Gaslow advice (1 Viewer)

[Stewart J]

Considering changing over to Gaslow, bewildering array of hoses and fittings, what are the basic requirements UK touring only at the moment. I'm thinking 2 x 6 kg cylinders with an in-locker filler, not sure about auto changeover.

Comment / advice welcomed.

Thanks in advance

Stewart

 

[haganap]

hi Stewart, would go for a big bottle and a small ordinary bottle for just in case use. You are rarely far from LPG over here so filling up when you get fuel is quite simple.

No array of kit, simple fuel filler in to the gaslow bottle, connected to an auto change over with the emergency bottle switched off. Or dont even bother with a change over. Reason we use this route is because when abroad we have pigtails to take various bottles without having to disturb the gaslow system.

it really will be the best money you ever spend though what ever way you attempt to do it.

 

[bobandjanie]

Hi Stewart, we had gaslow, but then changed to Alugas bottles as they are half the weight. But what ever you have fitted I would have an external filler. :thumb: Bob.

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[Stewart J]

Tempted by Alugas, just had to renew my regulator and went for a gaslow one I'm assuming this would also be suitable for Alugas?

Why an external filler? am I right in guessing because of problems experienced in attempting to fill up in France etc?

Hi Stewart, we had gaslow, but then changed to Alugas bottles as they are half the weight. But what ever you have fitted I would have an external filler. :thumb: Bob.

 

[stagman]

Tempted by Alugas, just had to renew my regulator and went for a gaslow one I'm assuming this would also be suitable for Alugas?

Why an external filler? am I right in guessing because of problems experienced in attempting to fill up in France etc?

Manual changeover and external filler , yes problems with internal fill they don't like it here or in France , bit pointless changing over to Alu if you already got Gaslow .:thumb:

 

[JJ]

IMO...

External filler (fitted somewhere strong or with a strong bracket as the gas filling hose and fitting is heavy) and don't bother with auto change over (unless you don't mind running out when you don't realise it has changed over and you empty both bottles.)

JJ :Cool:

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[hilldweller]

Considering changing over to Gaslow, bewildering array of hoses and fittings, what are the basic requirements UK touring only at the moment. I'm thinking 2 x 6 kg cylinders with an in-locker filler, not sure about auto changeover.

Comment / advice welcomed.

Thanks in advance

Stewart

Very good instruction leaflet on their site.

We have one 11kg tank. This leaves space for junk or a loose tank that could be a European one, maybe. All of September in Europe did not empty the 11kg.

As JJ said, external filler looks more professional.

 

[bobandjanie]

Tempted by Alugas, just had to renew my regulator and went for a gaslow one I'm assuming this would also be suitable for Alugas?

Why an external filler? am I right in guessing because of problems experienced in attempting to fill up in France etc?

Hi, It was just saving weight going to Alugas, never lost much on the Gaslow bottles, and the alugas bottles are the same and we got them for a good price.

We have two 11 kg and got them here: Link Removed

The only time we have had any problem filling was in the old eastern Germany, and they came and checked what we were filling before turning the pump On or often filled for you.

But if you have an external filler your OK, start opening the locker door and alarm bells start ringing. oh: Bob.

 

[GeraldandAnnie]

Two 11kg bottles, no auto changeover, external filler.

Some suppliers will sell a kits of bits, including the hoses and bits and pieces you need. If you intend to travel on the continent (which is why I fitted the kit), you'll need adapters - a French one, and a "Euro" one. Gaslow sell them.

If you don't have a changeover, make sure you keep one bottle turned off, otherwise you're in the 'running out of gas' situation.

AND (finally) if you're going abroad, download a set of Euro GPL POIs to your satnav. It's helped us a lot.

Gerald

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[gypsylady]

Had Gaslow now for about 4 years.

Only 1 x 11kg bottle and have never run out. Only needed 1 top-up in Europe when on 4 weeks touring holiday.

We fill up when we think we'll be low (usually at the start of a trip) and usually only need £3 or £4.

We went the self-fit route. So easy to do. The worst bit was deciding where to drill for the external filler - new van, didnt want to spoil her looks. Finally opted for a spot near the top of the locker so we had room for the essential junk we carry.

June

 

[stagman]

We went the self-fit route. So easy to do. The worst bit was deciding where to drill for the external filler - new van, didnt want to spoil her looks. Finally opted for a spot near the top of the locker so we had room for the essential junk we carry.

June[/QUOTE]

The filler connection should be fitted to the lowest point possible preferably below the bottles and external .:thumb:

 

[Wildman]

We went the self-fit route. So easy to do. The worst bit was deciding where to drill for the external filler - new van, didnt want to spoil her looks. Finally opted for a spot near the top of the locker so we had room for the essential junk we carry.

June

The filler connection should be fitted to the lowest point possible preferably below the bottles and external .:thumb:[/QUOTE]
why? that does not make sense to me liquid propane is heavier than air. what am I missing

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[vwalan]

hi, certainly the filler on my tank in the yard is right on top of the tank . 'cars i have had have allways had the filler high up. cant really say as i have noticed any bing low down.
can you give a better explanation . its an interesting question why low. cheers alan.
we like to learn something new .

 

[hilldweller]

The filler connection should be fitted to the lowest point possible preferably below the bottles and external .:thumb:
why? that does not make sense to me liquid propane is heavier than air. what am I missing

The aim is to ensure any gas leakage cannot leak above floor level inside, obviously not good if it does.

 

[Heyupluv]

Considering changing over to Gaslow, bewildering array of hoses and fittings, what are the basic requirements UK touring only at the moment. I'm thinking 2 x 6 kg cylinders with an in-locker filler, not sure about auto changeover.

Comment / advice welcomed.

