How my Propane Tank almost killed me in an explosion, the most stressful day of life…
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Id be happy to travel with you also. But i do have an apartment. I think I replied in the wrong place in comments. Im also fine and pretty open with visitors or roommates or a partner. I wasnt sure how to contact you. Email is good or i could do stuff like snapchat or whatsapp etc. but anything u might need help with or wanna talk im here.
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Ethan, I'd also spend a few bucks and have then install isolation valves so that you can isolate each tank from the common manifold. That way, if one tank malfunctions you can just shut the isolation valve, pull out the problem tank and then use the good tank.
"install isolation valves so that you can isolate each tank from the common manifold." I think this is a great idea.
I agree on that too. If I recalled my parents campoer had that. so don't have to depend on two tanks.
I was thinking the same thing when I watched the video. This is a MUST have
you did the right thing.... you should not travel alone and get a satellite phone for emergencies.... stay safe love your videos and glad your still here
Lots of people travel alone, but having a phone is a must.
I agree you need a satellite phone or a Iphone that can send an emergency signal to a satellite for emergencies. A leak you have should be reason to call emergency help to stop the leak.
Ethan, I'd get a snakebite kit with anti-venom too. 🫵🏻
A less expensive option would be a Spot Messenger satellite panic button, or similar device. It can send pre-programmed emergency messages or short texts along with your precise location, and their international rescue coordination center will contact the appropriate agency for help. Messages can also be sent to family and friends, and it can be programmed to drop digital "breadcrumbs" on an internet-accessible map (a good reason to keep it in a pocket, not your glove box!)
What he can do if he's alone? Most times I also went alone for my holidays.
Ethan, glad you're ok. I love how you're not afraid to be genuine
I’m definitely embarrassed by the crying bit but I want to be authentic with you guys
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Ethan, it's likely venting head pressure from an over filled tank or the valve may be worn, It can be scary but don't panic, stay calm, vent the camper, remove the tank, put it some distance away and let it vent, glad your okay, stay safe.
I agree.
This happened to me on my onboard tank I got it filled it it was leaking from the pressure release valve just a little till it released enough pressure then it stopped.
Your creativity and resourcefulness are beyond amazing! By the way, you could have avoided any static electricity by taking off all of your clothes just long enough to get the things you needed out of your camper and then getting dressed again. I'm sure you would have gotten about 100,000 likes for that! 🤣
I was thinking the same thing 😂
Don’t know if TH-cam would’ve appreciated that lol
@@ethantravels Ethan, TH-cam wouldn't care if you were just in boxers, and there's always the judicial use of angling the camera just right...or just not filming that part. (or just save that video clip for the only fans, lol). It's all good, and you did the right thing. Annoying, but you got through it. Perhaps it's time to get a new tank? that might be a better option, since the tank you have is so old...
Ethan, if this happens again, wrap a wet rag around the shut off valve and turn the valve off and remove the hose from the tank and remove the tank from the camper. The wet rag will keep the gas from igniting. I would check into replacing the 2 old tanks to new tanks. The hose connection may need to be replaced to fit the new tanks. Love your videos. Stay safe.
I happy you're OK. Take a leaking propane tank out if that's easy to do, then let it vent out at a save distance. Stay save!
I’m a firefighter over 25 years in the job , you did the right thing , your clever and resourceful , give your self credit, glad your ok , I think you could handle any situation that presents its self to you , much respect Ethan , stay safe
Ethan you never cease to amaze us with your video reporting. The protocol you followed was spot on, never apologise for crying when circumstances happen, it happens to us all, even those in military. Great news to see you both safe and well. All the best for the next journey👍
Seems to me like you did everything you could right, without putting yourself in even more danger. Quite the adventure. Hopefully it won't take 2 weeks! If you can, it's def time to invest in newer tanks. Stay safe out there
You're stronger than you know. Follow youre instincts. God bless!
Found your channel only recently. So glad you and Peaches survived that harrowing ordeal. You have a good head on your shoulders. Sending you a long distance fatherly hug.
