Guys, I am looking for a little help here. Ever since we got the RV in 2020, the stove top flames has been very small. Well, today I found out why. This is a pic of the hose in the cabinet next to the range, and it shows a kink in it. This is a very hard plastic type of pipe and I cannot squeeze the kink out. What do I have to do? Is there a way to repair, or do I have run a whole new line?
Thanks!
//KMac
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So, I may be stating the obvious here but, first it should be said that you are dealing with Propane here, so remember that safety is paramount.
I would try to keep the repair as simple as I can. Your issue looks like it is kinked due to a simple routing issue. Can the hose be removed from the stove or a connection point and be rotated to remove the tight bend?
If the kinked hose won't relax on its own after rerouting, you might need to take a measurement and head to your local hose shop and have them make you a new hose of the proper length with the proper fittings and make sure the hose is rated for propane in an RV application.
Be sure to check for leaks after any work is completed.
Might consider calling in a professional plumber for this one if you are not fully comfortable.
After a second closer look, the hose could have also been pinched by something at some point. There is a very odd ridge at the top of the kinked radius. Hose replacement would be the safest option.
