Hi gang, I am not wanting to start yet another thread on how safe or unsafe portable heaters are, so I hope that POV can be avoided and save the archives another beating. <g> Through the discussions about catalytic heaters in our vans, I am not sure I ever read much on how well they actually warm up our interiors. I am considering getting one for a short camping trip, and am a bit incredulous about whether the smaller ones are of any value. I can get a SportCat for $25, but its only 1000 BTUs. To get more, you gotta pay more :-) but is 1000 BTUs too small to make a difference when its about 35 degrees outside? I would think the bigger 3000 BTU jobs might work well, but of they use a lot more fuel, and cost more. I would like to avoid a big investment, as $$$ are in way short supply, so I am seeking the cheep route. Anyone who is using one of these kinds of heaters want to share their experience in about 35 degree conditions? I would rather not buy it and just be a bit cold, than throw away the cash at this point in time. Thanks for any comments and please, let us not go into the safety issue again. I promise never to sleep with it on, and to keep a window open a bit whenever it is lit. :-) Much obliged for you time, John |
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