My current thinking is that the Plat Cat vented catalytic is the way to go because: 1. Its at least $100 cheaper than all the other safe alternatives 2. It uses less propane and less electricity than the alternatives meaning that it can be run for several days on the westy propane tank and electical usage basically is'nt an issue which means you can leave it on a low temp and keep the interior above freezing to prevent the h20 tank from from freezing while camping 3. It can be installed so that its completely removable The plat cat is'nt being made right now but Arnie lind says production will resume soon. He has a waiting list for rebuilt units (i'm next :)), that sell for $350-$450. If you're interested in getting one you can email arnie at: arnielind@hotmail.com Also visit harold and nancy's website at: http://www.geocities.com/harald_nancy/plat_cat_heater.htm which talks about the heater and installation in a westy. -Andrew Fox 86 Westy GL Ft. Collins CO On Tue, 9 Oct 2001, Finn Runyon wrote: > Waht is the current thinking on heaters...I just spent a wonderful weekend in > the catskill mountains, snow and all, and think I may purchase some heat. > Please forward your thinking... > Finn Runyon > 87 Westy GL (170000K) named Pooh > |
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