How to add a gas quick-connect

[runamuck]

I want to add a quick connect to my trailer's gas system for plugging in a grill or fire pit etc. I have seen how to's around the internet but all have been cast iron lines which are easy pickins but my trailer has black plastic lines similar to pex for the gas lines and I have yet to find much info about cutting into thees or what types of connections to use. any tips will be appreciated

[Tuquala]

Google-ing LP plastic pipe brings up a lot of stuff!! Looks like Home Depot carry's some fittings. Many other sources out there.

[runamuck]

Originally Posted by Tuquala

Google-ing LP plastic pipe brings up a lot of stuff!! Looks like Home Depot carry's some fittings. Many other sources out there.

well the yellow home depot stuff is for burial underground as far as I can tell. the lines on my freedom express are black plastic of some kind with connections that look like the crimps used with pex. most returns I get when I google up propane gas tubing or pipe bring up premade rubber hose sections with propane tank fittings on the end..but thanx for the reply

[arcaguy]

You might want to check out these folks, they seem to have some black gas piping.



Gas Distribution | High Density Polyethylene Pipe


Personally I don't trust the stuff, but then I'm old and know how to see if metal is deteriorating.

[bixler2]

Some of the residential gas piping has a black coating over it for fire protection. I think it is called Blazemaster and available in different sizes. Not sure how well protected the piping (tubing) is, but I would definitely have someone who works with the material do any quick connections. Do you have a local LP provider that can assist?

[runamuck]

thanx all for the help. I may just have to go down to the nearest rv dealer and talk to someone in the service dept. and see what they offer. was just hoping for DIY so dont have to hook up trailer and take it somewhere.

[John Hilley]

Check the MB Sturgis RV products

RV Propane Products

[runamuck]

thanx. they do have some handy items. tejassmokers.com has all kinds of good stuff too.