Date:         Fri, 14 Apr 2000 13:39:51 -0700
Reply-To:     Stuart MacMillan <stuart@COBALTGROUP.COM>
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From:         Stuart MacMillan <stuart@COBALTGROUP.COM>
Organization: The Cobalt Group
Subject:      Re: Custom Cat Heaters
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The problem with catalytics is they are radiant and need to be mounted
on some surface in the van that can also provide an exit route for
exhaust gasses.  I've seen these behind the passenger seat, but that is
where the porta-potty goes in my set up!

I have also seen them on the closet wall, but these are small and I
don't think they put out enough heat.

Is it possible to make a catalytic in a box with a fan (like the Carver
units) and fit it under the rear seat?   And sell it for under $500?

Chris Smith wrote:

> o.k. I'll bite..
>
> 1) low electric draw.. good for running heater on camp battery
> 2) 7000 BTU output.  5500 is not enough for real winter camping with the top up
> 3) thermostat hook-up.. 'nuff said
> 4) remote switchable.. ie: a dash mount or rear compartment switch to turn
> the unit on/off
>
> At least this is my wish list.  under the rear seat wouldn't be a bad place
> to mount it, or for westy owners, that tiny cubby hole next to the fridge
> wouldn't be bad either.
>
> cbs

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Stuart MacMillan
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