Re: [VAL] question on old propane tanks

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Dr J
Neither did I until I needed to replace a valve on one of my tanks.
Both were the old style and once when I got them filled at a place I never 
went back to, they over filled one or the valve went bad. Anyway it started 
to leak. So I needed a new valve, I figured heck, good time to get an OPD on 
one of my aluminum tanks. So I went to get one, then noticed on the package, 
"For Steel Tank". I didn't know there was a difference, but after just 
having a valve go bad, I wasn't about to chance putting in the wrong one. 
Even the three LP gas suppliers thought they were the same. Thanks to the 
internet I discovered the difference, it's the dip tube length. One for 
steel is like 4.75 inches, aluminum is longer. Have you ever noticed a 30lb 
aluminum tank is taller than a 30lb steel tank? Me either until then. Just 
think though, if I'd put in a steel tank OPD, then my aluminum tank would 
have been over filled. Wish I still had the link for difference between  an 
aluminum and steel tank OPD. It should be in Archives because I posted it 
years ago when it happened to me. I'm sure a quick Google will turn up a few 
links though.
Take care
Bobby
Looking for to Memorial Day weekend
Canoe/Camping trip in North Georgia!