RV Propane Tank Strap Repair/Replace
Here I repair/replace a set of broken propane tank retention straps
Summary:
After the last trip with our 5th wheel I noticed one of the straps holding in our propane tank wasn’t latching correctly. Digging deeper, I found it had actually sheared off due to the tight angle where it was bolted to the back of the compartment. Here I go through the process to replace the strap(s) and try to adjust the install method to hopefully reduce the chance of future failure. Note some items below are links to Amazon products – if you’d like to support my efforts, you can do so at no cost to you by buying through these links for items you already might need to purchase.
Parts:
- Steel Propane Tank Straps, Heng’s, 39-3/4″
- Stainless Self Tapping Screws, #14 x 1″
- 1/4″ Stainless Flat Washers
Tools:
Detailed Description:
- Start by scoping out exactly what you’ll need for your project
- What size is your propane tank, and what size of straps will you need
- Will you need new screws to attach the straps
- What tools do you need to finish the job
- Start by removing the propane tank and then remove the straps to be replaced.
- In my case, I added the washers/spacers behind the new mounting screws, so ended up drilling out the holes on the new straps to about 3/8″ to give a little leeway for the strap to push back in the center. Be particularly careful if you have to drill the strap – secure it well so it the drill bit can’t grab onto it and make a spinning cutter out of it!
- Install the strap as needed, with any additional washers used as spacers.
- Install the tank and ensure all fits well and nothing is loose.
- Check this one off your list!! 8^)
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