Cab/night heater - Page 2

Thomas-the-Terrano2 · 31-10-2010, 08:33

sounds like for occasional use leaving engine running would be cheaper,

perhaps with a hand throttle to just lift thre revs slightly.

my troll has a heat button lifts revs to about 1200 clever too as if select
a gear it switches off until lever in neutral again.

31-10-2010, 10:19

Dont know if you meant T2 as in VW Type 2 or Terrano 2

There is a company called Eberspacher or something like that that make heaters in many shapes and sizes , I am sure someone will be along to correct my spelling and point you in the right direction in due course.

Thomas-the-Terrano2 · 31-10-2010, 11:18

err suspect biggest clue is in our url.

sure the dubs go by tx, but round here t2
is terrano2 (II)

ssteve · 31-10-2010, 11:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darwin

Dont know if you meant T2 as in VW Type 2 or Terrano 2

There is a company called Eberspacher or something like that that make heaters in many shapes and sizes , I am sure someone will be along to correct my spelling and point you in the right direction in due course.

yeah i think their name was mentioned in six or more previous posts i'll go and have a look
(snigger)

rustic · 31-10-2010, 11:37

If you do go for the hot air, with the balanced flue, think where the main unit will go, it is bigger than a shoe box and will require a pipe to the outside for inlet and a pipe for the exhaust which clearly gets hot. There will also be some soot deposites around the flue over time.
Re Gas , I am not sure what signage you have to put on vehicles that carry gas bottles?

The advantage of these heaters is that they do not add to the condensation, but I suggest that you fit a Carbon Monoxide detector, incase there is an unknown leak or the exhaust fumes get back into the cab.

Your truck will end up with condensation any way, so you may need to ensure you have ventilation protected from the weather.

You could buy a small tent and get one of those small portable gas heaters, BUT DO NOT USE THEM IN A CONFINED SPACE, or in the truck.

Now for an upgrade, you may wish to fit a chemical loo and a hot water shower, a fridge, electric hook up.
You could buy a caravan and paint it in camoflage paint.

The Propex heater was the only way I could get the wife to use the boat out of season, although this summer it has been used more than the fridge.

31-10-2010, 11:55

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thomas-the-Terrano2

err suspect biggest clue is in our url.

sure the dubs go by tx, but round here t2
is terrano2 (II)

I didnt want to assume that he was talking about a Terrano , some people amazingly do have interests outside Nissan and still post here , same as Nissan do make other 4x4 that never you wouldn't see in a muddy field.

anyway back on topic

Cheaper alternative might be to have some outside source of heat and a heat exchanger , never been too happy with having something burning where I am sleeping.

rustic · 31-10-2010, 12:32

You could buy a petrol generator and install a fan heater with thermostat, not easy for remote control, and the noise would keep you awake, and frighten all the animals away.

OR fit a second battery and buy a 12 volt electric blanket, or even a small inverter and a standard electric blanket.

Probably the cheapest option and silent in operation.
Should last a few nights.

OR buy a big inverter, loads of batteries and use a fan heater and install a microwave..

bobhope · 31-10-2010, 12:56

or just buy a caravan

harlowmaverick · 31-10-2010, 22:33

i still like the idea of two lady hunters!!!!

solarman216 · 31-10-2010, 22:43

Quote:

Originally Posted by ssteve

no, the heater goes inside with an inllet and exhaust connection
ssteve

I have experienced these heaters, wobbly stainless pipe with a worm drive clip, and they can also leak from the body, apart from the noise, no way would it go inside on my installation, Rick

Deleted account DD · 31-10-2010, 22:49

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thomas-the-Terrano2

err suspect biggest clue is in our url.

ssteve · 31-10-2010, 23:30

Quote:

Originally Posted by solarman216

I have experienced these heaters, wobbly stainless pipe with a worm drive clip, and they can also leak from the body, apart from the noise, no way would it go inside on my installation, Rick

it's all down to the installation, and if the body "leaked" you would probably be on fire.
never known one leak fumes from body, it would prob stop working long before that.

ssteve

MontysMaverick · 01-11-2010, 09:45

After all these recommendations, maybe the easiest would be to book into a Travel/Premier lodge, cheap at 29 squid a nite, oh and you could still keep warm by having the 2 lady hunters for company.

