2000 Hunter 460 propane locker replacement

Sep 29, 2026
7
Hunter 460 Fort Myers
Hello Sailors. I am looking for a port side aft propane locker tube. I had to cut mine out to get access and the repair cost is astronomical. looking for a serviceable unit. or new if that is the way we have to go. any feedback or leads of who to call is very much appreciated.
 
Oct 26, 2010
2,229
Hunter 40.5 Beaufort, SC
I assume by "tube" you mean the insert itself. If so, you will have to fabricate (or have fabricated) something that will fit into the allowed space. Have you tried calling Al at Sailboatowners.com. He is a wealth of knowledge and maybe he can help you. It must be sealed from the boat and sealed on the top with the only vent path directly down and overboard with no "traps or loops" in the line. I imagine it will be expensive given the liability associated with a potential leak into the boat where the propane can pool and cause an explosion.
 
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Sep 29, 2026
7
Hunter 460 Fort Myers
I assume by "tube" you mean the insert itself. If so, you will have to fabricate (or have fabricated) something that will fit into the allowed space. Have you tried calling Al at Sailboatowners.com. He is a wealth of knowledge and maybe he can help you. It must be sealed from the boat and sealed on the top with the only vent path directly down and overboard with no "traps or loops" in the line. I imagine it will be expensive given the liability associated with a potential leak into the boat where the propane can pool and cause an explosion.


Thank you, yes I have called sailboat owners and left a message. I have talked to a fiberglass fabricator in my area. crazy $$$$ they want $1,600 to fix the 1 I have. was hoping to find a used one from a savlage.
 

PEBI

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Sep 30, 2026
28
Homebuilt 35 muck
Build your own locker. Looks simple enough. Ever handle glass fiber and epoxy? Looks like you already have a mold right? cute a hole on the bottom and hey presto. You can use a sealant to make sure that when you put the propane canisteer inside it doesn't leak.
 

dLj

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Mar 23, 2017
5,188
Belliure 41 Back in the Chesapeake
I'm trying to understand the two pictures you posted. Is the first picture the hole where the parts shown in the second picture came out of?

dj
 
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