STOP throwing your MONEY AWAY on propane
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Leah of See Jane Drill shows you how to save money when purchasing propane by using a propane refill adapter and refillable canisters.
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It's been a while since I've seen you and am glad to see you're doing well and helping everyone get along in the process and I look forward to more of your videos.
Thank you. I do upload videos every week, so I'm not certain why you're not seeing them.
@@seejanedrill I don't understand either I've been following you from the beginning since you told the story of your grandfather and how he taught you. I'm just happy we've reconnected as I love the way you teach and am excited to see more of your videos.
I agree I haven't seen any of your videos in a long time
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@@seejanedrill yes ma'am
It's also a good idea to weigh the refilled canister to ensure it's not overfilled. The refillable ones are marked with the tare weight, so it's easy to determine how much product has actually been added.
what could happen if it is overfilled? will liquid propane possibly shoot out?
Actually, it is possible for propane to leak out through the pressure relief valve. This can create a potentially dangerous situation, especially if it's in an enclosed space like a vehicle.
@@Vid_Master - A liquid cannot be compressed when it gets warm, for example in a car.
When you have too much liquid in it, there's not enough room to expand.
When you lay it flat while filling, you never can overfill it.
Just a PSA for safety sake. Don't use rubber gloves when you're working with combustible gases. A buddy I worked with did this, didn't know there was a hole in the gloves and the gloves captured some acetylene. He lit the torch with a striker, along with his hands. Pretty bad burns.
Thanks for sharing this
@seejanedrill yeah, compounding problem too. Gloves melted, of course, and made the burns worse. I'd probably be on the fence about leather gloves as well. Maybe a knit glove, or something breathable. I would have never imagined something like that could happen. Great content, always learn something from you.
Ms. Leah, you are an excellent teacher. I know there are many who have learned so much from you.
Leah, thank you for the clear, concise, and SAFE demonstration on how to refill propane canisters.
Actually, you'd be surprised, that, was not, repeat, not the 'safest' way of doing this. I'm surprised this wasn't flagged at this point. MANY more, safer ways and hookups that this style. Once I figured that out, I literally threw out the connection piece she displays in this video. BIG fan of Leah, but to be clear, not, the safest way of doing this...
You weight your bottles on a scale to the nearest gram after filling. If it is overfull, then release some thru the bleeder valve. If you can, it is best to use a weight scale when working with cannisters of any kind so you can know how much propellent you are putting inside the old can. Professional Air Conditioner service people use scales when emptying your system and then when refilling it to see safely how much is being transferred in real time.
Leah, I've been doing this with my Camp stoves for years. It saves me a lot.
Additional tip: If you put the empty canisters in the freezer and attach it cold it will help fill the canisters that do not have a bleeder valve. The difference in temperature will help move the propane into the smaller container.
Yeah, That's how I do it too. Not only freeze the cylinder but also put the donor bottle in the sun for a while as well. It works great.
Just be careful to not overfill, there has to be some space left to handle expansion or you'd risk suffering some unwanted side effects.
If it doesn't have a bleeder I'm not using it. And you probably shouldn't be giving tips without more information.....
@@joemendyk9994 Then don't! PS. don't be so condescending. I'll post what I like.
@@markjames495 He wasn't being condescending, he's just saying maybe you shouldn't be posting suggesting people start screwing around with refilling propane cylinders that are not meant for the average person to refill, cause that's how people get hurt or killed. It's a very stupid and dangerous idea to suggest people do, cause if you hadn't noticed, some people will do stupid stuff that people tell them because they aren't that bright. (Tide pod and cinnamon challenges for a couple quick examples). I'm with Joe on this though, if it doesn't have a purge valve, and isn't meant to be refilled, then I'm not being stupid and doing it anyway. My life is worth far more than the few bucks that could potentially save. On a final note for you Mark, you can do WHATEVER you're physically able to do, just realize you're NOT free from the consequences.
Glad you made the point of REFILLABLE cylinders. I have seen so many videos of people refilling cylinders that are not meant to be refilled. It is also against the law to transport refilled cylinders (that are not meant to be refilled). I always say just because you can does not mean you should.
It's a pretty important point. The disposable containers (especially the ones made recently) are _much_ thinner, and they don't have any coating inside to prevent rust. What I think is the worse risk is that the valves in the disposable cylinders really don't last longer than one or two charges before they start leaking. That would make it more hazardous to store them without a torchhead or something installed, which I think is contrary to what most people might think is the safest way to store them.
