What's this valve called and where can I find one?

[cockeyedMFer]

Bought an old propane Towmotor today and got it running. I've used propane powered equipment years ago but haven't worked on any.

This one has some sort of blowoff valve T'd into the tank connection. Its leaking pretty bad and doesn't appear serviceable.

It this a common part and what's the proper name if I search for it? Or can I remove it since the tank already has a pressure relief valve?

 

[cockeyedMFer]

Looks like I found one...the term "pressure relief valve" came to mind as I was typing. Oddly its listed on WalMart.com

Western Enterprises Brass Safety Relief Valves - we wmv-4-22 relief valve: Tools : Walmart.com

Another source says they're only used with old-style tanks...so I'm confused it its necessary if I'm running a newer aluminum cylinder.

 

[JasG]

Looks like I found one...the term "pressure relief valve" came to mind as I was typing. Oddly its listed on WalMart.com

Western Enterprises Brass Safety Relief Valves - we wmv-4-22 relief valve: Tools : Walmart.com

Another source says they're only used with old-style tanks...so I'm confused it its necessary if I'm running a newer aluminum cylinder.

As long as the newer tanks have a relief valve you should be all set without it.

I do believe the tanks need to be put on a certain way also, so the valve is towards the top.

 

[LD1]

I do believe the tanks need to be put on a certain way also, so the valve is towards the top.

Thats correct. That way if it opens, it will vent vapor, NOT liquid:thumbsup: If storing tanks in vertical position, it dont matter