LP Tank with Regulator [Bus & Vanagon]

Product:253-070-601D
Works With:1968-1991
Manufacturer:Manchester
Difficulty:

Requires some hand & power tools and minimal mechanical knowledge.

2 Reviews
$798.17

Proposition 65: This product may contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Self-certified made in USA of U.S. and imported parts

A shiny new propane tank just for you! This tank is manufactured by the OEM Supplier Manchester Tank, and is compliant with all current Federal D.O.T. Regulations. It is a direct bolt-in replacement for all Volkswagen Bus* and Vanagon applications.

Fits: 1968-79 Bus* & 1980-91 Vanagon

Product details:
• Includes internal auto-stop valve & shut-off valve
• New regulator with plastic covers - Included but requires installation
• Skid plate
• 10% larger 3.3 gallon capacity.
• D.O.T compliant

*Bus owners: Installation of this tank requires an adapter bracket kit, sold separately.

Installation tips:
- Due to the modern design of the regulator, you will most likely NOT have to cut and re-flare your lines for installation.
- There is a brass two-into-one T-fitting into which your copper lines thread. You'll need to keep this T-fitting and reuse it when installing your new tank.
- When removing the lines and the splitter from your old regulator, you can utilize a pipe plug to stop the flow of LP before removing the old tank.
- We recommend having your new tank professionally purged before the first filling. Please contact a local RV shop for purging.
- Likewise, any leftover LP in your old tank should be professionally purged.

WARNING: When attaching fittings to the regulator, be sure to support the regulator with a second wrench at the end you are attaching the fitting. DO NOT hold the opposite end of the regulator while torquing down the fitting as this can crack the casing of the regulator (see images).


Article alert! Read our "LP Fuel Tank for Vanagon: The Full Story" article which addresses the lifespan, legislation, and replacement of the Vanagon/Bus LP tank.

LP Tank with Regulator [Bus & Vanagon] Wrench Rating


Handy — Requires some hand & power tools and minimal mechanical knowledge.




All Wrench Ratings



Plug 'n' Play — Requires no or basic hand tools and no mechanical knowledge.


Handy — Requires some hand & power tools and minimal mechanical knowledge.


DIY — Requires a full tool set and broad mechanical knowledge.


Pro — Requires professional-level tools, talent and experience.


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