Camp Stoves: What is your favorite outdoor camp stove? -- I'm looking at stoves that will be compatible with the Oliver QuickConnect

[Zodd]

We use the campchef explorer and have really liked it. More to setup but still pretty easy and quick.  We like having the dedicated space for it and not needing to take up our table space. We have a cast iron griddle we can put on top of the burner when needed. 

[Tideline77]

On 4/16/2025 at 6:08 PM, Snackchaser said:

I hear you brother, we also searched in vain for a decent stove that would work off the low 2-3 LB pressure trailer gas connections.  No luck, so we decided to stick with our favorite Everest stove from Camp Chef that uses the more common 10 LBs pressure.  It's a really popular stove that can blast BTU's or be turned way down to a slow simmer.  

We converted our stove to use a 5 LB propane tank instead of the annoying 1 LB green gas bottles.  You can probably do the same modification to other stoves that use the common 10 LB regulator/green bottle system.

To be able to use a larger propane tank, you need an adaptor to fit a long hose to the 10 lb pressure regulator/green bottle support. . .  but that’s kind of janky.  There is a YouTube video that shows how to easily eliminate the awkward green bottle regulator, and convert the stove to a quick connect hose that’s way more convenient and better looking.

We bought a quality padded case for our 5 LB propane tank that it makes  it easy to carry and stow.  We also got a 5’ hose with adjustable regulator and parts for a quick disconnect.  We saved the stoves original regulator/green gas bottle holder as a backup, and bought a second one that can be taken apart to get the propitiatory stove connector piece that's needed for the quick disconnect as shown in the video.

In all honestly, we now prefer having a portable stove instead of being tethered to the trailers low pressure gas connections as we originally wanted.   We often put the stove on a picnic table or bring it to group cookouts.  Since the Oliver's awning can't be used in the rain, we carry a canopy that can go over picnic tables so we can now  cook and eat outside when its raining, which is does an awful lot around these parts.

If anyone wants to go this route, Iv’e linked the stove and padded tank, with all the parts needed to convert it to quick disconnect.

Cheers, Geoff

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https://youtu.be/QI3TZYfKDEU?si=pH_B9Z9l3SnksOdR

 

Hey Snack Chaser

thanks for all the links !

would you mind checking 5he link on the 90 degree quick connect to confirm that it is the correct fitting ?

thanks again

Edited Friday at 10:02 PM by Tideline77

[Snackchaser]

 

5 hours ago, Tideline77 said:

Hey Snack Chaser

thanks for all the links !

would you mind checking 5he link on the 90 degree quick connect to confirm that it is the correct fitting ?

thanks again

Yes it's the correct fitting, except that it's a low pressure fitting that has to be modified.  It has "coarse" threads that will not fit into the stove's "fine" threaded high pressure propane inlet.  So you need to buy the (linked) Regulator/Green Bottle Holder to scavenge the fine threaded part that threads into the stove.  That fine threaded part will replace the coarse threaded part on the 90 degree fitting.   The (linked) video demonstrates how to do it. 

Be sure to also buy the (linked) adjustable regulator (with hose) that will fit any standard size propane tank, including the 5 pound tank.   You can adjust the regulator to around 10 LBs pressure, or whatever provides a nice flame, you can also dial it down for a fire pit if wanted.  

There's been miss-information in this thread, so for the benefit of those who don't know, the Oliver's quick disconnect propane outlets are fed by the main low pressure regulator on the propane tanks.  This works for most BBQs, grills and fire pits.  Some of these appliances, such as BBQs, come with their own regulator which will have to be removed to use it with the already regulated Oliver gas outlets.  However, most cook stoves work on high pressure and they use different thread sizes to prevent mix-ups.  The typical regulator/green bottle holder is usually stamped "10"  to denote that it's 10 PSI.  

Cheers, Geoff

[Boudicca908]

15 hours ago, Tideline77 said:

would you mind checking 5he link on the 90 degree quick connect to confirm that it is the correct fitting ?

When I was addressing this issue of connections for griddle and grilles, the forum offered me the link to this wonderful company called PROPANE GEAR, and so I pass it on to you. With this company, I was able to obtain the correct hardware to use a grille, as well as my Blackstone 17 inch griddle, connecting to propane tanks. 

They provide great service, and my orders were received in a timely fashion. 

https://propanegear.com/

 

[Tideline77]

On 4/18/2025 at 10:32 PM, Snackchaser said:

 

Yes it's the correct fitting, except that it's a low pressure fitting that has to be modified.  It has "coarse" threads that will not fit into the stove's "fine" threaded high pressure propane inlet.  So you need to buy the (linked) Regulator/Green Bottle Holder to scavenge the fine threaded part that threads into the stove.  That fine threaded part will replace the coarse threaded part on the 90 degree fitting.   The (linked) video demonstrates how to do it. 

Be sure to also buy the (linked) adjustable regulator (with hose) that will fit any standard size propane tank, including the 5 pound tank.   You can adjust the regulator to around 10 LBs pressure, or whatever provides a nice flame, you can also dial it down for a fire pit if wanted.  

There's been miss-information in this thread, so for the benefit of those who don't know, the Oliver's quick disconnect propane outlets are fed by the main low pressure regulator on the propane tanks.  This works for most BBQs, grills and fire pits.  Some of these appliances, such as BBQs, come with their own regulator which will have to be removed to use it with the already regulated Oliver gas outlets.  However, most cook stoves work on high pressure and they use different thread sizes to prevent mix-ups.  The typical regulator/green bottle holder is usually stamped "10"  to denote that it's 10 PSI.  

