At 10:24 PM 10/22/97 -0700, Steven X. Schwenk wrote:
>Can any one provide a performance review of the propex regarding any of
>the following:
>- how does the aux battery hold up under heavy use (when it's 15-20
>degrees out)
>
>- what is maximum time re continuous use before battery is drawn down
The Propex fan draws 1.5A, so you should get about 20 hours of continuous
use from a 32 amp hour battery (like typical smaller gel battery) or 35
hours from a 52 amp-hour battery (like the Optima). Unless you really add a
lot of aux battery capacity, you have to be aware of the state of your
battery and how much you are using the heater. A built-in trickle charger is
a must, otherwise you're likely to head out with an aux battery that is not
fully charged.
>
>- are you glad you got it
Yes, but I'm still working out the kinks with the aux battery system. It's
really nice to be able get some heat without starting the engine and waiting
for it to warm up. Even if I'm just sitting in the van reading waiting for
the kid's soccer practice to end.

-Mark McCulley
87 syncro Westfalia (with Propex)