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Date:         Fri, 16 Dec 2016 00:28:26 +0000
Reply-To:     Geneva Saint-Amour <genevasaintamour@HOTMAIL.COM>
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From:         Geneva Saint-Amour <genevasaintamour@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Mr Heater
In-Reply-To:  <CAL19Ocjwwxtf4zApsSMDWY_+dUcnUZc0KcCKdm6-D44HSBW=hw@mail.gmail.com>
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Oh no- not the "CO2, you're going to die" thread? Hey guys, if your van is air-tight.... then boiling that pot of coffee and whipping up a stove top dinner with open flames a-blazing is going to cause some breathing issues for you. But in general, our vans are leaky, breezy, living and breathing boxes! Add an open canvas top and you have even more air moving. I don't want to debate the fact that tragedies have happened with open flame and/or catalytic heaters- sadness for all involved. And I don't argue that a Propex style heater is the best way to accomplish the task. But there are lots of budgets and choices out there. So weigh your heat options carefully. Consider the need, the application and the usage. Then install all the proper safety gear (including shut off valves and CO2 monitors) and check all your fittings regularly for leaks. But if having a good heater will help you to enjoy your van a little more.... do it! Just do it carefully.

Here is a link to a write up about our catalytic heater system. We have all the safety loopholes in place and have found it to serve our needs well. https://slowcarfasthouse.com/2015/03/10/things-are-heating-up-in-here/

Geneva


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