Note that this setup removes the LP regulator from the firebowl. Only one regulator is needed for proper operation, and our Airstream has a LP regulator at the propane tanks.
@@airstreamer I love the idea of not having to commit to a three hour wood fire or ending up smelling like smoke. Your video is what got me to get this.
I enjoyed the video. Nicely done. I achieved the same result, but went about it differently. I want to be able to use a couple different gas appliances at least 35 and even 50 feet or so from my up unit. But the two stage regulator drops the pressure too much to be practical when running the gas such a distance. So I added a second line, UNREGULATED, ie it bypasses the two stage regulator. I then added a quick disconnect point to the end of the new line, at the back/side of my unit. I purchased a 30 foot hose and added a quick disconnect male to one end and a QCC1 (the connection on all propane tanks) to the far end. I can now connect any appliance (large stoves, patio heaters and my fire bowl) directly to that QCC1 female connection. The appliance’s regulator (as provided by the manufacturer) then does its job as intended. The flame is as strong as if I connected directly to a full tank. Enjoy your videos, keep up the good work.
What a cool fire pit. Nice that you can use it when an open fire is banned. That'll really come in handy when you travel to places affected by drought conditions - which seems to be more and more places nowadays. Great video Jim!
Your video was very helpful. I bought a different brand but the set up is the same. I'm going to attempt to modify mine. Thank you for clear instructions.
I’m not an LP expert or a pipe fitter, but I would assume it’s possible. I preferred to connect a hose, I’d be concerned there might be a slight leak with an extra fitting.
I just bought this firepit and contacted the company about hooking it up to an RV. Their recommendation was a hose no longer than 10 ft. Have you experienced any difficulties with your 18 ft hose?
It is working great for us. In fact, I’m using an extension hose that came with the conversion kit for the Blackstone griddle. I now have the Blackstone connected to the external LP port during the day, and in the evening I snap the hose off the Blackstone and connect it to the fire pit hose. So it’s now about a 25’ hose. I should do a follow up video… 🤔 Remember, we’re not plumbers or pipe fitters, so this is all for entertainment purposes. 😁
I don’t want to remove the original hose from the fire pit because sometimes I want to connect directly to a tank. So far I haven’t found any adapters to convert from the threaded tank connection to a male plug that can work with the RV’s quick connect. Any ideas?
OK, first the caveat... I am not a licensed plumber or pipefitter. I am not an expert in gas piping or fittings. I am not suggesting you use any of the following information. That all being said, I have worked for over 25 years in the home improvement industry, with nearly 20 years in kitchen design and plumbing sales. It will be nearly impossible to get the type of fitting or hose that you are asking for. Mainly because the gas would then be flowing through two regulators, and that's not needed or necessary. One possible alternative your be to replace the hose as I demonstrated, then get a fitting that is quick connect female on one end, and 3/8" male flare on the other. attach this fitting to the original hose from the firepit. Then simply snap the two together when you need to use a 20lb or 30lb propane tank. Here's an example of such a fitting: amzn.to/3IycF9I Alternatively, you could mount a male quick connect ot the firepit and add a female quick connect to both hoses. BTW, Teflon tape *IS NECESSARY* for the pipe threads but NOT for the flare threads.
@@airstreamer thanks for the feedback. I knew double regulators weren’t beneficial, but they probably reduce performance as well. It does get to be a convoluted collection of fittings and hoses, doesn’t it?
When the regulator is connected to the Propane bottles on the camper and you hook up another item with a quick connect how do you get around the regulator attached to the new item? The regulator on the camper reduces the pressure for use with the camper, when the quick connect is hooked up and the reduced pressure enters the regulator on the item you hook up the pressure is reduced again. Now your pressure has been reduced twice so you don't receive the proper oressure for use. How do you get around this problem?
Do you notice a reduction in the output of the firebowl? The 893 Firebowl says its output is 58k BTU, but that quick-connect says Max 25k BTU. I would think it was feeding less propane than needed to reach max output. Surely it saves on propane tho - but at what tradeoff?
We have found the heat from the firebowl to be plenty hot. We usually turn the dial to low and enjoy the flames. We never used the bowl hooked directly to a 20# tank so we have no comparison, but I can’t imagine wanting the flames higher than we get. Oh, we use a 12’ extention also. We just got a 24’ extention hose so our Blackstone could be set up at the rear of the Airstream, so we will need to see how the Outland works with the longer extention. Thanks for watching.
Seriously, total rubbish on your flare fitting description. The tape goes on the threads... not the bevelled end. In no way, shape, or form does the tape cause a leak when used properly. Use a few brain cells please. If you use the tape on the threads, when you tighten, the bevelled ends still meet. Only now, the gas won't pass thru the bevel or the threads. Why you thought it binds, or whomever taught you that, or you rediculously thought you wrap tape where threads don't exist, I don't know... but... not good. Could you wrap so much tape the threads essentially are worthless because its so tight it won't move, yes, but if you fit that category, just don't even try to be mechanical.
With safety first and accompanied with politeness, I too was cautious on listening to the kdont use yellow tape on flared fittings’ presentation. While I am in general agreement that it should not be required, you may do so out of an abundance of caution IF YOU DO IT PROPERLY! likely with a flared brass fitting the tape is not required but if you chose to apply it, then do so sparingly! Too thickly wrapped and yes, the flared ends WILL NOT MEET and you will not achieve the designed seal. Great video
