Hi - We have a 2008 AS and it doesn't include a quick connect near the tanks. We also have a Weber Q grill that has worked well for us. We store it in a tote in the bed of the TV until it's needed.
Our solution to not using the 1lb cans was to get the Weber Adapter Hose. This lets us use a 20lb bottle that we can either refill or exchange at multiple locations. In a emergency it could be used to augment the AS propane supply.
The Weber adapter hose was an inexpensive and simple solution for us to avoid using the 1lb cans.
https://www.weber.com/US/en/accessor...s/adapter-hose
For travel the bottle sits in a milk crate in the bed of the TV so it doesn't roll around. We also use a bungee cord to hook the crate to a cargo tie down to limit any other travel.
We've found that storage, setup and take down is quick and easy. All the grill stuff goes in the grill tote and the milk crate just gets hooked up and your off an running.
We're happy with the Keep it Simple process.
Tom & Wendy - S/OS #025