I would like to know if any one has changed their kerosene cook stove over to propane? If so, how did you go about it? Any info. would be appreciated. Thanks, D. Nelson
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David McKie
Stove
Yes, the boat I purchased had a two burner kerosene with oven. I replaced the top burners with propane and use the oven for food storage.
Yes, the boat I purchased had a two burner kerosene with oven. I replaced the top burners with propane and use the oven for food storage.
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Bob Miller
propane stove
I converted from Kerosine to propane on my 37C. So, I can't speak specifically to where to mount your tank, except that it does have to be enclosed and the bottom of the box has to be vented outside the hull. This means the tank has to be above the waterline (even when healing). In order to satisfy my insurance company (Boat/US), I coordinated my installation with my underwriter. He was VERY knowledgable and sent me copies of the ABYC? Specs. I built numerous boxes out of cardboard and duct tape to experiment with different locations and tank shapes/sizes. When that was decided, I had the box built out of 3/8 inch plexiglass. My propane shop referred to my box as the "propane aquarium". One other comment - The installation should include a pressure gage. By the time you include the pressure gage, regulator and fittings the manifold can become one of the determining factors in box size and shape. On my 37C, it was very difficult to find space big enough and still be above the water line. Good luck. When it's done you'll really be glad you did it.
I converted from Kerosine to propane on my 37C. So, I can't speak specifically to where to mount your tank, except that it does have to be enclosed and the bottom of the box has to be vented outside the hull. This means the tank has to be above the waterline (even when healing). In order to satisfy my insurance company (Boat/US), I coordinated my installation with my underwriter. He was VERY knowledgable and sent me copies of the ABYC? Specs. I built numerous boxes out of cardboard and duct tape to experiment with different locations and tank shapes/sizes. When that was decided, I had the box built out of 3/8 inch plexiglass. My propane shop referred to my box as the "propane aquarium". One other comment - The installation should include a pressure gage. By the time you include the pressure gage, regulator and fittings the manifold can become one of the determining factors in box size and shape. On my 37C, it was very difficult to find space big enough and still be above the water line. Good luck. When it's done you'll really be glad you did it.
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Ron
Location of Propane Tank
The conversion was done before I bought the boat (I bought it yesterday!), but the tank is in a compartment built right under the helmsman's seat. Of course it vents out the back, and has a solenoid at the tank, with the control on the rear bulkhead, just to the left of the stairway. If I can help further, photo's, etc, let me know.
The conversion was done before I bought the boat (I bought it yesterday!), but the tank is in a compartment built right under the helmsman's seat. Of course it vents out the back, and has a solenoid at the tank, with the control on the rear bulkhead, just to the left of the stairway. If I can help further, photo's, etc, let me know.
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Rick webb
Open at the Bottom
Remember that propane is heavier than air. I discovered that the hard way once.
Remember that propane is heavier than air. I discovered that the hard way once.
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Dan Sheehan AMS
LPG conversion
A conversion to LPG(Propane) is quite a bit more than just converting the stove. Since LPG is a heavier than air gas it is imperative that the conversion be done according to ABYC(American Boat and Yacht Council) standards. These include mounting the LPG tank in a locker that is vented overboard at the bottom, above the waterline. Vented directly to atmosphere at the top. You also must install a electric shutoff valve near the stove that will shut off the gas at the tank. A gas detector with an automatic shutoff is also recommended. As for the stove, it depends on what stove you are trying to convert. Many can be converted by just installing all the controls and burners from the LPG model of the same stove. However it may be easier and more economical to just replace the stove with a LPG version. LPG is a wonderful fuel but like all things it has its good and bad points. Still with the proper caution and installation it is safe and pleasant to cook with. Dan Sheehan AMS
A conversion to LPG(Propane) is quite a bit more than just converting the stove. Since LPG is a heavier than air gas it is imperative that the conversion be done according to ABYC(American Boat and Yacht Council) standards. These include mounting the LPG tank in a locker that is vented overboard at the bottom, above the waterline. Vented directly to atmosphere at the top. You also must install a electric shutoff valve near the stove that will shut off the gas at the tank. A gas detector with an automatic shutoff is also recommended. As for the stove, it depends on what stove you are trying to convert. Many can be converted by just installing all the controls and burners from the LPG model of the same stove. However it may be easier and more economical to just replace the stove with a LPG version. LPG is a wonderful fuel but like all things it has its good and bad points. Still with the proper caution and installation it is safe and pleasant to cook with. Dan Sheehan AMS
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David L
use the same stove
You can have your stove converted to propane. I will have to find the company. Up on the east coast around Maryland. Same people that made the kerosene stove.
You can have your stove converted to propane. I will have to find the company. Up on the east coast around Maryland. Same people that made the kerosene stove.
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David L
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