Thanks in advance

Stewart

Stewart....I was like you ....Gaslow...THEN I SAW A COUPLE OF MEMBERS HAD ALUGAS...a lot lighter...about the same price....and so I had them fitted 2x11kg by Dave Newell ...:thumb: first class. also the job came with all 4 adaptors

Mel

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[gypsylady]

We went the self-fit route. So easy to do. The worst bit was deciding where to drill for the external filler - new van, didnt want to spoil her looks. Finally opted for a spot near the top of the locker so we had room for the essential junk we carry.

June

The filler connection should be fitted to the lowest point possible preferably below the bottles and external .:thumb:[/QUOTE]

When I say the top of the locker I mean the gas locker and an external point "worried about spoiling external looks when drilling" quote

The lower fitted the quicker and easier it will freeze up in the winter. We had this happen once before when in Scotland over the New Year. A frozen inlet and really cold hands.

June

 

[gypsylady]

The aim is to ensure any gas leakage cannot leak above floor level inside, obviously not good if it does.

Brian,

There are vents on the floor of the gas locker, and more in the locker door.

The filler is 4" away from the vent, and the locker is sealed from the habitation side.

It is important to turn off the gas tap ontop of the bottle before attempting to fill-er-up.

The filler to the gas bottle has only 2 joints, which make only 2 extra joint to those already in the compartment.

The Gaslow pipes are reinforced pipes unlike the fitted Calor pipes.

Dont think we'll get any leakage into the van.

June

 

[Peter JohnsCross MH]

Well you have two professional ports of call to ask, Glenn in my workshop on 01-580-883061 or Eddie VanBitz, both of us can supply the bits with Funsters discount as well :thumb:

Peter

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[Heyupluv]

Very good instruction leaflet on their site.

We have one 11kg tank. This leaves space for junk or a loose tank that could be a European one, maybe. All of September in Europe did not empty the 11kg.

As JJ said, external filler looks more professional.

Brian, In all of that month in Europe in September ....did you use site/Aire's electric (EHU) at all...or was it all gas !

Mel

 

[hilldweller]

Brian, In all of that month in Europe in September ....did you use site/Aire's electric (EHU) at all...or was it all gas !
Mel

We were hooked up some of the time, but all cooking, bbq and heating is gas.

It was an odd experience, 4 vans, we'd stop and almost before the wheels stopped the other 3 would be grabbing the hook up cord. It was like an umbilical cord they could not do without but since we drove for a week solid I'm sure they did not need it. I hooked up only when I knew we were planted for 4 or 5 days.

The one killer for us is charging electric bikes.

 

[Stewart J]

Just wanting to thank everyone for their advice and suggestions, you've given us a lot to think about, so again thank you very much

Stewart & Marjorie

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[vwalan]

now we have nearly three pages of gaslow advic can i say get a filler off ebay . saves far more cash . just as convienient and can be used for other bottles as well. shme to not mention it . cost about 20-30 quid. and can be used abroad if you dont go waving the bottle about .
hee hee .

 

[Minxy]

We have a single large Gaslow bottle, I mounted the filler in the top of the gas locker using the recommended bracket - less likely to get knocked etc being up out of the way and at a better height for refilling. We actually bought it originally for our Rimor which could take a large and small Calor bottle, but we found we never used the small bottle at all. We now have a Chausson Flash 04 and the gas locker is only large enough for one bottle so for us it has proved to be vital for it to be refillable as we can't carry a spare.

We've never had a problem filling the bottle in the UK or abroad and usually the fuel station attendants are very helpful.

Personally I wouldn't go for the 'Ebay special' filler adaptor .... too much of a safety risk and you are more likely not to be allowed to refil the gas by trying to use it.

 

[vwalan]

hi minx .i acept your views but can you honestly say when you open your locker door how many times someone as come out to check what you are filling.
i fit the adaptor before getting to the garage . open locker door fill up just like you . in 30yrs have never once been asked to not fill.
i used to use a car filla acme thread filla adated to fit bottles but find the ebay ones much more compact and do look neater.
but really have you been asked yet.

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[Jaws]

Looked at both Gaslow and Alugas.
Went with Alugas because as a fitter I liked what came with the kit, liked the people flogging it ( helpful and had time to speak ) and like the price ( considerably less than Gaslow )
I fitted the whole kit in about an hour without any difficulty and with tools most folk would have to hand ( about the only stuff you might not have to hand is a roll of TPFE tape .. appreciate not everyone is likely to have that just handy )

That was about 18 months ago.. Still really pleased with it all

 

[bobandjanie]

I fitted the whole kit in about an hour without any difficulty and with tools most folk would have to hand ( about the only stuff you might not have to hand is a roll of TPFE tape .. appreciate not everyone is likely to have that just handy )

To HAND??? I have spent years untangling the bloody stuff from whatever I am trying to extricate from the 'handy drawer' or toolbox. The outer plastic cover never seems to stay on and tape has a life of it's own snaking it's way round things. Useful stuff though Jane

 

[Terry]

Looked at both Gaslow and Alugas.
Went with Alugas because as a fitter I liked what came with the kit, liked the people flogging it ( helpful and had time to speak ) and like the price ( considerably less than Gaslow )
I fitted the whole kit in about an hour without any difficulty and with tools most folk would have to hand ( about the only stuff you might not have to hand is a roll of TPFE tape .. appreciate not everyone is likely to have that just handy )

That was about 18 months ago.. Still really pleased with it all

Hi I may ne wrong (but do not think I am) but PTFE tape should not be used on gas
terry

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[icantremember]

Hi I may ne wrong (but do not think I am) but PTFE tape should not be used on gas
terry

There is a gas version of PTFE

 

[Terry]

I stand corrected It was not around when I messed with gas ,just paste
terry