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Luca Brasi
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Do you ever have a problem removing and replacing the cylinder valve?
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Hi @JimBlay
Have you used these in checked bags and know that the TSA will unscrew the plug for inspection? I would be confident that they would work for carry on. I like the plugs.
Clearly, TSA will not unscrew a valve assembly to inspect the cylinder, even if it loose. I have had several experiences with TSA that have demonstrated their inability or unwillingness to be flexible. I would be somewhat fearful that the nice, screw in plug, would exceed their bounds. As it says on the bottom of the TSA information I posted, "The final decision rests with the TSA officer on whether an item is allowed through the checkpoint"I have not. Great question though! I’ve never flown with a cylinder but always use these to protect my tank if it won’t have a valve.
Clearly, TSA will not unscrew a valve assembly to inspect the cylinder, even if it loose. I have had several experiences with TSA that have demonstrated their inability or unwillingness to be flexible. I would be somewhat fearful that the nice, screw in plug, would exceed their bounds. As it says on the bottom of the TSA information I posted, "The final decision rests with the TSA officer on whether an item is allowed through the checkpoint"
Has anyone used one of these screw in plugs for either a checked or carry on cylinder?
Removing the valve with pressure in the tank will ruin the threads and potentially kill you.
Drain first, had to be said...
If you give it a good rap to loosen it and once you find it, it will be much easier to unscrew.Wait, what?? You're supposed to drain the tank before removing the valve?!
No wonder I always have so much trouble getting the freaking think off of there.
Do you ever have a problem removing and replacing the cylinder valve?
Wait, what?? You're supposed to drain the tank before removing the valve?!
No wonder I always have so much trouble getting the freaking think off of there.