Ethan, you are a precious gem. I don't want anything bad to happen to you at all. Experiences are important, they are how we learn. Just take your time with your projects and really think them through like you've been doing. My suggestion, while along on your travels, is to routinely get checkups on the camper when you can. Also look for deals on camping supplies as you go. Be safe and careful. Godspeed
Your camper looks so cozy! Ethan, you are so resourceful, mature beyond your years, besides being witty, funny, smart and incredibly good-looking! I have only recently started watching your videos, and feel like we have been friends for several years. I hope someday to met you. You really need to write a book someday with all of your travels and situation remedies. Your parents must be extremely proud of you! Please stay safe!
Next time, if you’re paranoid about static electricity, you should be more worried about the batteries on all of those electronics causing a spark. Open the windows, and ventilate. Also, the lights on the truck will cause a spark when you open and close the door. And the metal on metal contract in the latches. You sort of psyched yourself out too much and not enough at the same time.
This is accurate. Electronics can easily exceed thresholds of ignition produced by static electricity.
It's a reason cellphones shouldn't be on/in use, during vehicle refueling proceedure!?!
@@DonaldDucksRevenge Electrical engineer here - a device can only cause ignition if it creates a spark, even a small one. Don't remove or install batteries in an explosive environment, and don't run motors (many spark internally).
The prohibition on cell phones while fueling only applies to phones with removable batteries - think flip phones. Smart phones are pretty much air and water tight, and produce no sparks internally or externally. They're really not a danger. If you have a flip phone though, best to leave it in the car. Dropping it could cause a small spark as the battery disengages, and if gasoline fumes are dense enough, kaboom!
Glad you’re safe and sound, looking forward to your next exciting adventure.
I'm so sorry you had to go through that nightmare, but I admire your resourcefulness. I'm glad you are okay. I enjoy watching your videos. You always make me laugh.
Gosh, learning so much about the challenges of camper life! Glad you and Peaches are safe.
In case of emergencies, always pack a companion to give you a hug when you need one.
You are so intelligent and solve problems quickly! So glad you figured out what to do. Don’t ever apologize for crying. It’s the body’s way of releasing tension. Bravo! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️
First, this Thanksgiving day I am thankful you are okay! You are so resourceful, I may have removed the tank to get it out of the camper, but that could have been dangerous too. I think anyone from a gas company would advise what you did, get out and stay out until the problem is fixed, in your case the gas tank emptied and the gas dissipated. Good job.
Amazing a small piece of metal like that could derail your travels so severely. I hope it all worked out... we're rooting for you Ethan!
Go Ethan! Glad you made it through that safely. Thank you for sharing your vulnerability and adventures. Best to you!!
glad you're safe and everything worked out. hopefully the tanks can be fixed and installed before two weeks. stay positive!
OMG Ethan. I'm so glad all worked out for you. Listening to you I kept thinking unscrew the connection and set the tank outside away from camper. Anyway so glad you are okay.
I’m glad that you prioritized your safety and at every step took the safest option available to you to solve your problem. That’s great!
I was so worried for you and I'm sorry that you are going from one problem to another lately. I hope things improve for you from now on. I really enjoy your content and I really admire you as a person. Hugs.😀
I'm so happy you're ok. Please be safe and happy holidays to you!
Ethan you go through lots of adventures on your own. To travel the world, be by yourself in the West.. you’re a very brave guy. Thanks for showing us what you go through. Luv you.
Glad you are safe, the only thing I would suggest is try to get new tanks that will fit in your compartment and also upgrade the fittings if you can. Stay safe Ethan and keep making good content ❤
That's what I was thinking, must be a way to get the propane working for now, even temporarily.
Glad you are ok. Please be safe! I would probably done the same thing.
What a scary situation! You handled it perfectly!
I'm so glad that you are ok Ethan.
I had an older RV and had my propane tanks recertified at a propane supply store. It has to be done every 5 or 10 years the tank should be stamped on the shield around the on/off valve with a date stamp. Glad you are safe and can get by for 2 weeks. Good Luck!!!
