Something ate my LP gas hose

[TG10894]

Smelled gas today near trailer and found a hose chewed through. (Mouse, Rat, or Squirrel)
Lesson learned today - Don't leave bottle stops open if not in use. I usually leave one closed, and one open while in use. Used the RV frig on the way home and forgot to isolate gas once I shut the trailer down.

I am now looking for idea on how to "rodent proof" the hose. I have seen a few idea but open to input if any one has a cheap effective method.

[sourdough]

Short of putting something like split loom tubing over them I'm not sure on that part - I've never had that issue. The bigger concern is if they are there eating that LP line what ELSE are they doing to your trailer? I would be getting rid of them instead of trying to repair the damage they cause.

[chuckster57]

To add, good thing you found it before you decided to take another trip. Your going to have to replace that entire section of LP hose to do a proper repair, a splice with hose clamps isnt “right”.

[TG10894]

New hose ordered for repair, and I will use some of that hard plastic split conduit to cover the entire length. It ain't squirrel proof, but hopefully it will not be as easy or tasty to chew. I have seen spring used also, but I'll try this first.

[Roscommon48]

interesting...never had an issue like this in my 18 years of rving

[jim1]

Porky pines love rubber brake lines and air lines so a propane hose might be a great dessert!!