Wrench for ACME Nut on Propane tank

[tbraeunig]

Does anyone know of a wrench that is made to loosen the ACME nut for propane tanks. This is the big green plastic nut that SHOULD be able to be loosened or tightened by hand. The last 2 times I had to swap out a propane tank, I wasn't able to loosen the nut by hand. (Apparently I am able to tighten it by hand!)
I ended up having to use a water pump pliers to get the nut loosened. You'd think that Camping World or Amazon would have a wrench for this purpose, but I searched both and no luck.

[BFlinn181]

I'd use a strap wrench if it can't be loosened by hand. I keep one in the kitchen to remove jar lids. very handy!

[Waiter21]

After you get it off do the following.

Use silicon paste (not spray). You can buy a small tube at any auto parts store, its listed as "Dielectric Grease"..

Put a small dab on your fingers, then wipe this onto the threads and mating surface of the ACME fitting. Not a big glob, just enough to put a thin film on the surfaces.

[tbraeunig]

Thanks, good suggestions.

[MSHappyCampers]

Hi ! Welcome to IRV2! We're sure glad you joined the gang!

Don't have a clue on the wrench but wanted to say hello! Keep her between the ditches!

Good luck, happy trails, and God bless!