Date:         Thu, 15 Dec 2016 16:47:25 -0800
Reply-To:     Don Hanson <dhanson928@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Don Hanson <dhanson928@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Mr Heater
Comments: To: Ryan Perry <rjdperry@gmail.com>
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those Olympic ones look good, too. hi

On Dec 15, 2016 4:34 PM, "Ryan Perry" <rjdperry@gmail.com> wrote:

Well said and I like your installation. Up and out of the way. I like those
units, so nice and look bullet proof..

On Thu, Dec 15, 2016, 7:28 PM Geneva Saint-Amour <
genevasaintamour@hotmail.com> wrote:

> 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
>