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Old 12-10-2007, 08:34 AM
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I think the one that Tootie is using is smaller and has a round heating element.
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Old 12-10-2007, 12:13 PM
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If you don't use it while you're sleeping, and you haven't been idling at night, what are you guys doing to stay warm? :shock: Details Please!
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If you don't use it while you're sleeping, and you haven't been idling at night, what are you guys doing to stay warm? :shock:
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From what I understand, her husband is able to sustain a flame for more than 8 hours!
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Old 12-10-2007, 12:24 PM
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Good tip, never get too close to him, he might "accidentally" bump someone with it. :shock:
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Old 12-10-2007, 06:06 PM
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I've had a few propane camping accessories in the past, and I remember the warnings not to use them in confined/closed spaces beacause propane gas tends to settle low and doesn't always vent easily. I doubt the fumes would ignite from being in the cab, but its still a tiny bit dangerous.

I have an Espar heater, and I think they can be bought and installed for around 800. While still pricier compared to a propane heater, it is much safer and more convenient. Burns off diesel from the tanks, ad ha a in-cab thermostat.

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Old 12-10-2007, 06:37 PM
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I think she's talking about this one. It's flameless, and can be used inside a tent.
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Old 12-10-2007, 07:03 PM
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Looks a lot safer than the propane heaters I had in mind and have seen. Thats a bargain if it is fume-free.
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Old 12-10-2007, 10:08 PM
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Catalytic heaters are very efficient up to 99%. I use one in my truck and it keeps the sleeper at 70 degrees even when its 14 degrees out, and I use the low setting. In the last week I have gone through 3lbs of propane in the heater and 2lbs in my hot water tank and stove, for a grand total of $5. I have two 20lb tanks in one of my boxes (secured in quick change brackets) and could not be happier. I also have hard wired LP gas sensor (mounted near the floor), a Co2 sensor (mounted near the ceiling), and a smoke detector.

I am thinking of getting the Espar, I left a place for it, but this seems to be working.

Be sake Tootie thats all that matters,...and warm :wink:

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Old 12-10-2007, 10:15 PM
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Propane and Natural Gas are the cleanest burning fuels we have. Far cleaner than gas and diesel. More fumes come from them then Propane.

Diesel fuel fired heaters are far more dangerous than propane. How many diesel stoves have you seen lately?
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