Expert Answers about Propane Fittings
- What Is the Difference Between the Green and Black Camco Propane Fittings
- The difference between the Camco Propane Fitting - 200,000 Btu/hr - Green # CAM59923 and the Camco Propane Fitting - 70,000 Btu/hr - Black # CAM59933 is the Btu/hr rating. Based on my research, the Btu/hr needed is determined by the component(s) using the propane, such as a stove, oven, or water heater.
With your smaller pop-up camper, I think you should be fine to use the #CAM59933 rated at 70,000 Btu/hr. You will want to double check the Btu ratings on you trailer's appliances that...
view full answer... - What Is The Difference Between FPT Fittings And Standard Propane Fittings
- If you want just a standard quick disconnect hose the Quick Disconnect Propane Hose - 12' # 37207-31235 will be what you are looking for.
The difference in the two hoses is the former does not have the FPT fitting like the Quick Disconnect Propane Hose - 1/4" FPT x 1/4" MPT - 12' # 37207-31195. FPT means Female Pipe Threads, so you will need this one if you are connecting to a propane device that has a male connection with threads
view full answer... - What Are The Different Types Of Quick Disconnect Flare Fittings For Propane Tanks
- The quick disconnect fittings are the same and is an industry standard.
The difference between the Camco Quick-Connect Full Flow Plug for Low Pressure Propane Systems part # CAM59903 and the MB Sturgis Quick Disconnect Propane Adapter Fitting part # 401132-MBS is as follows.
Like many other instances, the reputation and popularity of the manufacturer will largely affect the product's price.
view full answer... - What is the Difference in the Camco and the MB Sturgis Propane T Connector
- Of the two options the MB Sturgis Sturgi-Stay T-Fitting for POL Valve part # 103537-MBS has two of the 250 quick disconnects which you will find on a ton of RV accessories. The Camco Brass Propane Tee w/ 4 Ports part # CAM59113 has a 1"-20 Male throwaway cylinder thread lets you attach a hose and a 1/4" Inverted flare for connecting a propane line.
There is no difference in quality between the two. One is designed for traditional type fittings the other for quick disconnects like the MB...
view full answer... - Comparing Gas Volume and BTU Specs for Propane Quick Disconnects 104052-MBS and CAM59853
- The Camco Quick-Connect Kit for Low Pressure Propane Systems # CAM59853 has the same fittings and dimensions as the MB Sturgis Quick Disconnect # 104052-MBS so it will pass an identical volume of propane (40-standard cubic feet per hour) and deliver the same 40,000 BTUs.
view full answer... - Difference Between 5 Foot MB Sturgis & JR Products Type 1 x 1/4 Male Inverted Flare Hose
- The two hoses you mentioned are the same hose, but manufactured by different companies:
- MB Sturgis Propane Pigtail - Type 1 x 1/4" Male Inverted Flare # 100575-60-MBS
- Propane Hose with Back Check - Type 1 x 1/4" Male Inverted Flare # 37207-30795
The significance of the male inverted flare is that is one of the fitting types on the hose. Male inverted flare fittings generally attach to dual stage regulators. If you have two propane tanks that are attached to a dual stage regulator...
view full answer... - Comparing High and Low Pressure Propane Hoses and Thermoplastic Versus Rubber
- Most RV propane systems use a low pressure regulator because the appliances are low pressure. You can check the information stamped into your regulator to determine if it is high or low pressure or offers both. High pressure regulators are usually 30 psi, such as # 108072.
Hoses for high pressure systems are built to handle the higher pressure. Many hoses do not specify if they are high or low pressure and can generally be used for either system. The fittings on each type may have different...
view full answer... - Difference Between 3 JR Products Propane Regulators
- Those three regulators are all very similar and essentially do the same thing but they're used on different propane setups.
Part # 37207-30365 is a vertical regulator. Vertical regulators are commonly on propane systems on travel trailers or pop up trailers
Part # 37207-30375 is a horizontal regulator that also has POL fitting inserted into it. Horizontal regulators are usually what you see on motorhome systems. The tanks on motorhomes, called ASME tanks, also use a POL connection like...
view full answer... - Comparing Colors of ACME Type 1 Propane Connectors for Function
- There are differences that the colors reference for the Type 1 Propane connectors based on the spring tension and flow rate. The light green connectors are rated for Rated for 200,000 Btu per hour. The black are rated for 70,000-100,000 Btu per hour. The dark green are rated for 450,000-500,000 Btu per hour. The Red connector is the strongest spring and is often used for high pressure adapters and T-fittings.
Here are some options of each:
Dark Green # 204052-MBS
Black # 204024-MBS
Light...
view full answer... - Comparing ST175/80-13 and ST185/80-13 Trailer Tires for a Coleman Casa Grande Trailer
- First, you should go with the tires that are recommended by the trailer manufacturer. This information should either be on the trailer tongue or frame somewhere or in the literature for the trailer.
Trailer tire sizes ST175/80-13 and ST185/80-13 do fit the same size wheels and are about the same height (24.1 inches and 24.4 inches respectively). The 185s are wider by 0.394 inches.
If you went with the smaller ST175/80R13 then for up to 3,000 pounds gross trailer weight you would need...
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