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07-20-2018, 06:44 PM
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Lp regulator removal question
Solera 2015 with two 2 stage LP regulators. Bottom one is leaking. It feeds the generator.
I have replacement (Camco 59323), but unsure how to remove. I took off outlet hose, no issue. Was thinking I could spin entire assembly to remove regulator from pipe fitting connecting to tee, but can't spin fully because regulator hits tank.
So can I disconnect the entire tee feeding both regulators by spinning counter clockwise the brass fitting between the tank shutoff valve and the tee? My gut is yes, but unsure.
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07-20-2018, 06:52 PM
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Yes loosen at the ACME brass thread! Youroo!!
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07-21-2018, 12:34 PM
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Thanks! Once I figured out to loosen clockwise, not counter clockwise assembly came off easy.
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07-21-2018, 12:46 PM
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Follow-up on Regulator replacement
When I connected the Camco 59323 regulator's inlet side to the pipe thread from the tee, it felt like I needed another turn to fully tighten and still end up with the vent down. The regulator engages the tee before fully tight and vent not yet down. I had to back it up 1/2 turn to align vent. It passes a leak test with soap/water solution, but with moderate force I can turn assemble with hand.
Has anyone else observed the same? Anyone know how I can locate the original part?
bclemens you mentioned in the below post that newer systems use one regulator, can upgrade my 2015 24R with a single regulator? How would I get the necessary parts to convert?
Thanks
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07-21-2018, 12:47 PM
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07-22-2018, 11:00 PM
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I don’t like things loose, especially when it comes to flammable gas. I would rather overtighten something, risking breaking it or stripping it, so it stayed in place. But that is just how I do things right or wrong. The thing about do-it-yourself projects, they can always be redone by yourself. I usually get things right by the third time when required.
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07-23-2018, 08:15 AM
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Agree, loose is not good!!! I can tighten, but then vent is not down....
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07-23-2018, 08:28 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by HossHogRV
Thanks! Once I figured out to loosen clockwise, not counter clockwise assembly came off easy.
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Yes Propane connections are reversed for a reason.
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07-26-2018, 01:29 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by HossHogRV
Agree, loose is not good!!! I can tighten, but then vent is not down....
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If you used Teflon gas tape on the threads, just put a couple of extra turns of tape to tighten the fitting to the position you desire.
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07-31-2018, 05:59 PM
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Left Hand Thread Indicator
For those that are unaware, the v-band machined into the wrench hex on the propane valve female fitting indicates that it is a left hand thread, so turn it to the "right" to loosen it.
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07-31-2018, 06:04 PM
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Quote:
For those that are unaware, the v-band machined into the wrench hex on the propane valve female fitting indicates that it is a left hand thread
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thx for that info...
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