Can You Refill Your ASME On-Board LP Tank With An Auxiliary LP Tank
Updated 12/15/2025 | Published 11/03/2024
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Question:
When on a road trip in my RV, it is often not a propane service station available. If I can do my own fill from a portable tank it might work. I dont have the valves and piping to use other adapter fittings that other RVs have. Vehicle: Airstream Interstate Van I want to refill my RV propane tank via the filler valve from my 20 lb. high-pressure BBQ tank. There must be a compatible fitting for this. I also have a propane bottler refill adapter that might work. See images for a better description.
asked by: Herman T
Expert Reply:
Hi Herman,
In order to refill your onboard tank you would need an ASME fitting which isn't something that we offer. If you can see the regulator then we can look into a tee like the # 103537-MBS which would allow you to connect auxiliary tanks to the motorhome's propane system and fuel any LP appliances. You would still need to go to a qualified LP distributor to refill the ASME tank. You have to take training, pass a written test and pay for a Propane Dispenser License before you can fill propane tanks so this work around is really the only reasonable option.
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Chris R.
12/15/2025
Hey Herman, how did things go with the tee fitting option for your Airstream Interstate’s propane setup? Your results could really help others looking for a safe way to connect auxiliary tanks on the road.