Seems to me venting thru the firewall would solve this, but maybe create
some other issues. And by doing so you could help heat up the cabin and the
engine compartment on those super cold mornings.

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Mark Tuovinen
Sent: Wednesday, November 29, 2006 2:13 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Re: was: co/propane RE: propex

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
>