Ok. Is it "T" grade hose? If it's not (and the rating is ALWAYS printed on the hose itself), this could be part of the problem. Propane gas will attack the rubber on hoses that are not rated "T" grade.
Now, have you tried totally disconnecting your hose from both ends and hanging it up so the ends are free to drain any accumulated "gunk" in the lines?
Also, depending on the design of the HotHead you have (there are at least 3 I think), you may have a partially clogged spud in the torch head. This can be cleaned, but you will have to contact the manufacturer of the torch for instructions - I'd order a spare spud to have on hand just in case.
One of the things that I've personally seen is that people leave the hose coiled on the floor. This can cause a siphon effect and draw out liquid odorant (which is the "gunk"). If the hose is coiled on the floor, essentially below the top level of the tank, this can happen. What I would suggest is that the hose be strung above the top level of the tank where ever possible to keep any liquid from pooling in the line. If the line coming out of the torch is above and at an angle to the tank, any liquid that is drawn out of the tank or condenses in the line will flow back into the tank.
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Chaotic Glass: Safety for the glassworker, and random thoughts and opinions on the state of the glassworking world
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