@@PSUQDPICHQIEIWC I'm not an expert by any means but I'm pretty sure as long as there is a tiny amount of propane in the bottle it displaces the oxygen and to rust I think you need oxygen for that reaction.
DOT has pretty strict rules and fines about transporting refilled one-time use canisters as they are considered unsafe.
@@liv04soccer For the most part, but there are plenty of contaminants (including moisture) in LP. We wouldn't need scale traps in black iron gas lines if there weren't enough for the lines to produce scale. Every tank I've cut open has been rusted inside to some degree or another.
@@PSUQDPICHQIEIWC I just asked a propane pumper of 40 years of experience and he told me that old valves used to be a problem years ago not sealing when disconnected. Propane is heavier then air so any air entering the tank gets pushed out while filling most likely any water that makes it into the tank will stay but with out oxygen I don't see how it rusts. The odor additives are oily so I would believe that would also help the tank from not rusting. I have 20lb tanks from 1972 that passed hydro testing so rust has to be to a very minimal inside the tank for it to last this long.
If your experiencing heavy rust inside your tanks there must be bad valves or improper filling procedure. Or both or some other unforseen factor.
Wooo gurl!! You're showing your age with the Craftsman Robo-Grip. I still have 2 of those too!! Love those things! 😊
Knuckle busters. I bought two on a recommendation. I don't buy recommended tools anymore.
Excellent information as always Leah!
Propane fumes hang low in an enclosed area and can ignite with just static. A local cop in town went to get propane for a town hall summer barbecue in his pickup, one of the tanks was leaking in the truck bed and the plastic bed liner created a tiny spark and he ended up in the burn unit and out of work for many months. If you can do this outside.
This is also a great way to keep all the containers out of the landfills.
Leah for the win, AGAIN!
Wow I’ve never seen that refill tool before. Very cool 👍🏼🛠️
I’m pretty sure that the very first thing I learned off of TH-cam I learned from Leah. You are the best Leah!
Leah! Dang!! You are unbelievable! Thanks for yet another awesome lesson!
If I understand correctly, you must use the refillable canisters and not the plain ones. I suppose they're non-refillable correct? I want to say I really enjoy your videos and learned a lot from you, even though I'm a handyman for 40 years and didn't know this either. You are a wonderful person and we need more of you in this world. 🙂🙂🥰👍
I've been filling the non refillable ones for decades. Just need to freeze them first to drop the pressure.
@@falsedragon33 Thank you 👍👍👍👍
@@jerrymarasco683 there is a possibility to over fill them, and I'm guilty of that more than not. You eventually get the feel for it, and I suppose you could weigh it against a new one to be perfect. If they overfill and get hot the shrader valve will leak until the pressure is below the threshold. I've only had that happen once in thousands of refills. With that said, I kinda want one of them venting ones and the extended valve the come with it. Would be nice when you can't freeze. Oh, and if you can't freeze them and are in a pinch don't do what I do all the time. Fill it with a bit, then let that out real fast. The phase exchange of the gas will freeze the bottle pretty quick, like those air cans. Oh yeah, use a timer when filling. 45 seconds to 1 min is normal at my elevation.
Reliably random did a great video cutting the single use and refillable bottles in half to show the wall thickness... And after that I personally would only go with a bottle designed to be refilled.
Ha, I am stingy with money. Always looking for ways to save. That's why I watch your channel!
I watched a video awhile back were the person refilled one, I was really intrigued and could see the benefits of refilling but also was very vary...explanation and demonstration just looked sketchy!
Thank you SO much for your video! It makes so much sense!! Knowing that there are bottles designed to be refilled makes this something I would be comfortable doing myself!! Thank you!!
Leah, again you have highlighted the importance of the right tool for the job! The Home DIY Propane Substation!
Beautiful!!! 1,000 points
Great tip, I had no idea!
I don't deplete a bottle's gas all that often, but it's a trip to the hardware store when it runs out. Usually I walk right past my 2-3 full 15# tanks on the way to the truck. Thanks for the links!
Leah, as always you are awesome!👏
I keep my son in step with your videos too. 😄👍🏽
Camp fuel or white gas needs to make a return to outdoor cooking. Coleman camp stoves using camp fuel are notorious for being long lasting and nearly indestructible. I have model 425E, which was produced from 1967-1979. I haven't used a propane tank since I got a bought a vintage Coleman stove for sale.