Awww Ethan I almost cried when I saw you that upset. Please take care x
Glad you're Ok! was a bit worried about Peaches at the beginning but could see her happy in the background! Happy Thanksgiving Stay safe x
I think what you did was quite smart. OMG, what an awful experience, I was actually nervous watching. So glad it worked out, sorry you had to wait 2 weeks. I only found your videos a couple of months ago, and I thought I had seen them all. But then I found this one. I love your posts. You are very entertaining. Great sense of humor. Beautiful shots. Love your dogs. Thanks for all of your hard work in putting out such great work.
Ethan, you said to text with telegram.Sorry, but have no idea what that is. Saw a video on it which I didn’t quite understand. Anyway, once again I’ve been very much enjoying your videos. Your work is top notch. Thanks so much for working so hard to produce it. Bill
Great job. I'm glad you're safe ❤😊
You're a wise man, I think you did the right thing. At least you're still alive! Best on you!
Your safe and not injured. Thats the most important part of all this adventure.
I think you did the right thing in the circumstances 👍. I’m just glad you are ok, stay safe, cheers Richard
Wow, that sounds so intense! I can't believe you had to go through all of that. It's amazing how you managed to stay calm and think on your feet. Sleeping in the truck was a smart move. And now two weeks without propane, that's a real challenge. Your makeshift stove from Walmart is creative, though. Hang in there, and thanks for sharing your adventure!
I'm happy you didn't get blown up. I've heard of people's houses getting blown up due to a propane tank explosion. Personally, I think I'd be completely paranoid about living in the camper with a propane tank following this. When the tanks, lines, and connectors are in good condition, they must be safe, otherwise no one would be using propane. I wish you the best, and have a Happy Thanksgiving today.
Very happy you are safe. I used to love living in my motor home. I was also extremely leary of fires, with all the gas and propane stored underneath it. Also have to be cautious with some older camper refrigerators have electric and a gas operated that uses a pilot flame. The light switch on the truck door can also cause a spark. Yeah they wont fix older tanks or any tank that has significant rust on it. Camper life was always a fun adventure, kinda miss it. Thanks for all your vids, your time and efforts. Keep safe and happy holiday season!
Love these videos man... Keep safe and keep traveling bro
Safe Journey!
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Happy Thanksgiving, Ethan and Peaches!
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Ethan I am just glad that you and Peaches are safe. Hugs.
So glad you are OK, I love your journeys and your cute too
Glad that you’re safe. That was definitely a scary moment! You should look into a satellite phone or some kind of emergency satellite communication (new iPhones have this capability where to can text emergency responders and they get your coordinates). Again, glad that you’re safe.
Happy Thanksgiving, Ethan! I don’t have any experience with propane tanks, but I’m glad you are safe. Be careful
Glad your ok. Its ok to show real emotion in times like that.
Be Careful Out There And Be Safe. I’m Happy Nothing Bad Happen To You. 👍
Happy Thanksgiving Ethan🦃🦃🦃🦃🦃👍❤️And Family. Many Blessings.
WOW That was a very scary situation, I'm glad you're safe👍🙂
Sending Love to you, Ethan! I am so glad that you are safe!
I don't know much about propane but I think you handled it perfectly given the situation. Glad your ok
I loved your camper and truck tour. I used to travel with my Husky, Zhivago a lot and he loved to ride in the camper but other times he just wanted to sit up front with me. I found a product, I think at Walmart; it's a blow up doughnut that fits between the back of the truck and the front of the camper so the dog can have free run or just hang his head over inside the cab to watch the road ahead. I didn't have to do anything with the windows because the camper and the truck both had sliding windows. I even used it to crawl from the cab to the camper without going outside.
Glad you’re ok that is scary when you are dealing propane love your videos
I think you did fine in a very tough situation. I'm glad you're Ok. Traveling alone can be hard at times
Ethan, I don't know much about gas, but one thing I can say is that you got your priorities right. Number One was yours's and Peaches' personal safety. You got 10 out of 10 for that. Well done!
