At 17:28 10/26/99 , Lucas Alves wrote:
>decided to go for an alternative thermal source.  I was wondering if any one
>has had decent experience with DC heaters (I have an extra battery)?  Names

Just bear in mind that you're looking at about 150 amps continuous draw for
every 5100 BTU/hr output (the same as an electric room heater).  In other
words, it's not practical except for maybe defrosting a little spot for you
to look out of.

david
David Beierl - Providence, RI
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