PROPANE LEAK

CodeJunkie

Noticed a strong rotten egg/sulfur smell near the battery/LP storage box; not really any odor inside the T@B.  Found a leak at the LP connection where it attaches to the T@B, not at the tank connection (see pic below).  I could actually feel and hear the hiss of "air" around the nut.  I tried tightening the nut, but it seems very tight and wouldn't budge.  So, I turned off the propane and disconnected from the tank.  I am boondocking hundreds of miles from home base, now without fridge, cooktop, or heat.  I can make-do OK for the time being.  Anyone had a similar problem?  Ideas?  Fixes?

Ratkity

Find some teflon tape (aka plumber's tape) and wrap the male threads twice. Try tightening the bolt again to see if that fixes the leak. Glad you found it when you did!

JandJ92010

If the teflon tape doesn't work, try pipe thread sealant, if that doesn't work you may have a crack in the female fitting.

Photomom

You can check for leaks by slathering with soapy water - shouldn't see any bubbles. 

Ratkity

^^^ both good suggestions!

DurangoTaB

Here's what plumbers use....I may pick some up and keep it in my truck or T@B!
http://www.amazon.com/SEPTLS7478OZSNOOP-Snoop-leak-Detectors-8OZ-SNOOP/dp/B00H895GH8

irvingj

As far a as the nut being tight-- try loosening first, then tighten.