Date:         Thu, 15 Dec 2016 20:49:19 -0500
Reply-To:     Rob <vwrobb@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Rob <vwrobb@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Mr Heater
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If you are going to use a heater, crack a window. I only use it on cold
nights before bed or cold mornings. It's off for sleeping.
Get good bedding and/or a good sleeping bag. My really good bag packs small
& works well when it's needed.

Rob
vwrobb@gmail.com


On Thu, Dec 15, 2016 at 7:50 PM, Michael McSwain <michaelmcswain@gmail.com>
wrote:

> I like the Olympian too,  but it does seem like there would be a
> vented/heat exchanger option for less than $700.
>
> On Thu, Dec 15, 2016, 7:48 PM Don Hanson <dhanson928@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> > those Olympic ones look good, too. hi
> >
> > On Dec 15, 2016 4:34 PM, "Ryan Perry" <rjdperry@gmail.com> wrote:
> >
> > Well said and I like your installation. Up and out of the way. I like
> those
> > units, so nice and look bullet proof..
> >
> > On Thu, Dec 15, 2016, 7:28 PM Geneva Saint-Amour <
> > genevasaintamour@hotmail.com> wrote:
> >
> > > Oh no- not the "CO2, you're going to die" thread?   Hey guys, if your
> van
> > > is air-tight.... then boiling that pot of coffee and whipping up a
> stove
> > > top dinner with open flames a-blazing is going to cause some breathing
> > > issues for you.  But in general, our vans are leaky, breezy, living and
> > > breathing boxes!  Add an open canvas top and you have even more air
> > > moving.   I don't want to debate the fact that tragedies have happened
> > with
> > > open flame and/or catalytic heaters- sadness for all involved.  And I
> > don't
> > > argue that a Propex style heater is the best way to accomplish the
> task.
> > > But there are lots of budgets and choices out there. So weigh your heat
> > > options carefully.  Consider the need, the application and the usage.
> > Then
> > > install all the proper safety gear (including shut off valves and CO2
> > > monitors) and check all your fittings regularly for leaks.  But if
> having
> > a
> > > good heater will help you to enjoy your van a little more.... do it!
> Just
> > > do it carefully.
> > >
> > >
> > > Here is a link to a write up about our catalytic heater system.  We
> have
> > > all the safety loopholes in place and have found it to serve our needs
> > > well.
> > > https://slowcarfasthouse.com/2015/03/10/things-are-heating-up-in-here/
> > >
> > >
> > > Geneva
> > >
> >
>