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Gaslow Direct Fill

teapott replied on 16/01/2019 13:23

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teapott

Campervanner from Avon

Posted on 16/01/2019 13:23

Has anybody any experience of the Gaslow Direct Fill cylinders, specifically the 2.7kg tank (https://www.gaslowdirect.com/epages/cyujrhdmmu67.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/cyujrhdmmu67/Products/01-4003-67-D)?

I have a SWB camper (Transit Custom) and only have space for a small bottle, I am currently using the 907 cylinder although needless to say not happy with the gas cost. I like the sound of the Gaslow Direct Fill cylinder as a direct replacement as I don’t really want to cut the van to add a filling kit with the added benefit that it can easily be taken out of the locker and on a gas bbq (with the right regulator of course). My main query is how easy they are to refill at service stations, both domestically (and to a lesser degree overseas). Any feedback would be welcome.

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young thomas replied on 18/01/2019 08:10

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Motorhomer
Posted on 17/01/2019 11:45 by JollyKernow

Hi

The op states he only has a swb transit, not much room for an underslung tank I'd have thought, but have you checked the prices of autogas 2000?surprised At least with a gaslow it can go from van to van?

JK

Posted on 18/01/2019 08:10

agreed, but my suggestion was prefixed with 'if this is your camping style'....(THS or some off gridding)...

but as it's virtually always hookup and sites, yes, it's not likely to be worth it.

BTW, im not that familiar with the under side of a SWB Transitwink

Colin the Kiwi replied on 21/01/2019 19:15

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Posted on 21/01/2019 19:15

We have this system (but with 11kg bottles) and have been touring in Europe for the past 8 months. Very simple to refill and in a lot of service stations the attendant will do the refill for you. It is as easy as "plug in and refill".

A couple of things to remember thou ... the fittings are not standardised across Europe, so remember to carry your adapters with you. Very few stations have adapters. Also in France you won't be able to refill at Supermarket gas stations ... there is a different tax on Vehicle Gas (for cars) versus domestic gas (for heating/cooking etc) so the Supermarket spaces for parking are deliberately small to prevent motorhomes getting in. You'll have to find a station outside the main towns in most parts of France. There is a great Mobile app MyLpg.eu which will let you find filling stations in all of europe.

Philnffc replied on 21/01/2019 20:47

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Motorhomer from Nottinghamshire
Posted on 17/01/2019 20:20 by mickysf

Phil, I too have notice the ongoing loss in service stations providing the service. In fact the app I use seems not to keep up to speed with the loss of such places. Which app are you using?

Posted on 21/01/2019 20:47

Hi

Sorry been away for the weekend, we live in Spain and this little app MyLpg.eu is excellent there  but when in the UK the website Drivelpg seems the most up to date.

Phil

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