Non-Swivel Propane Pigtail Hoses for RVs: Options and Swivel Repair Solutions
Halfway through getting quotes to fix my leaking propane pigtail hose, I'm staring at a $180 estimate and wondering if there's a cheaper non-swivel option or DIY repair trick. I need a 1/4" inverted flare pigtail, preferably with a 90-degree bend, but I'm dreaming of one WITHOUT those annoying swivel joints that seem determined to ruin my day.
I've been out here playing propane whisperer, lubing up the joint with WD-40 and sweet-talking it, but this thing just won't seal properly. Are there actually propane pigtails made without swivel joints, or am I chasing unicorns? And if I'm stuck with swivels, what's the secret sauce for fixing these leaky little troublemakers? My neighbors are probably getting tired of the smell of propane mixed with my colorful vocabulary! …more
I've been out here playing propane whisperer, lubing up the joint with WD-40 and sweet-talking it, but this thing just won't seal properly. Are there actually propane pigtails made without swivel joints, or am I chasing unicorns? And if I'm stuck with swivels, what's the secret sauce for fixing these leaky little troublemakers? My neighbors are probably getting tired of the smell of propane mixed with my colorful vocabulary! …more