For 42 years at the printing plant, we used to refill our propane fork lift tanks that way, all the time open a valve on the big tank hook up the pump and open both valves and run til gas cam out and shut all valves.
Buddy of mine refills the non-refillables. He's been doing it for at least 30 years for his own personal use. He orders replacement valves for the grill tank from ebay, removes the float, installs the valves in the grill tank, and this way the internal shut-off valve is disabled and his tank is modified for liquid use. Anyway, he only refills the little cylinders which have the safety valves and stores his bottles under a lean-to with open air ventilation. He removes the cylinder once during refill and using a needle nose pliers, pushes down the center of the threaded portion to trip the internal valve and bleed off pressure before hurrying up and doing one more refill attempt. He finds this fills his bottles up just about right.
I've had my plumer's propane torch tank for probably 20yrs. Never have needed to fill it, so yeah, when it finally goes dry - if it ever does, I'm not gonna have any problem going back to the hardware store and paying whatever the retail price is for another bottle.
Thats an important propane accessory. Hank Hill would be proud.
Haha, I used to love that show back in the day
No. He wouldn't.
@@midsnacker Hank Hill loved propane AND propane accessories.
@@JohnSmith-gq9gn I'm aware of this. That's why Hank wouldn't approve of unsafely filling 1lb tanks.
@@midsnacker
There was absolutely NOTHING unsafe about this video.
I have been doing this for years with one-time use bottles. Same procedure but lacking the purge valve. It helps speed up the gas transfer if you put the empty tank in a cold location,(freezer or such) and the 20 Lb tank in a warmer location. The temperature difference causes the gas to flow faster. I use a small kitchen scale to determine the amount of gas transferred. Here in Canada a 20 lb tank is about 14.00$ to recharge and a 1 lb cylinder is 12.00$ at the local hardware! Do the math!
THANK YOU to whoever taught me about the REFILLABLE canisters have a allen-key valve. Before today, I watched many videos and they (1) never mentioned about refillable vs non-refillable cans. (2) Many suggest to freeze the receiving can (although they do say to weigh the can). But damn, why run the risk (lives, house fire, car fire) for not using refillable types. Digital weights can be wrong, mistake when reading can happen, etc. THANK YOU THANK YOU. DO NOT FREEZE it people. Just put in the cool section of the fridge for 30min. Freezing it is too RISKY because the donner gas will fill up too fast and GAS (Cool canister) escaping the allen-key valve is easier to see than LIQUID (Frozen canister) oozing out the tiny valve.
I have one. I found it necessary to completely empty the store bought ones. I leave a camp stove run till a bottle is empty. It also helps if the big tank is room temp or more, and the tiny bottles are cold. This will fill the bottles up better.
In my neck of the woods, it is not legal to transport refilled "disposable" bottles; but you can with the ones certified for refilling. Rather hard to prove a bottle was refilled though.
If you have a tank that has sat for years unused and not full, I recommend not using it to fill the small bottles. This plugged up my fill adapter. FYI
OMG Leah my grandpa had 2 pair of those robogrips both different sizes since I was a kid in the mid 90s.. all his tools have gone to me since his passing and I still have them. Those are one pair of pliers that seem like a gimmick but actually the auto adjust works really well . Love it😂😂
I like mine
What us also good is they make a 5 lb tank, and then you can hook it up to your tool through a hose. Great if you're not changing places constantly and using it a lot.
I'm "interested" in the hose you mentioned, can you elaborate....thanks!
Always good to see your videos. Thank you so much for the education.
I love that you’re always coming up with money saving ideas for us. Keep up the good work Leah !!
Thank you! Will do!
Hey Leah.. I did this a while back but my adapter has a 2 foot hose.
I found it easier to access the big tanks valve that way.
btw ive been in construction 40+ years so I've probably been there
and done that yet I still get little nuggets here and there from you
and all these years you havent changed your pitch and speed
I love you for that. Keep rollin' sister
Thank you again for outstanding tips🙏🏽❤️
Perfect timing Leah. I was considering doing this. Now, I feel confident to do it! Thank you!!!
Another great video Leah. You’re the best. 💕✌️
Hey Jane, great video! I had completely forgotten that the process you described was available. I only seen it done many years ago and now I have a good use case to do that on a periodic bases. Also, thanks for the links, I get them to get started. I want to say that you have the gift of "teaching!" Such a great, simplistic, instructional video that is uncomplicated and easy to follow, even for a complete novice! Great Job and trust me when I say, what you do is helping people in ways they don't understand they need help in doing.
