GASLOW GASIT OR SAFEFILL opinions

[mickymost]

Not sure how to do this but I think if it works this Youtube will help with install

[video=youtube_share;G2Cj0MNpHzM]https://youtu.be/G2Cj0MNpHzM[/video]



hope the link works This guy has really helped in showing how a refill gas install should be done please feel free to comment.And make sure you watch until the end.

 

[paulhelenwilko]

Micky, I used a professional to install the Alugas bottle and pipework. I explained what I wanted with the spare pigtail and he included the tee joint which has some kind of one way valve. Like you I didn't feel totally happy with this and found a blanking cap for the pigtail, this not only gives peace of mind but keeps the exposed end and rubber seal clean. I was assured that the calor and LPG would not mix, but I would only have one valve open at a time.
Of course if you were abroad you could fit a pigtail to fit local exchange bottles.

The handle on top of the Alugas bottle is for carrying and removing it saves a few centimeters, but also allows the pipes to be fed from any direction. The gauge can be read from the side.

I think the locker is hymer standard for around 2007, the camera angle may not help.

There are several recent threads on the refillable topic over on motorhomer.

Paul

 

[mickymost]

Micky, I used a professional to install the Alugas bottle and pipework. I explained what I wanted with the spare pigtail and he included the tee joint which has some kind of one way valve. Like you I didn't feel totally happy with this and found a blanking cap for the pigtail, this not only gives peace of mind but keeps the exposed end and rubber seal clean. I was assured that the calor and LPG would not mix, but I would only have one valve open at a time.
Of course if you were abroad you could fit a pigtail to fit local exchange bottles.

The handle on top of the Alugas bottle is for carrying and removing it saves a few centimeters, but also allows the pipes to be fed from any direction. The gauge can be read from the side.

I think the locker is hymer standard for around 2007, the camera angle may not help.

There are several recent threads on the refillable topic over on motorhomer.

Paul

Paul thank you

Dont forget to watch my above youtube attached clip (its not me)on Previous post which will help people if they want to go down the Safefill bottle route.IT SURE IS WORTH A VIEW

Michael

 

[andyjanet]

Hello Mickey,

I like you have just gone through this, and I think everyone will have variations on their installation. I attach pics of what I think will work best for us.

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I have gone for a single Alugas 11KG bottle. I looked at the 14Kg version but it would not fit in my Hymer locker (height wise). I have also a UK pigtail Tee'd off so I have the option to use a refillable bottle (for example going somewhere with no lpg.)

I thought 11kg bottle would be enough as we can keep 'topping up' as and when see LPG. So far I have found the Gauge on the Alugas bottle to be accurate if not a little difficult to read in the locker.

Carrying 1 LPG bottle means I have room in the locker for other essentials.

I created a spreadsheet containing dimensions etc but the excel file would not load so I have attached the PDF. For me I think the pay back will be about 3 years. However there is also the advantage in the convenience of LPG and the weight saving of the Alugas bottle.

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I also opted for the flush type Filler point, as opposed to the fuel cap type. I just thought the flush type fitted better to the aluminum skirt and was more discrete. However you do have to screw in the bayonet fitting each time.

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Paul

I’m sure there’s room for another crate in there, I take it you were just on your way to the offy

 

[paulhelenwilko]

I was experimenting with crate sizes to see if I could get enough in to last a day!

 

[Nabsim]

That YouTube was frightening, no wonder some forecourts don’t want you filling up. Too much messing about with adaptors for me, I prefer external fill and permanent fixing

 

[mickymost]

That YouTube was frightening, no wonder some forecourts don’t want you filling up. Too much messing about with adaptors for me, I prefer external fill and permanent fixing

What did you think of his tool to modify his Gas Locker to get the bottle to fit?I wouldnt want to be buying this motorhome off him when he may offer it for sale in the future thats for sure.

 

[Nabsim]

What did you think of his tool to modify his Gas Locker to get the bottle to fit?I wouldnt want to be buying this motorhome off him when he may offer it for sale in the future thats for sure.

Probably someone is going to buy it not realising. It’s hard to believe someone would actually do that, more like someone breaking in a van lol

His toolkit needs a lot of updating.

 

[mickymost]

I gave up after reading his spelling "bottol" thick as comes to mind and, his measuring is as good as his spelling.

For the record, what he purchased was not SafeFill brand cylinder.

So Runnach you never watched as far as his Hammer modifications then?So how can you tell the bottle is Not a Safefill please


Michael

 

[Wooie1958]

Is the video meant to be a joke or does that clown really think we are going to attack our pride and joys with a fcuking hammer :scared: