LPG Filling Restriction for Gaslow Bottles (1 Viewer)

[Larrynwin]

I had a Ford Galaxy and two RVs powered by LPG and there was no tank or system testing requirement, anymore than there is for a petrol or diesel powered vehicle, to my knowledge, other than emissions test on MOT.

 

[2657]

I had no problem as I have a fixed tank with external fill point and the guy was quite happy.

The attendant came out and asked a direct question to which I would not have lied if I did have bottles!

Thank you, that answers my question regarding the external fill point, I believe that some do not have the external fill point which prompted my question.

 

[PeteH]

Under the reg`s, as was in 1997. There was no requirement for any sort of examination other than at manufacture, for gas tanks as fitted to vehicles either for Domestic, or Motive purposes. Large comercial BULK tanks however are subject to testing at 10 year periods. As are LPG Transport Vessels (Gas Tankers to you and I). Mostly these are Leased and exchanged by the leaser at 10 years, and re-examined and refurbished by the owner. I have in the past inspected 30 and 40 years old vessels, and they are 99% as good as when manufactured. I had one Vehicle tanker (Calor) which slid 400+yards down the M5 on its side. We did a full NDT and Internal and external examination, had the "Scars" dressed out and NDT checked. It went back in full service at full pressure. with the 5th wheel pin replaced for good Measure!!.

Pete

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[Minxy]

I'm planning on moving the internal filler for our Gaslow system from the locker to the outside - one funster has already done this and it looked a very neat job. I haven't bothered up to now as except for one occasion we've never been stopped from filling up so that's not the reason, it's more to do with having to open the back doors and then the locker door to fill it ... fine if it's a nice day but if it's blooming raining etc it means the back of the camper/rear bed is exposed to the elements whilst filling, especially as a lot of the LPG pumps aren't under cover.

I haven't told hubby that I'm going to do it yet though ... I'll have to wait until he goes out for a long walk with the dogs one day and get on with it quickish!

 

[Violet1]

Obviously doesn't want the business at the moment as more calor customers filling up with cheaper lpg because of warmer weather . Soon as we hit a colder spell or demand increases will sell to others with another spurious answer

 

[Badknee]

As I said earlier, ask where the private hire lads fuel up. LPG 42p a ltr yesterday.

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[Hymie]

Filled up at the Q8 PFS at Nuns Bridge, near Thetford, at the weekend with no problems, 49p per litre.

Hymie

 

[Fletton]

It's not surprising that LPG stations are "nervy" about filling perceived DIY installations etc ... When there are nutcases like this chappy publishing his fine work on OOOO-TOOOB for all to see!!.....

Granted - it's not a MoHo .... However, there's one born every minute - and he might purchase a camper-van at some point!

Most "rules" are brought about to cover "the lowest common denominator".. !!




Caution - He swears!

 

[Reallyretired]

Worra pr@t.

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[Zoppydog]

I must say it's not a problem where I live. The local Calor gas people seem happy to fill my Gaslow system.

Same here in Suffolk, we have a Calor Depot at Risby, just off A14.
Chris

 

[Chas17]

My Gaslow fill point is in the skirt and I have never had a problem. I am also fortunate that Unity Farm camp site is just up the road and has LPG filling facilities.

 

[Rapido925M]

We often refill our under-slung fixed lpg tank at the Calor Service Center in Norwich ...

I usually get mine at North Tuddenham Garage, who are very helpful, provide lpg support for cars, fit tanks etc and do my MOT.

When they didn't have any, I got gas from Three-Ways Garage at Shipdham - Gordon

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[icantremember]

I got gas from Three-Ways Garage at Shipdham

Crikey! You must be wealthy .... 83p ltr

 

[Lenny HB]

I've been refused in Italy next garage was OK, a couple of days ago in Portugal after spending ages manouvering up to the GPL pump woman came out and said "we don't fill bottles" I lied said it's a tank she said "show me " I showed her the fill point she said "that's OK".

 

[Reallyretired]

I've been refused in Italy next garage was OK, a couple of days ago in Portugal after spending ages manouvering up to the GPL pump woman came out and said "we don't fill bottles" I lied said it's a tank she said "show me " I showed her the fill point she said "that's OK".