I like how you show to open the bleeder valve, like they do at the pro refill stations, and then close it up again when it starts to mist out. I have seen the short fat refill containers and could easily use them to empty out a full 20 pound can. Thanks for clear concise instructions.
Really interesting,I use the small ones alot for camping and burning weeds on my acreage. Thanks Leah
I just depress the schrader valve on a regular tank. Has worked perfectly for years.
You're awesome! Thanks for sharing all your valuable knowledge
Bought and brought a hose from Mexico to use directly from the gas grill tank to solder copper pipe and have an endless supply of gas. Learn to solder correctly and where to apply the heat to the copper pipe, using a wet small towel to wipe away access solder.
You are an Angel I love your way of teaching and your passion for work.
A while back I got one of these for my weed burner along with a gauge to tell me if my big tank is empty. It's great!
I have been refilling them but did not know about the bleeder valve.
That will make a huge difference.
Good vid. Thanks.
One missing step -- you could weigh the cylinder before and after.
My scale didn't register
Y'know, I've done that. The regular bottles weigh about 410 gm. empty. That's a good way to tell how full they are. Just subtract the empty weight.
@@markjames495 There may some difference in the tare weight between mfgs. The non-reusable for transport bottles I have weighed tared at 1.00 lb w/o cap and was consistent.
This is good information. I've been around the block, but I didn't know about that adapter. This is a great channel because it beginner friendly buy also legit high level information. And the presentation is very comfortable.
It is piss poor unsafe bad info, friend.
@@happycamper848 These don't work?
There is a much better adapter- it has an extention on it with it's own on/off valve. It works much better and is easier .
I've seen those, they've around $25
Cool new graphics. Thanks, Leah. I learned something new.
Love you so much, Leah
❤❤❤❤ congrats again on the million subscribers. I’ll have to look back in time to see when I first started watching you but it had to been on TH-cam first came out. I’ve learned so much from you. Thanks so much Leah St. Louis, Missouri your friend forever.
I need one of these adapters. What a money saver. Thank you! I can do this. LOL
Leah, this is a great Idea but,
You skipped an important PSA for this very handy way of saving money. It is critical to let everyone know:
DO NOT USE STANDARD PROPANE CYLINDERS
Standard "one and done" throw away cylinders are thin and the valves are cheap and chintzy. While the refillable cylinders are much thicker and have much more robust and reliable valves. There are a few videos on TH-cam that cover it, but this important safety measure should be included just in case the viewers don't know. I know a lot of people say you can refill the one and done cylinders but they haven't had one pop on them. It happened to my friend's son. It only takes one to blow to make for a bad day.
There is even one video that cut three different cylinders open to show the differences. He measured the thickness of the steel to highlight the quality differences. You could see the cheap steel valve and rust in the throw away while the other two were rust free and both had brass valves.
Great info, thanks for showing this.
I'm glad to see you using the actual tanks that are made for refilling.
There are videos on YT of people refilling the 1 pound tanks that are NOT meant for refilling.
Too often people mess with the safety release valve and they end up with leaks. Propane is heavier than air and it can sit in a low area waiting for a spark which will explode or start a fire.
You showed how to do it the right way, the safe and legal way.
Been doing this for a long time. With non refillable tanks. The trick to get a good full tank truly is temperature. Freeze the tank your filling and put your big tank in the sun while the small one is freezing. Big tank has better pressure and the freezing of the small one creates a vacuum in the tank. Costs 50 cents to fill verses an 8 to 9 dollar purchase that goes to the landfill. The colder the small tank the better the fill and it fills fast as heck that way.
You explain things so well. Thank you!
Will save a lot of money, thank you!
I'm looking forward to using this tool/technique for my camping gas!
Leah, in this time of corporate greed, you are looking out for the regular hard working American (and others) by cutting costs without cutting corners.
This adapter would pay for itself very quickly! Thank you!
Your videos are so incredibly helpful! The reason i came here is because my brother's toilet won't shut off, but I got distracted. Lol
Thank you!
The best teacher on TH-cam
Great video! specially about the safety tips. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
I just found your channel today and enjoyed the content but just as important, I thoroughly enjoyed your kind and pleasant personality. Other content providers could learn a few things from you regarding being pleasant, knowledgeable and friendly. Needless to say, I have gladly subscribed. Keep up your excellent work !!
