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Ford LP Tractor Problem

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AD

07-11-2006 07:43:21




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Thanks for the input to Ford LP Tractor Problem question.

Lack of a liquid withdrawal or wet line is likely the problem, as all of you have suggested.

Next question is does anyone know where we can find a liquid or wet line? We called the propane company and they do not do anything like it.

Does anyone know of some place online that has information about the equipment and procedures? Any other ideas for for filling liquid would be greatly appreciated.

Again, thanks.

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jones in texas

07-11-2006 17:11:54




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 Re: Ford LP Tractor Problem in reply to AD, 07-11-2006 07:43:21  
A liquid line is simply a propane valve with a pipe or tube attached that will not reach totally to bottom of storage tank to prevent contamination .your tank needs a plug on top that can be removed to install liquid line.not really a do it yourself job. can be a very dangerous VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION .only a very experinced person should do this job please.



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big jt

07-11-2006 09:05:28




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 Re: Ford LP Tractor Problem in reply to AD, 07-11-2006 07:43:21  
I read that thread earlier but there was already good advice that I didn't feel I could improve on.

Now to your current problem.

Couple of questions first.

Do farmers dry there own grain in your area? If yes "wet lines" are common in your area and the dealer is giving you a shuck and jive. I don't know of a grain dryer that runs on vapor tank withdrawel. Might also be that the dealer doesn't want to do the plumbing. To do things according to Hoyle will cost about $1000 with a hand pump and the plumbing (no tank).

Do you live near a poplulated area? If not and you can get a tank with liquid withdrawel you can run a line from the tank to the tractor and then vent the vapor off the tractor. NOTE this process needs to be approached with care as you are venting a explosive gas to the air (BOOM).

Now for a couple of tips on getting set up.

Get a tank with liquid withdraw as mentioned earlier. Should have a dip tube and the liquid is pulled from the top. I know the instructions for KRUG hand pumps tell you to pull the liquid from the bottom but don't do it. There is a grease like sediment that settles out of lp and it will create all sorts of havoc with your convertor and carb, and the stuff stinks to high heaven. Been there, done that, and have the t-shirt to prove it.

Did your dealer look at your situation or just sit at their desk in a air conditioned office and say we don't do that? Try getting someone out to look at your tank. Or shoot a picture of the valve setup on it and post here. Also confirm whether you own your tank or not. If you own the tank have another dealer look at it.

I have refereed to Krug pumps so I enclosed a link to their website. This is to the Hand pump they handle all sorts of LP stuff and will recomend a dealer in your area.

Sorry my post got so long. Just trying to relate enough to get you started.

If you decide this is too complicated and want to replace that Ford I wouldn't mind adding one to my stable. No fords in it yet!!

jt

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Glen in TX

07-11-2006 08:02:21




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 Re: Ford LP Tractor Problem in reply to AD, 07-11-2006 07:43:21  
Any LP dealer that wants your business should be able to handle that. First thing is to find another dealer that can do it. Does the tank belong to dealer you are buying from now? If you want a wet line they should be willing to put in a new valve assembly in tank for that. It's not that big a deal and all they have to do is drain the tank and change out valve assembly. Many companies only want to fill their tanks and don't want to sell you anything to fill other tanks because if they own the tanks or equipment they just don't want any connected liabilites. You may have to buy your own tank but be sure valve assembly has the wet line and tank meets pressure codes for your state. Only other way is to buy one of those pumps but would still need a wet line in tank.

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