turtlespeed 226 #1 September 17, 2003 I have been searching for something that will let me know the correct size of PVC that I can use to intall propane throughout a house, or even if you can use PVC w/ Propane. Cant seem to find any though. Thanks in advance.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #2 September 17, 2003 Well, knowing that PVC can't be used in pressurized air situations, since it is porus in terms of gas, then I'd probably say no to the propane.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #3 September 17, 2003 More specifically, the thicker natural gas "plastic" pipe used for underground gas lines....I need to know if you can use that for LP. I think that you can, but I need documentation to back this up.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumper03 0 #4 September 17, 2003 QuoteWell, knowing that PVC can't be used in pressurized air situations, since it is porus in terms of gas, then I'd probably say no to the propane. hmmm...dunno about that. Direct experimentation has shown that PVC and propane make one hell of a potato gun. We actually shot a barbequed chicken across the river..... everybody sing along "What was I thinking...." JumpScars remind us that the past is real Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #5 September 17, 2003 I wouldnt realy rely on a bucnh of bored skydivers giving you advice on something that can cuase a nice flame I would probably use copper but the thing is you have to be sure to have all the gas off and not to ignite the torch until youve ventilated your crawlspace/basement/area that youll be fitting the pipesMy photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #6 September 17, 2003 QuoteI wouldnt realy rely on a bucnh of bored skydivers giving you advice on something that can cuase a nice flame I would probably use copper but the thing is you have to be sure to have all the gas off and not to ignite the torch until youve ventilated your crawlspace/basement/area that youll be fitting the pipes This is for new construction. We are building a "House" in south Texas. There is no gas service there, and we are installing a LP system. I was just looking for documentation that qualifies the heavy polyethelene pipe used for Natural gas underground for use with propane. But you are right about that skydiver/flame thing...I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydiverbrian 0 #7 September 17, 2003 Why don't you just call the local Hank Hill at the local propane & propane accessories store and ask them? In a world full of people, only some want to fly... isn't that crazy! --Seal Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #8 September 17, 2003 Heh, well, if it were that simple... i have called and talked to retailers, manufacturer's reps, distributors, plumbers, and even the code enforcement of this area. I'm still not getting any "Clear" response to my request. All I want is to knbow where to get the literature, so I can get it. Hmm, never thought to call Hank...I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #9 September 17, 2003 lol um..library? thats the place that they store all the dead storiesMy photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drewboo 0 #10 September 17, 2003 Just go to your local Agway...pick up a length of what is known as soaker hose...install it your self using rubber bands as connectors...cause as they say...If ya ain't livin' on the edge..your taking up to much room! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites yardhippie 0 #11 September 17, 2003 Im sure that you probably could... but I dont think that I would want to. You should probably look for a flexible copper line, you can buy it in coils of different sizes and is usually relitively easy to work with. You can even find a way so "sweat" or solder the fittings together, its not terribly difficult and easier than messing w/ pvc. Plus you can check w/ a small air compressor and a guage to confirm that there are no leaks.... at least thats what Im thinkin.... Goddam dirty hippies piss me off! ~GFD "What do I get for closing your rig?" ~ me "Anything you want." ~ female skydiver Mohoso Rodriguez #865 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites billvon 3,120 #12 September 17, 2003 It is very rare that you will see any structural natural gas or propane plumbing that is not black steel pipe. It pays to be careful with a house, and piping for pressurized flammable gas probably isn't the best place to skimp. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites yardhippie 0 #13 September 17, 2003 hes right.... cuz now that I think about it even my cheaply built house, has black iron once you get to the house. its only copper from the tank (yes LP) to the house cuz iron wont hold up under ground. (i think)Goddam dirty hippies piss me off! ~GFD "What do I get for closing your rig?" ~ me "Anything you want." ~ female skydiver Mohoso Rodriguez #865 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites turtlespeed 226 #14 September 17, 2003 Ok. But the gas company uses a yellow plastic pipe, polyethelene to run the gas main. I am running the line about 250 yards, that is a lot of copper. So, we are opting for the gas company solution. I just need to find something that gives me a seal of approval of some kind. I also need to know what the max pressure that is allowed is. So we can set our regulators for it.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites yardhippie 0 #15 September 17, 2003 are you going to have service from a "line" or a tank? b/c if its a tank, the tank should come regulated when you order it. at least thats how it works here. I couldnt afford to buy one so I lease it. which give me the chance to negotiate w/ different companies each year when my lease comes up, and I always have a well maintained and good looking tank.Goddam dirty hippies piss me off! ~GFD "What do I get for closing your rig?" ~ me "Anything you want." ~ female skydiver Mohoso Rodriguez #865 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites turtlespeed 226 #16 September 18, 2003 We are going to purchase the three tanks...this isn't a small house we are building...12000 square feet, plus the kitchen is going to be able to support restraunt style cooking. It's like a hunting lodge...I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
yardhippie 0 #11 September 17, 2003 Im sure that you probably could... but I dont think that I would want to. You should probably look for a flexible copper line, you can buy it in coils of different sizes and is usually relitively easy to work with. You can even find a way so "sweat" or solder the fittings together, its not terribly difficult and easier than messing w/ pvc. Plus you can check w/ a small air compressor and a guage to confirm that there are no leaks.... at least thats what Im thinkin.... Goddam dirty hippies piss me off! ~GFD "What do I get for closing your rig?" ~ me "Anything you want." ~ female skydiver Mohoso Rodriguez #865 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 3,120 #12 September 17, 2003 It is very rare that you will see any structural natural gas or propane plumbing that is not black steel pipe. It pays to be careful with a house, and piping for pressurized flammable gas probably isn't the best place to skimp. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yardhippie 0 #13 September 17, 2003 hes right.... cuz now that I think about it even my cheaply built house, has black iron once you get to the house. its only copper from the tank (yes LP) to the house cuz iron wont hold up under ground. (i think)Goddam dirty hippies piss me off! ~GFD "What do I get for closing your rig?" ~ me "Anything you want." ~ female skydiver Mohoso Rodriguez #865 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #14 September 17, 2003 Ok. But the gas company uses a yellow plastic pipe, polyethelene to run the gas main. I am running the line about 250 yards, that is a lot of copper. So, we are opting for the gas company solution. I just need to find something that gives me a seal of approval of some kind. I also need to know what the max pressure that is allowed is. So we can set our regulators for it.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yardhippie 0 #15 September 17, 2003 are you going to have service from a "line" or a tank? b/c if its a tank, the tank should come regulated when you order it. at least thats how it works here. I couldnt afford to buy one so I lease it. which give me the chance to negotiate w/ different companies each year when my lease comes up, and I always have a well maintained and good looking tank.Goddam dirty hippies piss me off! ~GFD "What do I get for closing your rig?" ~ me "Anything you want." ~ female skydiver Mohoso Rodriguez #865 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #16 September 18, 2003 We are going to purchase the three tanks...this isn't a small house we are building...12000 square feet, plus the kitchen is going to be able to support restraunt style cooking. It's like a hunting lodge...I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