Good idea. I haven't seen those refillable canisters here in the UK but I have seen campers online using an adapter to transfer gas, from a gas canister that was low in gas level, to one of a higher level.
Next time I am in the DIY store I'll keep a look out for them.
Thanks for uploading, great tip.
Honestly, You can use the regular canisters. You just can't get the full amount into them. Putting them into the freezer first will help. The temperature differential will help them to fill better. But it is perfectly safe to reuse regular cylinders. just check for leaks when You are done filling them.
@@markjames495: Sorry here comes the "actually...". 😄
First, no its not really " safe" to refill the common 1lb green (Coleman style) bottles (no idea about the ~2lb torch bottles), and that's why its illegal in the US to transport them on the highways after doing so. That said... I refill mine often as backup between running a #20 dry and getting it refilled. 😏
Second, the reason is it's too easy to over fill them and risk a rupture. The way to completely fill them is to use a small forceps to pull open the Schrader pressure valve to bleed off the gas once its mostly full making room for more liquid. Easy peasy.
@@jimg5669 I guess that's why I never had a problem or ever overfill them. I never mess with the valve. They will sometimes keep leaking if You do and I don't want to risk it. The only problem of course is the bottles only fill to about %60 and You have to keep changing them out and filling them when camping.
2:06 *️⃣Most important part of Video. Make sure using tanks rated for reuse. The green Coleman's are NOT. The valves can fail as well as the thin walled tanks. Be safe 💕👍
I'm always learning from you. Thanks.
Like always coming through with awesome content. Thank you
Thank you for another very helpful tutorial video! Didn't realize the smaller propane tanks come in refillable options.
You never cease to amaze. Thanks, Leah.
These refillable cylinders do come in a kit with a right angle fill valve that keeps the bottle upright and a shutoff lever. Much more convenient. I got mine from Lowes as I believe they were clearing them out. The bottle with my torch kit was depleted and I have more propane than what I know to do with. It was perfect.
Never heard of this or refillable containers! I bought a grass burning torch that came with a small/large tank adapter and I thought I'd just have to lug my big tank around everywhere instead of buying disposable small tanks. Thanks for this, now I'll have to look up the refillables.
I bought one of those adapters about 10 years ago. It wasn't really effective, but didn't know they made refillable bottles with the bleeder screw and didn't think about turning the 20 pound tank upside down. That's helpful.
Never heard of this. I figured when it's empty it's done. Thanks Leah.
Me too 😮
The cheaper $5 bottles are one and done. She is using special reusable bottles. You technically could refill the $5 bottles with that device but it is dangerous to do. They just aren't designed to be refilled. Spend the extra $15 or so and get the ones designed for it. You will still save tons of money in the long run and have the peace of mind that you aren't going to kill yourself... well, probably won't kill yourself...lol.
Not all of them are refillable. These have the refillable neck with blender screw.
Wow! I did not know about this! I just might invest in a set of these for my shop!
I’ve been thinking of buying one of these adapters on Amazon. Serendipity, me-thinks, Leah 😎😎👍🏼👍🏼
I have a tremendous fear of bears, putting air in tires....and propane. But...that looks easier than bears!! 🧸
Thanks, Leah...you've just eliminated one of my phobias 🥰
How bout a bear at a gas station, filling his tires with propane?
😮😊
I'm glad Jane is back. Should have a segment on this Old House. 👍
Kids, remember, no smoking 🚭 while refilling your propane tank..😊
The fact that this is a real warning and not a joke now a days is just really sad.
That depends on the kids . .
I was thinking the same thing.
Unless you gottem.
@@shadowphenix1991 I can remember the no smoking warnings 50 years ago.
There is more chance of a senior citizen blowing themselves up as the vast majority of youngsters don't smoke and they don't have the "I know better" & "That's health & safety gone mad" attitudes that many older people have.
OMG! You must have psychic skills, too! I was just going to look for this exact topic. Have been a follower for several yrs. & hadn’t seen a notification from you. I’ll send a note to YT. I really like your safety tips. Thank you for all the great videos! Can’t wait to see more.👍😊
Too bad that they don’t have MAPP gas cylinders fillers. I haven’t used propane for sweating joint for 20 years. Great advice for people that do use propane. Great job Leah! And I haven’t seen the ugly house reno in awhile. Where do I find those videos?
