1981 LD propane tank enclosure. July 04, 2000, 02:35:22 pm Yahoo Message Number: 372I have reciently bought a 1981 LD RB model that needs WORK! The last owner removed the propane tank and cabinet to get more interior space! I plan on replacing the propane tank enclosure, and thought the best way was by having a new trunk made up in a sheet metal shop, then caulk it and put back in the 10 gallon tank. I am wondering if a 5 gallon tank would be O.K. and use the extra space above for a radio, or storage. How much would this limit me, and how long does a 10 gallon tank last? The rig also needs a new fridge, and I am considering changing from a 6 cubic foot model to a smaller unit and putting in a microwave above it. The cabinet over the stove housing the circut breakers seems too small for my microwave. Any thoughts there, as well. Finally, does anyone know where I can buy a used fridge?
1981 LD propane tank enclosure. Reply #1 – July 04, 2000, 05:15:19 pm Yahoo Message Number: 374Welcome to the club unite_in_peace! Thanks for the info on the Recycler link. I'll add it to our links section for the rest of the club members to use.Since you own a used LD, please update your profile to include your geographic info and e-mail address and I'll send you an invitation to our travel club, or e-mail me the info at: I'm not sure exactly how long a 10 gallon tank will last. Since they are only filled 80%, you actually only get 8 gallons. A 5 gallon tank would only get 4 gallons. I recently went on a two week trip and did not run out of propane. I'm not sure how much I used, as I haven't refilled in yet. Perhaps some other owners can give more detailed info. Much will depend on how much you use the various appliances, of course.You may be able to find a used fridge at an RV salvage yard such as Arizona Salvage. I believe they ship nationwide: [url=http://www.lazydazeowners.com/[url=http://www.webworldinc.com/azrvinc/I look forward to hearing from you, Greg Co-moderator
1981 LD propane tank enclosure. Reply #2 – July 05, 2000, 11:34:51 am Yahoo Message Number: 375If I were to put a 5 gal tank in place of ours, the storage I would gain would be minimal. However, I carry one disposable propane cylinder in that compartment now in addition to the 10 gal. tank - for use with our portable barbeque. With a 5 gal tank in there, I could carry a lot more disposable cylinders, certainly.As far as dry-camping resource allocation, the LP is usually your longest-lasting item - fresh water and waste water are the limiting items. Electricity can be augmented via solar. If you camp in really cold weather, though, the furnace will consume the LP quickly.If you camping is mostly at full-hookup sites, then LP will be your limiting resource. You can use an electric space heater and install an electric element in the hot water tank, but eventually cooking will use up the LP.Steve
1981 LD propane tank enclosure. Reply #3 – July 05, 2000, 11:34:51 am Yahoo Message Number: 376If I were to put a 5 gal tank in place of ours, the storage I would gain would be minimal. However, I carry one disposable propane cylinder in that compartment now in addition to the 10 gal. tank - for use with our portable barbeque. With a 5 gal tank in there, I could carry a lot more disposable cylinders, certainly.As far as dry-camping resource allocation, the LP is usually your longest-lasting item - fresh water and waste water are the limiting items. Electricity can be augmented via solar. If you camp in really cold weather, though, the furnace will consume the LP quickly.If you camping is mostly at full-hookup sites, then LP will be your limiting resource. You can use an electric space heater and install an electric element in the hot water tank, but eventually cooking will use up the LP.Steve
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