GL: How much Propane

[D C *Mac* Macdonald]

Two 20# tanks would last quite awhile in
the service you are proposing.  I assume
that you will also have an inverter aboard
that would be capable of supporting a
microwave oven, which would be highly
desirable.  Many recommend usage of
pressure cookers to reduce power (gas
or electricity) demands.

I assume you are planning to use the
standard 120 Volt AC water heater.  You
may wish to consider setting it up to use
engine heat as well as shore/generator
electric power.

Just some basic comments, as your results
may vary (YRMV).

D C "Mac" Macdonald
m/v Another Adventure
Grand Lake - Oklahoma
USPS, AGLCA (#217)



----Original Message Follows----
From: "Scott Coles" <scott.coles@comcast.net>
To: <great-loop@lists.samurai.com>
Subject: GL: How much Propane
Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2006 19:05:55 -0500

Hello all,

I am in the process of fitting the boat with some
extra propane tankage and am wondering how
much I might need for the trip.  I know that this
depends on how much we use and how available
re-fills are, so here goes...

Two people.
We will be gone for a year.
We have a propane stove w/ oven. (refer is electric)
Will also hook up a BBQ grill.
We will cook on board approx. 70% of the meals.

I am planning on installing standard 20# tank(s) in
adition to the 5# tank that came from the factory.
Should I add 1 or 2?

Thanks
Scott Coles
MASCOT   Mainship 390