Awhile back, you may remember, we replaced our original propane tank valves.
Well, after replacing our old valves, Jereme needed hot water to soften a hose for the head re-plumbing project so he fired up a burner on our galley stove. After successfully boiling water, Jereme went to shut-off the propane tank valve and when he moved the tank to reach the handle, he heard a gas leak. He could smell the propane leak as well. Luckily, Jereme was able to pinpoint the leak to where the rubber hose connects to the metal fitting. So, of course, we added “hose replacement” to our never-ending project list.
Just recently, we picked up a new 6-foot propane hose at West Marine (a pretty standard item). And simply removed the old hose and twisted on the new one (just like you would with a garden hose). Easy peasy. It’s too not often that things go so smoothly. Project complete!
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