Thanks for asking the question, I have been wondering the same as we want to install one in our Westy Syncro someday.  The one thing that I do not like about most installations that I have heard about is putting holes in the floor for venting, I would rather vent out the side and not create a place for water to enter when crossing through a stream, large puddle, etc.  I am not sure if this is possible or even necessary but I am curious to find out.

Mark in AK

----- Original Message -----
From: Bostig Eng <syncrolist@BOSTIG.COM>
Date: Tuesday, November 28, 2006 7:54 pm
Subject: was: co/propane RE: propex
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM

> Speaking of which... do we have a favorite location for installing 
> propexunits? I'd love to here from folks who've installed them, 
> where in the van,
> and why in that location.
> 
> Thanks!
> 
> Jim
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Nathaniel Poole [mailto:npoole@TELUS.NET] 
> Sent: Tuesday, November 28, 2006 5:49 PM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: <no subject>
> 
> I know everyone already knows this, but it doesn't heard to be 
> reminded.
> Please be Very Careful when using propane appliances for space 
> heating in
> any enclosed space, especially in a small RV. We often see folks 
> postingheater ideas on this and other forums, and it�s so 
> important to remember
> that safety must be paramount. I read in the paper today that 
> tragically,three people have died in this cold snap because they 
> were using improperly
> vented propane appliances. One couple died of CO poison in a 
> school bus,
> another guy died in a camper. So whenever you are contemplating 
> burningpropane for heat, or installing a propane appliance, be 
> very, very careful.
> It�s very important that all applicable codes are learned and 
> followed when
> doing an installation. I remember once installing a propane fridge 
> replacingthe old two way, and it seemed I had to cut off half the 
> side of the van to
> provide the ventilation called for.
> 
> Nathaniel
>