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Tech Forum => House Appliances => Topic started by: Steve Hogle on February 23, 2022, 03:37:07 PM

Title: need a propane line
Post by: Steve Hogle on February 23, 2022, 03:37:07 PM
I own a 1978 Clipper on a Chevy 1 ton chassis. It came with what appears to be a factory installed propane / gas set-up.
I am looking for someone who will simply build me a new flexible line from the tank to the regulator.
You wouldn't think it would be that hard to find. So far not the case.
I am in Santa Rosa CA and keep hitting dead ends.

Steve H
Title: Re: need a propane line
Post by: Toedtoes on February 23, 2022, 05:55:42 PM
It's getting more and more difficult to find folks to work on RVs, let alone old ones.

Suggestions:

An independent RV shop or RV mobile mechanic.

A propane installer.

It'd be a drive, but give McColloch's in Sacramento a call at (916) 929-3510.  They've been willing to do all work on my clipper's RV portion so far.
Title: Re: need a propane line
Post by: Clipper Joe on February 23, 2022, 05:57:25 PM
Hi Steve,
Welcome On using ACOC Web Site,For Your
Tech Needs.
The LPG Hose Are Special For LPG Gas Only.
I Did Not Talk To Santa Rosa Suburban Propane,
The Are At 12 College Ave.
1707.542.0833.
You should Call & See If, They Can Get You To A Shop That Can Make Up The Hoses,
You May Need.
I Had My Hose For My Clipper Made Up At Kamps LPG. In Hayward, Ca.
Note: Make Sure, Hose Is Made For, Liquid Propane Gas..
Keep Us Informed How You Make Out, And Post So Others Maybe Able To Use Info.


Good Luck,
Clipper Joe
Title: Re: need a propane line
Post by: Steve Hogle on February 25, 2022, 09:41:33 AM
Thanks to everybody who has checked in on this propane line replacement.
What I should have made more clear in the beginning is that this is for the dual fuel system for the engine, LP gas/gasoline. It's all in the wording.
So far I have been in touch with Blue Star gas in Santa Rosa, they are going to look at it and see what they can do. I will check in with Suburban Propane as well.
As I get this sorted out, I will give a full and usable report back.

Long live the Clippers!
Title: Re: need a propane line
Post by: rvguy101 on February 25, 2022, 01:39:24 PM
i had a shop build one for me here in alaska. but i can build one my seft now, since i have the kit to do it. i don't shop however, shipping is a lot to anywhere in the Contiguous United States from alaska. but https://www.amazon.com/Flex-Tubing-Fittings-Natural-Propane/dp/B00A2FXB8G might help.
Title: Re: need a propane line
Post by: Steve Hogle on June 10, 2023, 10:28:30 AM
I finally had my propane line made up at Blue Flame propane in Santa Rosa CA. 8' for about $120. It works.