Propane Tank won't take propane

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larry nelson

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Just left the propane store. He says the tank will not take any propane. Is it my fill valve or ????

Larry
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Larry Nelson Springfield, MO
Ex GMC'er, then GM Busnut
now '77 Eleganza ARS WB0JOT
 
> Just left the propane store. He says the tank will not take any propane. Is it my fill valve or ????
>
> Larry

Larry,

I find that very hard to believe. He was trying the fill fitting? Was this an experienced operator?

That Marshal Brass (if it is OE) just has a check valve that I suppose could get stuck, but I find it difficult to believe that the LP transfer pump
could not over power it even if it is stuck.

I had to replace mine because it was leaking.

Matt
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Matt & Mary Colie - Chaumière -'73 Glacier 23 - Members GMCMI, GMCGL, GMCES
Electronically Controlled Quiet Engine Cooling Fan with OE Rear Drum Brakes with Applied Control Arms
SE Michigan - Near DTW - Twixt A2 and Detroit
 
Larry,
I would take to another propane shop for a 2nd try and opinion. I would think they would know how to fix it if it was stuck.
Scott
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Scott Nutter
1978 Royale Center Kitchen, Patterson 455, switch pitch tranny, 3.21 final drive, Quad bags, tankless water heater, everything Lenzi. Alex Ferrera
installed MSD Atomic EFI
Houston, Texas
 
After a bit more research, I find that my propane usage since Labor Day probably has been NOT much. I only use it for the refrigerator and the
occasional grilled cheese sandwich. Other forums, where this issue has come up, point the way to the fact that I was probably overfilled previously
(yes, experienced propane facility, one I use all the time). I am going to take a little trip to New Orleans next week. If I run out it will be no big
deal, and will disprove that theory. Thanks.
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Larry Nelson Springfield, MO
Ex GMC'er, then GM Busnut
now '77 Eleganza ARS WB0JOT
 
There are 2 gauges. One indoors and one integral to the tank. Do they both say it’s low and needing to be filled?
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John Lebetski
Woodstock, IL
77 Eleganza II
 
After a bit more research, I find that my propane usage since Labor Day probably has been NOT much. I only use it for the refrigerator and the
occasional grilled cheese sandwich. Other forums, where this issue has come up, point the way to the fact that I was probably overfilled previously
(yes, experienced propane facility, one I use all the time). I am going to take a little trip to New Orleans next week. If I run out it will be no big
deal, and will disprove that theory. Thanks.
--
Larry Nelson Springfield, MO
Ex GMC'er, then GM Busnut
now '77 Eleganza ARS WB0JOT
 
Larry,
You are probably 100% right. Maybe it can’t accept any more propane because it could be at its max.
Just as a example, I use about 5 gallons(pounds?) a year. That is Glamping(full hook ups) about 100 days a year. With a tankless water heater with 2
people taking extra long showers each day. And propane for the fridge while traveling. No propane stove or cooktop.
These things really don’t burn much.
Have fun in New Orleans! We will be passing through there later on in April.
Scott.
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Scott Nutter
1978 Royale Center Kitchen, Patterson 455, switch pitch tranny, 3.21 final drive, Quad bags, tankless water heater, everything Lenzi. Alex Ferrera
installed MSD Atomic EFI
Houston, Texas
 
When you open the small bleeder valve, one can always put in some LPG.
Never use a steel object as it can cause a spark. Use a brass or Aluminum
rod and strike the ball in the nossel and loosen the stuck ball, or take a
large screwdriver handle and strike it hard few times to break the ball
loose.

> Larry,
> You are probably 100% right. Maybe it can’t accept any more propane
> because it could be at its max.
> Just as a example, I use about 5 gallons(pounds?) a year. That is
> Glamping(full hook ups) about 100 days a year. With a tankless water heater
> with 2
> people taking extra long showers each day. And propane for the fridge
> while traveling. No propane stove or cooktop.
> These things really don’t burn much.
> Have fun in New Orleans! We will be passing through there later on in
> April.
> Scott.
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> Scott Nutter
> 1978 Royale Center Kitchen, Patterson 455, switch pitch tranny, 3.21 final
> drive, Quad bags, tankless water heater, everything Lenzi. Alex Ferrera
> installed MSD Atomic EFI
> Houston, Texas
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