Date:         Wed, 4 Dec 2002 13:01:23 -0500
Reply-To:     dr <dxrobertson@NETSCAPE.NET>
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From:         dr <dxrobertson@NETSCAPE.NET>
Subject:      Re: camping furnace?
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I also have the same heater.  I have used it some in the vanagon.  I
crack the windows open and take along a CO detector, just to be safe.

Where did you get the 2.5G tank?  I have been looking for one myself,
for the same purpose.

david



Leon Korkin wrote:
> I am planning to do some winter camping and bought the same heater.
> First thought of connecting to existing tank but was told by an expert that
> Westy stove and fridge work with much lower pressure not suitable for camping
> stoves, lanterns and heaters. So, you may need new pressure regulator.
> But for heater and lantern use i decided to go "easy route".
> Just bought 2.5GA propane cylinder, perfect size to carry, light and stable.
> For lantern use made telescopic post that fits into piece of tubing attached to
> cylinder. Just hang lantern on hook on top of post. Had custom hose made
> to connect cylinder to lantern. Same hose connects to heater.
> Advantage of this method is portability and same capacity propane cylinder,
> can use lantern or heater anywhere instead of being attached to Westy.
> Cost is $48 for cylinder (brand new) and $15 for hose-$63 total.
> Leon
> 85 Subwagen Cruiseship
> In warm So.Cal
>