I upload new videos every week. I just did a kitchen reveal 2 weeks ago. I encourage you to ring the bell notification so you'll always be alerted.
@@seejanedrill Will do. You’re great Leah. And congrats on the 1 million subs!!!
Paint your cans yellow and then fill them just the same. Maybe it'll help it feel like MPS :)
An elbow style adapter will give your smaller propane tank a better chance at filling all the way up to 80% The bleeder valve will spit propane much sooner if its laying horizontal like that.
I agree
Good idea for those using lots of the convenient-sized propane bottles. As you mention more than once, the cylinders marked must be marked as refillable.
Brass wrenches to protect against sparks. If the tank can be grounded, even better.
Work in a very well ventilated/ open area. All wiring/ appliances in the filling area should meet at a min NEMA Class I Division II
Just a little FYI: The 1 lb. propane cylinders that you buy at Walmart & big box stores that are labelled Coleman and Ozark Trail & etc. DO NOT have a bleeder valve.
There IS a difference between those and the ones that are sold as REFILLABLE (and cost more).
1:01 Hi Leah, I don't know how often you read the comments but I wanted to give some solid advice as far as working on cars goes. I've been working on cars for a couple of decades and have found that 100% of the time when you bring out the blowtorch it is brake or wheel related. The applications could stretch anywhere from seized up brake pads to snapped caliper/ rim lugnuts. When I was recently trying to remedy one of these problems I was skeptical whether another other gas could solve a problem that propane couldn't and much to my surprise map gas has solved most of them. When working with mechanical issues the the #1 remedy should be map gas.
I always read the comments and I agree about mapp gas. In fact, I use Mapp gas 99% of the time.
I paused the video and bought an adaptor through your link. Thanks!
Ever build a house?
Worked on a framing crew?
Tore off and replaced a roof?
Well done!
I have been a fan for many years
Here in Canada those cylinders cost a fortune. They up to $10 per bottle. I have had one of those refill adapters for many years. I have been collecting the empty cylinders that are brand new at the campground. I use my torch a ton and with a refilled camp bottle I get more than a year out of my canister. I freeze the empty canister, and fill it until it stops hissing. Job done. I save so much money.
What a great video! I got one of those Big Buddy heaters that take propane. I also have a weed burner that uses propane. When I first used it I borrowed my daughter's 5 gal tank from her BBQ! It was so heavy I had to use a hand truck to haul it around. 😂
Have 2 of those in my camping gear always take a 15lb bottle then just refill the disposable ones. Can camp for like a month at a time on one tank
I can't believe I'm just discovering your channel. Just awesome!
Thank you Jane Drill. Your video was useful to me. May God Bless You.
Great vid Leah! Been told many times the camping tanks CANNOT be refilled. Now I know they were wrong. BUT....I have a question: why does the supply tank have to be turned upside down? Don't mean for that to be a dumb question. As always, appreciate your videos.
As Leah stated propane is in a liquid state when pressurized in the tank. It's more dense in liquid form so it's more effective to transfer the liquid to the smaller bottle than to transfer whatever would vaporize from the tank in an upright position. You COULD do it the other way but you'd get very little usage out of the tank before needing to refill it again.
@legacysage thank you. I did catch that but now that you say it, that makes perfect sense. Appreciate the response.
Thanks Leah. You are Awesome 😊
Great video. Don't forget those safety glasses for when the excess propane is escaping.
Good to see you again Leah, have been watching your videos for a long time. As always great to see you and hear your voice and look foward seeing more of your videos.
Thank you....I do upload every week
Brilliant Idea Jane, However in Scotland we don't have that technology. We are so behind with everything here. But just brill to watch your videos. ta ta.
I LOVE my Robo grips too lol Bought them YEARS ago! IDK why they discontinued them.
I've heard some horror stories about propane can tops dislodging and firing like rockets, so I'm always very leery about dealing with them. I guess that's why you stood off to the side when you removed the refilled bottle?
when checking for leaks, I use a small paint brush with soapy water, working it back and forth quickly creating a lather that covers the area and hangs on better. with it not running off so fast, it gives more time for a leak to show up. if that made sense.
Thanks so much. I love simple things that save me both time and money!
yea I have a couple of them and there very handy and save bunch of money don't see how the stores sell them little bottles for so much but the adaptors like that are kinda little hard to use and maybe dangerous if the bottle turns over and break off head the ones that have the long hose is safer .