I don't think that's lying, after all gaslow/alugas etc is a tank. It's just the same shape as a bottle.

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[PeteH]

If anyone is interested, especially if you are heading for East Yorks Coast. FLOGAS on the Beck View Road (next to Right car) In BEVERLEY have a filling facility. I have had 32ft of Pusher R-V in there to fill it`s Domestic tank. The guys are very obliging.

You have to negotiate the infamous 42 sets of traffic lights (Christened the red light district, by us locals and German T-V!!) to get to it.

Pete

 

[GJH]

We filled up at Shell Barnsdale Bar (northbound) on the A1 on the way back from the NEC this morning. No problems at all, in fact the lad who served me was interested that we used refillable bottles.

 

[AMK]

Filled up today at Caenby Corner BP 52 p a litre, no probs.

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[Puddleduck]

I always go and ask first taking in the folder that Autogas2000 gave us when they fitted the system. No one has ever asked to see the paperwork - perhaps the fact I have it ready just in case makes a difference. The filler is an external one

 

[Manic]

I'm planning on moving the internal filler for our Gaslow system from the locker to the outside - one funster has already done this and it looked a very neat job. I haven't bothered up to now as except for one occasion we've never been stopped from filling up so that's not the reason, it's more to do with having to open the back doors and then the locker door to fill it ... fine if it's a nice day but if it's blooming raining etc it means the back of the camper/rear bed is exposed to the elements whilst filling, especially as a lot of the LPG pumps aren't under cover.

I haven't told hubby that I'm going to do it yet though ... I'll have to wait until he goes out for a long walk with the dogs one day and get on with it quickish!

Yes I moved mine from in the locker, the gas locker hinges from the top and sometimes space is tight at the lpg pumps. I used the small type fill point like this
http://www.autogasshop.co.uk/euro-flat-filler-complete-129-p.asp

 

[Ivory55]

The lpg price does seem to vary a lot about the country. Caneby corner BP 52p ,A11 BP 63p .

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[Minxy]

Yes I moved mine from in the locker, the gas locker hinges from the top and sometimes space is tight at the lpg pumps. I used the small type fill point like this
http://www.autogasshop.co.uk/euro-flat-filler-complete-129-p.asp

Hi Manic, I already have the large round black Gaslow filler and a long enough pipe but have been considereing one of the type you've linked to as it is a lot less intrusive as it won't mean having to cut into the bodywork - it can just be fitted under the bumper. Maggy has one on her Autocruise Alto - photo below:

I've still got to tell hubby that I'm gonna do it though!!!

 

[Lenny HB]

The lpg price does seem to vary a lot about the country. Caneby corner BP 52p ,A11 BP 63p .

If you fill up at BP stations make sure you get the Autogas discount card, gives 1p per litre off 1st time you fill up, 2p next time up to 10p off then you start again with a new card.

 

[pilgrim55]

I've had Gaslow on two different vehicles for 5 years +, both with external filling points in the skirt.

I have filled at Calor depots, truck stops, main stream fuel stations and supermarkets. Not once have I been refused or had the installation queried.

I think it's down to a properly fitted external filing point being on the vehicles and not exposing the bottles when I turn them off prior to gassing up.

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[MR. FUSION]

I fitted the white version of the external filler cap to my skirt, looks like an OEM fitting, never had a problem.

 

[keith]

On a Galow filler cap they put a sticker to advertise their product as below that may be a give away you are filling a bottle.
The word Gaslow can be removed, it just peels off and underneath it says Autogas so that's not a bottle is it?

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[jonandshell]

Is there a testing procedure for cars using LPG then?

No.

Not part of the MOT as far as I know. Just the LPGA cert at installation.

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[jonandshell]

It's not surprising that LPG stations are "nervy" about filling perceived DIY installations etc ... When there are nutcases like this chappy publishing his fine work on OOOO-TOOOB for all to see!!.....

Granted - it's not a MoHo .... However, there's one born every minute - and he might purchase a camper-van at some point!

Most "rules" are brought about to cover "the lowest common denominator".. !!




Caution - He swears!

Cock.

 

[Fletton]

Cock.

Him.... Or Moi!??...