Hi
I have read through many of the posts regarding the Talisman Tilley Model Number GC.500 but I am unable to find out the answers I need: I would therefore be very grateful for any help.
I have purchased from eBay a Talisman Tilley – I believe from the date on the hose it’s a 1979 model assuming that the hose has not been replaced.
(This incidentally dates from about the time I used to regularly camp and I am sure this is a very similar item to what we used if not the exact same model, but as I was only 9 years old I unfortunately I didn’t pay too much attention.. but knowing my parents a lot of research would have been done in particular by my Mother regarding health and safety, which was one of the reasons I purchased it on recognising the name.)
I need to replace the hose as it shows considerable wear thus my questions start:
1. Can the hose be easily removed and replaced or if not easily is it at least possible?
2. Can I easily purchase a hose and exactly what do I need I guess it’s some sort of high pressure hose but what do I need to ask for?
3. I understand that they were designed not to need a regulator but just to connect directly into the cylinder which I understand is (butane) Camping gaz- Is this still possible and importantly is it safe? – I have the required connection (well at least the existing hose has some sort of connection I am assuming this is what it is) although I do not have the gaz but I assume this is widely available.
4. Alternatively can I replace the hose and use a regular regulator?
If this is the case can I have an idiot guide as to what to buy and how to fit it. – I am not too concerned about converting it to other than camping gaz unless it’s safe and easy to do
Thank you in anticipation for your help, this is my first post
I am after 22 years of not going camping, about to introduce my family to their first camping experience in June
Claire
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Topic: Tilley Talisman, hose connection & safety
