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Subject:Re: Force 10 heater
From:Evan Martin
Date:Sat, 22 Jan 2011 14:55:36 -0600

If you have a diesel vanagon it seems like trying to use the same fuel for
heat would make sense but in actual fact using propane is simpler. And if
you're running on Benzin (gasoline) then propane is a no-brainer.

On Sat, Jan 22, 2011 at 2:47 PM, robby kilborn <robbykilborn@gmail.com>wrote:

> Aim for the Cat heater.  I've heard lots of great feedback and its on my
> to-get list.
>
> http://ventedcatheater.com/
>
> Then ad this insulation:  http://fanchers.com/59/VW%20Stuff.htm
>
> Set for all cold... but you'll do good to peel off panels, line with
> something like BlueSkin and bubble wrap... maybe some good R factor
> insulation if you're really pushing your limits... that's what I've done...
> seems to be working great while I'm here in Florida. o_O
> Heading back North soon... the trip down was quiet cozy, even with the rear
> heater missing.
>
>
>
>
> On Sat, Jan 22, 2011 at 3:00 PM, Evan Martin <7martinn@gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> On Sat, Jan 22, 2011 at 10:03 AM, Mark L. Hineline <
>> hineline@ocotillofield.net> wrote:
>>
>> > Has anyone ever used a Force 10 heater? Is it any more complicated
>> > than a heavy bell over a burner, with a flue to vent CO, water vapor,
>> > etc?
>> >
>> > Mark
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> I have one, bought used, never got it to work right.
>>
>> Probably an ok design, I know people who said they were happy with theirs
>> but do require some maintenance. The kerosene/diesel version is officially
>> discontinued and parts availability is unknown.
>>
>
>

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