Oh my soul - what a stressful vlog. I am so glad you survived though. I hope you can learn all the ins and outs of propane tanks for the future so you don't have this happen again or know how to deal with it better. But I was really stomach turned over your ordeal; I would have been very stressed in that same situation too.
There are some places that will exchange the tank. Most places like Homedepot and Lowe's will. But your tank is an odd shape and probably old connectors. When you stop for refills or stop at campgrounds start asking if they know where you can get a new tank or update the tanks. Might be as simple as adding and adaptor for a new tank.
You just learned a hard lesson. When it comes to flammable never put it off tile the next day. It bothered me when you said you hade blow back when it lights the hot water heater.. I am glad your ok still hugs and remember flammable never put it off
Just found your channel and subscribed. Love your content Ethan, so glad you are ok and you handled the situation perfectly. Happy Holidays and safe travels 👍🏻
Hi Ethan, I appreciate it was a little bit scary. Hope your feeling okay 🙂 I would definitely get some new fittings and pipes for the gas appliances. Well done and keep up the good work! ❤
Glad to see you're okay. The only other thing I would have done would have been to get on social media to get in contact with the local fire department and/or get in contact with propane gas experts. I've also used social media in the past to have someone make a call when my phone was out.
Glad you are ok Ethan…!!
I was very impressed you thought about not causing friction for static discharge.
Propane has no smell by itself, so they 'odorize' it, thus that awful smell!!! SO GLAD you are OK! You're a little sweetheart and even as independent as you are, sometimes you do need help. Even the best of us go through 'bumps'! Stay alert and safe!! Aloha ~ ~ ~
I swear you continue to get better looking every day Ethan. Love you channel.
I think you did well under the circumstances. It’s good you have the alarm to alert you. I think I would replace the tanks if possible.
Why do you have to keep the same propane tank? Doesn't you change tanks in the USA when you buy new propane? Like, you give the old one, and they give you a refilled, retested one?
You have the option to refill or exchange. When you exchange you usually get less propane than if you refill. Usually refilling is the better option but not everywhere refills propane tanks.
Ethan I just woke up and the the first thing I witnessed was you in crisis 😢. I’m so happy you are all right! I wish you had someone with you not that it would have been much help in the middle of nowhere. Stay safe!!!!
This is common & happens. Buy new tank(s), its cheaper than repairing & recertifying old tanks.
That's an over pressure relief valve. The tank has warmed up & it's over pressure now. Propane is heavier than air so leave the cabinet & the camper door open to outside & excess propane will dissipate out & there won't be any danger. Remove the tank from the cabinet & let it gas off.
Once the propane has aired out of the camper, switch your hose to the new tank that's bleeding out gas & use it for a while to relieve the excess pressure off it.
Enjoy the learning experience. 😊
Glad you’re ok 🤗🤗🤗
I think you handled the situation very well. The cotton balls and hand sanitizer idea was very resourceful. I'm glad everything turned out okay. It could have been a very different ending.
Hope your ok now, take care and I love your videos.🙏❤
I truly admire your resourcefulness, resilience, and ability to adapt. Keep on, moving on... Don't forget to stop and take time to admire the beauty that surrounds you, our world is awesome Hug the pup, most importantly! The bumps, though challenging, become meaningless and your memories will always be priceless. Enjoy your life and stay well!
Whooo that was dangerous !!! I would have the same what you did and turn the valve more open so that the Propane good blowing away much faster.
Now 2 weeks waiting for the repair but then you are good to go ! Happy that you and Peaches are save !!!!
You are incredibly brave-and I mean that. And I can’t believe how creative and plain smart you are.
It is very sweet you raised money for the fight against cancer, and I am glad you are healing.
