I used a harbor freight apache case, 3800.
Ok good to know. I actually have one of those I was going to use as a bike tool box, and just assumed it wasnât large enough for the heater.
I use one of these tables that attach to the rear tire of my truck. Itâs perfectly situated to duct the heat into the camper.
Summer time use includes using the table as an extension of my food prep area.
I highly recommend this product!
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Ok thatâs pretty sweet and may work perfectly. Thanks.
I still need to plumb and hook mine up in the camper but I finally set it all up and tested it out today.
On full draw maybe 36w, on low setting 6w.
Holy moly that heater cooks!!
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Make sure you do the elevation adjustments on it or you will have fouling issues.
@ScottH how do you do that? Instructions are awfulâŚ
I do think one of the screen shows altitude in meters.
It really depends on what control unit you have- there are many. once you figure that out find the youtube for your controller and go from there.
I started the plumbing for my exhaust for my all in one Chinese heater. So then all I will need to do it have a short piece to connect inside that cubby.
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Think there is any chance that the exhaust will pool up under your bed and find itâs way inside the camper?
Good questionâŚhopefully not. That is a weird angle in the pic. So the exhaust is basically right at the tailing edge of the bumper, kind of in the center to the right of the hitch so hopefully its pointed out and away of truck.
I initially thought Iâd mount it to the side bumper but my exhaust was too long and I couldnt bend it enough so figured Iâd try this before I cut it. Ill snap a better pic later.
There is always that possibility unless your bed and camper is 100% sealed, which is why it is absolutely necessary to have a carbon monoxide detector. But realistically, CO is created from incomplete combustion and these heaters are decently good at burning. Basically, if itâs not smoking, there is little CO being created. People raw dog those Mr Buddy heaters with no issue and the combustion happens IN the camper.
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Correct. I read a lot about that yesterday than all of the combustion and exhaust, in theory, should happen outside with these setups. For the piece of mind I did pick up a $15 CO detector.
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Is the exhaust attached with existing bolts or holes in the frame? Or did you use self tapping screws and what part did you attach this to?
Self-tapping. Some plastic right by the bumper. It feels kind of stable haha. I will snap a better pic after work.
Did you ever get this set up? I have a 2020 Tundra and am trying to figure out best way to vent/heat without cutting the GFC panels. Donât have the Taco cubbies and no way Iâm drilling the bed soâŚwould love to know what you ended up with!
Has anyone compared the Gola Diesel and Planar heaters? Look very similar but quite a diff in price. Some of the Chinese heaters look interesting and much more affordable, but still have to roll your own with box and venting etc.
Does this help for a little better pic of how the exhaust is routed? Used it this weekend and worked well.
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Like I mentioned, as long as it vents outside of the truckbed in somewhat free air, youâre fine. Basically donât point the exit up into a corner. Mine is tucked up for offroad clearance.
EDIT: I did not mention that previously, but donât try to create a problem. A lot of van lifers use these heaters for everyday use and so long as it vents outside the vehicle, itâs not an issue. Make sure you have a working CO monitor and enjoy the warmth.
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Yep picked one up and had it in the camper all weekend. Thanks!
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