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06-06-2015, 11:26 PM
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Dealer only installed one propane tank
Hi everyone. I'm new to the forum and have a question. We just picked up our new 1910 today and the dealer only installed one propane tank but gave us the other and filled it up. We assumed it was a spare but now I'm thinking it is supposed to be mounted with the other one. What do i need to mount it??
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06-07-2015, 07:36 AM
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Sounds strange. There would be an obvious empty spot next to the currently installed tank if you are set up for dual tanks. Mine are right next to each other and the regulator has a connection for both tanks.
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06-07-2015, 07:49 AM
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You would have a large oblong bracket so the tanks can sit next to each other, and then a clamp that goes between the tanks to secure them. Then two hoses, usually connected through a valve to switch from tank to tank, then to one hose to the trailer.
Not the setup on my trailer, just a photo from Google....
On mine you can see the silver valve that switches tanks automatically, and just below that is the regulator....
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06-07-2015, 11:30 AM
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Thanks for info. I'm trying to decide if i want to take it back to the dealer that is two hours away and have them do it,or just buy what i need and do it myself.
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06-07-2015, 03:19 PM
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06-07-2015, 04:11 PM
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According to the FR website, 2 LP bottles is not a standard feature on your 1910. The only negative is that you won't have the auto switchover feature but I wouldn't be too concerned unless you're going to be camping for an extended period and need the furnace running. It'll be the biggest consumer of propane. Just keep an eye on the weight of the bottle that's in use and switch to the other bottle if it's getting light.
We did that for years with our 1999 Coleman Santa Fe popup.
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06-11-2015, 08:30 AM
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The only thing i was worried about was the furnace. Our old pop up didn't have one. I think we'll be fine. I'll have to keep an eye on our usage. Thanks for all the info!!!!
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06-11-2015, 02:08 PM
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I'll add that I have camped for quite a few days in some rather cold night weather, and ran the furnace quite a bit and have never used a full tank of propane at one time. It's electricity that the furnace uses that can be the problem. At least in my experiences.
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06-11-2015, 02:27 PM
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consider not just the cost of an additional tank, but also the T-fitting and additional tank hose, plus the auto tank switch feature device and the clamp and lower plate in the cost of the conversion that you may not need. I would buy a second tank if you think you need it and just carry it in your TV so that you can sub it for a low tank if you need it.
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06-11-2015, 02:41 PM
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I barely go through one tank each summer. We get in around 30 days total. Rarely use the furnace. I do use my gas grill a lot though.
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06-11-2015, 02:47 PM
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Add a gauge on the tank valve. You will read the amount and never run out. Camping World and others sell them
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06-11-2015, 10:39 PM
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Location: Graceville ,Fl.
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I bought an LP gauge from camping world, it goes in line between the bottle and the regulator, tells me how much LP I have in the bottle. I know if it gets low and can either get it re-filled or use the spare that I use for my BBQ grill.
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