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Mid Bath propane connection for catalytic heater question.
Awhile back i thought there was a discussion on installing a quick connect in a MB. I did try to do a search and was unable to find the discussion. It was mounted in a way that was very convenient. Any ideas would be appreciated. I bought the Wave 3 because it is referenced here a lot and on the LD Companion.

Many thanks in advance
Randy
Randy

2019 MB
Re: Mid Bath propane connection for catalytic heater question.
Reply #1 –

I install the quick disconnect and valve under the stove, exiting at floor level, the front of the cabinet.
Amazon.com: Camco Propane Quick Connect Kit - Valve & Full Flow Plug,...

The rear of the stove has a propane fitting to tap into for propane.

With a 5-6’ hose, any part of the coach can be heated

Larry

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Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
Tow vehicles  2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2001 Jeep Cherokee
Photo Collection: Lazy Daze
Re: Mid Bath propane connection for catalytic heater question.
Reply #2 –
When I had a propane line installed for a heater, two techs refused to use a quick connect. I gave in. The screw-on fitting takes maybe 15 seconds to spin on or off, so it's not a big deal. I do wonder why some techs are adamant about not using quick connects.

The quick connect on my air hose has leaked for years. I wonder if they are made about the same way?

Don & Dorothy
Sold our LD in June of 2023

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Traveling Dorothy
Re: Mid Bath propane connection for catalytic heater question.
Reply #3 –
  I am also considering adding an extra propane line to connect to my Mr. Buddy portable propane heater so seeing this topic is timely. I assume the previous owner of my coach must have installed the t connector that is already on the  the main tank  and upstream in relation to the main tank pressure regulator. During a recent conversation at a campground with a fellow rv'er on the topic of propane line extensions I was told  that it was good that my "t" was upstream of the regulator because my Mr. Buddy would not work properly if downstream from the main coach propane system regulator because they are designed to work unregulated. Larry's description of where he added a valve for his extension sounds like it is downstream from the main regulator so now I am wondering if the information I was given is not accurate? I am trying to avoid having to drill an access hole for the extra hose into the coach so Larry's setup may offer a better alternative for me. Thanks in advance for any guidance.

Matt
2004 26.5 Island Bed. Gumby
2006 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
Re: Mid Bath propane connection for catalytic heater question.
Reply #4 –
The quick disconnects I have used for years are rated for propane and natural gas, none that I know have had problems I always add a shut-valve just in case an o-ring fails in the QD, and always turn the valve when the heater isn’t being used.

Larry
Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
Tow vehicles  2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2001 Jeep Cherokee
Photo Collection: Lazy Daze
Re: Mid Bath propane connection for catalytic heater question.
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Quote from: Mattb  - 
  I am also considering adding an extra propane line to connect to my Mr. Buddy portable propane heater so seeing this topic is timely.
The Mr.Buddy heaters appear to be designed to work with a portable propane tank, so tapping into the low-pressure propane line inside the coach will not work. Larry and others are referring to the installation of low-pressure Olympian catalytic heaters, which have near-zero emission of CO. Non-catalytic non-ventilated heaters are not recommended for indoor use.

Steve
2004 FL
2013 Honda Fit
Re: Mid Bath propane connection for catalytic heater question.
Reply #6 –
I appreciate the clarification Steve and will continue to explore non regulated options.

Matt
2004 26.5 Island Bed. Gumby
2006 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
Re: Mid Bath propane connection for catalytic heater question.
Reply #7 –
Quote from: Steve  - 
The Mr.Buddy heaters appear to be designed to work with a portable propane tank, so tapping into the low-pressure propane line inside the coach will not work. Larry and others are referring to the installation of low-pressure Olympian catalytic heaters, which have near-zero emission of CO. Non-catalytic non-ventilated heaters are not recommended for indoor use.

Steve
Well, mostly near zero. My second Wave3 sets off my CO alarm every so often. 🥴  —Jon
(Former) ‘06 TK “Albatross.” And (former) Vespa 250.   Alas, no more; both are gone.😕 Great memories remain! 😄
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Quote from: Jon & Loni  - 
Well, mostly near zero. My second Wave3 sets off my CO alarm every so often. 🥴  —Jon
True, but it did NOT set off MY alarm, when we tested. I suspect yours may be responding to some other component for some reason. Have you tried your alarm in another rig running a wave heater?

Steve
2004 FL
2013 Honda Fit
Re: Mid Bath propane connection for catalytic heater question.
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Quote from: Steve  - 
The Mr.Buddy heaters appear to be designed to work with a portable propane tank, so tapping into the low-pressure propane line inside the coach will not work. Larry and others are referring to the installation 0of low-pressure Olympian catalytic heaters.

The OP was. Asking about a Wave 3.
I know of no easy or safe way of providing a larger volume of high pressure propane to a Mr. Buddy.
A low-pressure Wave heater is the better way to go, IMO.
Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
Tow vehicles  2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2001 Jeep Cherokee
Photo Collection: Lazy Daze
Re: Mid Bath propane connection for catalytic heater question.
Reply #10 –
Thanks again for the input. I will work on the installation Larry mentioned. I havent used a portable heater in the LD yet but I feel better about the Olympian/Catalytic  type heaters in this application.

Randy
Randy

2019 MB
Re: Mid Bath propane connection for catalytic heater question.
Reply #11 –
Any recommendations as to where I can have a quick disconnect installed in my 26.5 RB in the SF Bay Area?  I live in Menlo Park.
Thanks, Steve
2001 26.5 Rear Bath
Re: Mid Bath propane connection for catalytic heater question.
Reply #12 –
If San Jose isn't too far, I'd suggest Sturkin RV. They are off 101, south of the SJ airport on Maybury Rd.  Steve Sturkin has been around a long time. He's good, but often takes longer than expected.  (408) 295-7195.
Wendy
 
2021 MB