Cheers, Geoff

Hey @snackchaser

i got my extra 1 lb tank stem and the assortment of fittings……..I robbed the fitting off of the extra 1 lb tank stem

 

my issue is 

I ordered a 5lb tank from Costco and it has the gauge on the tank

Only thing I am Missing is a 5’ hose

and. I don’t know which one to get  because the new tank has the gauge already on it 

 

 

the Everest says it is designed for 17 lb 

 

Almost cooking 🫣

[Snackchaser]

3 hours ago, Tideline77 said:

Only thing I am Missing is a 5’ hose and. I don’t know which one to get  because the new tank has the gauge already on it the Everest says it is designed for 17 lb 

Almost cooking 🫣

I went back to my earlier post to check what parts I listed.  Oops, I listed the stem piece twice and missed the hose with adjustable regulator:

https://a.co/d/dW8QaTY

The gage on your Costco tank is for the tank level, the gage on the hose/regulator is for pressure adjustment.  Happy cooking!

[jd1923]

On 4/18/2025 at 8:32 PM, Snackchaser said:

There's been miss-information in this thread, so for the benefit of those who don't know, the Oliver's quick disconnect propane outlets are fed by the main low pressure regulator on the propane tanks.  This works for most BBQs, grills and fire pits.  Some of these appliances, such as BBQs, come with their own regulator which will have to be removed to use it with the already regulated Oliver gas outlets.  However, most cook stoves work on high pressure and they use different thread sizes to prevent mix-ups.  The typical regulator/green bottle holder is usually stamped "10"  to denote that it's 10 PSI.

Well you learn something everyday! Thanks Geoff, for the clarification!

So, now if I understand this correctly, the standard regulator, as installed in the Oliver or the grill we have on our deck, runs at 10 PSI. High-pressure regulators, seem most are adjustable, run up to 30 PSI (using fine-thread connections). It appears you need high pressure to operate a burner effectively when outdoors in the elements. Do I have this right?

The thing I'm not liking is carrying an extra LP tank, storing it and extra hoses, lugging it it in and out of the truck, even if it is a smaller 5# tank. Also, how long could 5# of LP possibly feed a high-pressure 2-burner cooktop? Then when you go to fill LP you have to bring out the little tank again and ask the attendant to partially fill 2-3 tanks. Seems like a chronic hassle, especially if you cook with the burned regularly.

Could a Tee-fitting be installed off your secondary on-board LP tank, connect it to a 0-30 PSI regulator (adjustable through the doghouse hatch) and run a line to a second quick disconnect side-by-side to the OTT installed connection? There are different styles of quick connects that could be used, so not to mix up the low/high pressure connections which would otherwise be dangerous.

It may be a bit of work, but for a few hours in installation effort and for about the same $$ in parts, it makes sense to use the onboard 60# of LP and once and for all eliminate the ongoing hassles cited above.

Just a thought, though I may add a burner one day! Would help in fair weather camping when we don't have a fore. Maybe a big single like this beast:
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Edited yesterday at 06:57 AM by jd1923

[Ronbrink]

7 hours ago, jd1923 said:

The thing I'm not liking is carrying an extra LP tank, storing it and extra hoses, lugging it it in and out of the truck, even if it is a smaller 5# tank. Also, how long could 5# of LP possibly feed a high-pressure 2-burner cooktop? Then when you go to fill LP you have to bring out the little tank again and ask the attendant to partially fill 2-3 tanks. Seems like a chronic hassle, especially if you cook with the burned regularly.

I simply isolate one of the onboard propane tanks and connect an extension hose directly to it for use of my outdoor fire pit; primarily the street side tank accessible via the screw port whereby the entire cover doesn’t require removal.

Edited yesterday at 01:27 PM by Ronbrink

[jd1923]

3 hours ago, Ronbrink said:

I simply isolate one of the onboard propane tanks and connect an extension hose directly to it for use of my outdoor fire pit; primarily the street side tank accessible via the screw port whereby the entire cover doesn’t require removal.

Ron, when I zoom into your picture it appears you do not have the OTT optional quick connect for LP. If you did, or installed one with a T-fitting, all you would need is to remove the regulator at the end of the hose (pictured) to your fire ring and replace it with a 1/4" male quick connection. We have a similar fire ring and they are low pressure. We have the optional connection, so I have modified our fire ring and Weber Grill, adding a Y-hose, we easily connect both when needed.

[Ronbrink]

1 hour ago, jd1923 said:

If you did, or installed one with a T-fitting,

I did install one up front under the cover with a hose that reaches outside via the screw port and one at the rear, as well, inside the bumper at the usual position. As for my particular fire pit arrangement, it was best to not alter the hose/regulator assembly due to inherent issues. Also, I like being able to use the fire pit away from my camp on a spare tank with group gatherings and thus, another reason for keeping the stock hose. 

10’ propane supply hose coiled atop tank for convenient use, as necessary, and tapped into OTTs regulated line:

 

Edited yesterday at 05:56 PM by Ronbrink

[jd1923]

2 hours ago, Ronbrink said:

Also, I like being able to use the fire pit away from my camp on a spare tank with group gatherings and thus, another reason for keeping the stock hose.

With our previous RV we kept loading the fire ring and LP tank when camping and when we got home we carried up to our deck (son Adam always did that task for me).

After our first Oliver camping trip, having our fire ring in the front generator basket, I decided to leave it there, replace the regulator with a new line to the quick connect. We bought a second fire ring for the deck and left the extra tank up there.

I also upgraded the lava rock. I can't stand the cheap/light stuff they include. These are heavier, but all I do is move it a few feet down and plug it in. They conduct the heat and make the fire ring warmer, always on the low fuel setting, and they look far better.
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