New to pop up camping

[gman98801]

We own a 2006 Coleman Fleetwood Lakeside, purchased used a few months ago. Generally in good shape, just some cosmetic work remaining. We are working out some of the bugs, and frequently run into issues that I cannot resolve, even with my shade-tree mechanic knowledge base. Parts are pretty readily available, no problems so far. One snag, is the outside propane connection, for our baby Blackstone, is not getting nearly enough gas pressure to have a normal flame. I have tried 3 different regulators, with the same result. The pressure at the internal stovetop is good and strong, and I have bled the air off. I would appreciate some advice on this matter. (Hose is OEM part number, and brand new)

 

[gman98801]

We own a 2006 Coleman Fleetwood Lakeside, purchased used a few months ago. Generally in good shape, just some cosmetic work remaining. We are working out some of the bugs, and frequently run into issues that I cannot resolve, even with my shade-tree mechanic knowledge base. Parts are pretty readily available, no problems so far. One snag, is the outside propane connection, for our baby Blackstone, is not getting nearly enough gas pressure to have a normal flame. I have tried 3 different regulators, with the same result. The pressure at the internal stovetop is good and strong, and I have bled the air off. I would appreciate some advice on this matter. (Hose is OEM part number, and brand new)

I discovered there is a different hose that is required for this connection, purchased and on the way, wish me luck.

 

[John&Andrea]

How old is the tank? I’m assuming you have one or two 20# tanks on the front of the camper. They will have a date, I’m not sure if the valve can be bad causing this. Do some research on it. Worth a look.
Old cold is it where you are. If below 40 may cause a problem.
We enjoyed our pop up years ago.
Happy travels!

 

[Holdmybeer]

You could be double regulating the flow to the Blackstone. It likely has it's own regulator so you can use the 1 lb. bottles. You may need to remove that and attach an RV quick connect valve and hose, eliminating the grill's regulator. Only make sure the former is the case, that your connection from the grill to the camper is regulated. Meantime as well, the pressure required to run the inside appliances, refer, stove, may be less than that required to run the Blackstone. If that's the case, the line should tee off somewhere aft of the tanks, with separate regulators directing pressure in the appropriate directions.

 

[gman98801]

You could be double regulating the flow to the Blackstone. It likely has it's own regulator so you can use the 1 lb. bottles. You may need to remove that and attach an RV quick connect valve and hose, eliminating the grill's regulator. Only make sure the former is the case, that your connection from the grill to the camper is regulated. Meantime as well, the pressure required to run the inside appliances, refer, stove, may be less than that required to run the Blackstone. If that's the case, the line should tee off somewhere aft of the tanks, with separate regulators directing pressure in the appropriate directions.

Thank you. I discovered this solution also, and am taking appropriate action. I will keep everyone notified.

 

[John&Andrea]

I have a quick connection on the MH for propane. I use it for grill or blackstone and I do not use a regulator at the BS. If you are using one this is likely the problem.
You may need a different line to connect the BS or grill. Something like this. I’m not sure what type connection you have on the trailer.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BY9SHBS?tag=rvf01-20

 

[gman98801]

I have a quick connection on the MH for propane. I use it for grill or blackstone and I do not use a regulator at the BS. If you are using one this is likely the problem.
You may need a different line to connect the BS or grill. Something like this. I’m not sure what type connection you have on the trailer.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BY9SHBS?tag=rvf01-20

Already ordered one yesterday, that's why I like this site, always good advice. I should have researched the issue more thoroughly at the beginning, but "Live and learn", and I am only out and extra $20 for buying the incorrect hose the first time.
Thank you for your reply