Westy LPG tank refurb

[rockthebus]

Hi Chaps
So I've got a 1990 Westy, with an underlung LPG tank, which is now empty, and looking to remove and refurb.

What are my options?
Any legislation that I must adhere to?

Any feedback appreciated, and thanks!

[Westy End]

there are a few threads on this.

try this one:

http://forum.club8090.co.uk/viewtopic.p ... hilit=tank" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[rockthebus]

there are a few threads on this.

try this one:

http://forum.club8090.co.uk/viewtopic.p ... hilit=tank" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Brilliant. In future I should try alternative searches to "LPG" tank!

Much appreciated

[Westy End]

no problem. let us know how you get on. I plan to tackle the underside of the van soon so this refurb will be on my list.

happy tinkering.

[rockthebus]

**Quick update**

So tank has been stripped of all valves and pipework. One stud sheared on the level sensor boss, and one one the sensor to sensor boss.

Tank now taken to media blasters, who found a weak spot which blasted through. This is now off to be welded and then pressure tested before being powder coated.

Question: What pressure should the tank be tested to? What's the usual operating pressure within the cylinder?

Then I need to buy a new gauge and sender, and find someone to make me up a new steel pipe which runs from the tank to the bulkhead type fitting under my bus. Anyone know if its available anywhere? Tried BW but not listed on their site...

Will update as soon as I have further info

[rockthebus]

So bad news...

The cylinder is too thin for the welder to be happy that it will be a long standing repair.

I know that Tinley Tech and Gasure supply kits.

Has anyone fitted one to a LHD Westy? What additional parts need to be sorted? Was it a straight forward fit?

Thanks

[kevtherev]

Sorry to hear that.
I can recommend gasure kits, they are very easily fitted.

[rockthebus]

I'm now tempted to save for an LPG conversion and see if I can get a vapour take of for the hob...

[R0B]

You need separate tanks for the cooker and the engine.

[rockthebus]

Really? Is that a requirement of law?

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[R0B]

Not sure about the law.But I remember Steve at Gasure telling me it was not possible.

[ajsimmo]

It's not possible.