Determining The Correct Adapter Hose To Run Between A Propane Tank And Hardline Tee

Question:

Hi, I am restoring a vintage camper. I ran 3/8 Copper tubing to my stove and refrigerator. I need an approximately 3 hose with a single stage regulator to go from the tee to the tank. Since I used 3/8 tubing, do I use a 3/8 hose also? Do you have a setup that would work? This is going to a 30 lb. cylinder. Thank you,

asked by: John

Expert Reply:

Using 3/8" copper tubing is very typical for campers, but the hose diameter isn't going to be as large of a factor as you're thinking. The key to having a properly functioning propane system is having the correct pressure (regulator) and a hose capable of withstanding the pressure.

The hoses we carry are more than capable of handling the pressure so the real challenge is finding the correct fittings to properly attach your supply to the hardline you have ran in your vintage camper. Depending on the attachment type of the tee you have you could potentially use an adapter hose like # 37207-31275 and attach # 401132-MBS to the tee for the hose to connect to.

If I could get some pictures of your setup and fitting size on your tee into the hardline then I could st art looking for the correct fittings to get you system up and running.

expert reply by: Kevin C