I'm glad you're safe and thank you for sharing. Being aloine and frightened is not easy to share. The only extra thing I would have done (which you may have done but didn't show). was to open the windows to let the breeze blow though the camper to ease any gas buildup. You mentioned that the gas bottles and fittings are old - would it not be cheaper and safer in the long run to replace them rather than repair them? At least you now have another cooking option which you can use indoors or outdoors. We have one of those for blackouts and they are very efficient. Good wishes.
Ethan you have guts. I have no idea if I would have been able to think clearly. Stay safe. This world is a lot more interesting with you in it than it would be without you.
I think you handled that situation very well. At least you were aware of the static discharges. When entering the camper, I would have grounded myself to the camper metal outside and if possible, would have reached inside for any metal that was grounded to the camper metal such as window frames before letting go of the door metal. As long as you are continuously grounded to the camper, you shouldn't generate any sparks. You could also grab an extension cord and strip each end of one of the conductors inside it and ground one end to the camper metal and wrap the other end around your wrist to prevent sparks. Safe travels Ethan!
So glad you are still alive…..❤
So glad you are safe and sound
My final suggestion....come to South FL. It is currently 76 feels like 83. You probably would never need to use your heat down here....we get maybe 3 or 4 days a year that are very cold and that's usually Jan or Feb...and i am a native Floridian, never lived in cold
I might be silly, but could you install a rack on the outside of your camper, for the propane tanks. Have a secure adapter on the outside that goes to the inside, with a quick release. This would alleviate the gas inside your camper. I love your show and wish I could meet you. You're really cute.
You need to instill a valve so you can separate each tank and use together or separately.
Glad to see you're OK there Eathen
Ethen
EVERY person that owns a camper experiences that very same issue with propane...
If it's not a line leak it's a valve leak. Replace any old tanks don't mess with old or rusty tanks.
And check your lines with a soap and water mix spray bottle fir any babbling ( leaks) .
I have all my tanks mounted outside my rig just for that reason you just experienced.
Now you know what it is..!
Don't be afraid of it..
You KNOW what to do and hoe to do it. Be confident..and you will be safe.
I'm proud of you for not loosing your cool and doing something stupid. You got this buddy.
See you in the next video.
Stay AWESOME...
ETHAN !! I worked as a gas installer, repariman, etc. Propane tanks MUST be replaced every ten years. Also, over filling is a real issue, especially if yuo're where there are fluctuations in temperature.
Propane is twice as heavy as air, it basically flows down and can also pool like water. If you ever have a leak inside, OPEN THE DOOR TO LET IT DRAIN OUT. Outside, also let it drain out.
As for volitility, gasoline is much more dangerous, it has a wide ignition range (air to gas mixture) and one cup vaporized in a contained space has the explosive power of a stick of dynamite. Propane has a narrow ignition range. As for your "tank drama" I'm sorry you went through all this to find out your tanks were rotten. New tanks will fix the problem, so replace both of them. "Side" tanks are more expensive, and harder to find, but available.
Bottom line, your system worked, your truck didn't explode, all is well. Thank God, you'll be thankful for the learning, all is well.
As for the shower, don't be afraid to give folks a show, don't worry about the curtain, you have nothing to be ashamed of, the human body is a beautiful thing, created by God. You're fine.
You're smart and resourceful Ethan. I probably would of just removed it from the camper and put the tank in the desert...Cut the hose or whatever I had to do to remove it. Thanks for posting on Thanksgiving! Happy Thanksgiving!
Ethan, I am very glad you are ok. I am happy you can have your propane tank fixed. Please be safe and think of getting a satellite phone. Thank you for all your videos. Happy Thanksgiving
It is tough for me tell you what I would have done. You are so good at this! If my camper had a propane leak, I would have the luxury of emptying the tank quickly and switching to my second that works independently. Peace Ethan!
Oh my God I am so glad you are ok God was looking over you my friend Thank God it’s good you are ok you can replace your camper and truck your life is more important !!!!!❤❤Love to you !
I am so glad you are ok.
Glad you're safe and I think you did the right thing. Very scary situation! I also agree with the other commentators that you need a sat phone or even Star Link internet so you at least have some capacity to get help if needed.