You may also get your 29 squid back the next day as they "guarentee a good nites sleep or your money back" with 2 lady hunters for company I dont think youd have any sleep,

lacroupade · 02-11-2010, 00:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by Liam

Anyone know a good source for a cab/night heater,either diesel or electric. Thinking of maybe fitting one to the T2 in case I want to sleep in the truck during the cold winter

Might be an excuse for a little early morning hunting,if I could stay warm enough. Something similar to those used in trucks would be ideal but must be cheap. Thanks.

Poof.

11redrex · 02-11-2010, 21:05

When I used to work on the railway, I looked into getting a night heater for my van, £2-300 at the time.
Don't know what they'd cost now (trade price), but I can find out for you if you like.

31-10-2010, 08:33	#16
Thomas-the-Terrano2 Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hackenthorpe Sheffield Vehicle: Terrano2 R20 lwb 2.7TDi Posts: 5,234	sounds like for occasional use leaving engine running would be cheaper, perhaps with a hand throttle to just lift thre revs slightly. my troll has a heat button lifts revs to about 1200 clever too as if select a gear it switches off until lever in neutral again. __________________ M6YTB / 20YTB '60' 2010 Ford C Max Zetec 1.6i, black '56' 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0TD, silver 2021 Bailey Pegasus Grade SE Turin caravan Smile, its more likely to confuse. One Life, Don't Just Live It, Drive a Nissan, or ...... a Jeep. Owner of Nissan 4x4s 2005 to 2019, and maybe in the future too!

31-10-2010, 11:18	#18
Thomas-the-Terrano2 Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hackenthorpe Sheffield Vehicle: Terrano2 R20 lwb 2.7TDi Posts: 5,234	err suspect biggest clue is in our url. sure the dubs go by tx, but round here t2 is terrano2 (II) __________________ M6YTB / 20YTB '60' 2010 Ford C Max Zetec 1.6i, black '56' 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0TD, silver 2021 Bailey Pegasus Grade SE Turin caravan Smile, its more likely to confuse. One Life, Don't Just Live It, Drive a Nissan, or ...... a Jeep. Owner of Nissan 4x4s 2005 to 2019, and maybe in the future too!

31-10-2010, 11:37	#20
rustic Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Staffordshire Vehicle: Maverick Mk I 2.7 TD LWB Posts: 7,825	If you do go for the hot air, with the balanced flue, think where the main unit will go, it is bigger than a shoe box and will require a pipe to the outside for inlet and a pipe for the exhaust which clearly gets hot. There will also be some soot deposites around the flue over time. Re Gas , I am not sure what signage you have to put on vehicles that carry gas bottles? The advantage of these heaters is that they do not add to the condensation, but I suggest that you fit a Carbon Monoxide detector, incase there is an unknown leak or the exhaust fumes get back into the cab. Your truck will end up with condensation any way, so you may need to ensure you have ventilation protected from the weather. You could buy a small tent and get one of those small portable gas heaters, BUT DO NOT USE THEM IN A CONFINED SPACE, or in the truck. Now for an upgrade, you may wish to fit a chemical loo and a hot water shower, a fridge, electric hook up. You could buy a caravan and paint it in camoflage paint. The Propex heater was the only way I could get the wife to use the boat out of season, although this summer it has been used more than the fridge. __________________ Ford Maverick GLX 1995 2.7TD LWB in illusion silver, 98k miles. Owned since new, for 22 years. Best car I have ever owned. Just wish I could drive it more.

31-10-2010, 12:32	#22
rustic Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Staffordshire Vehicle: Maverick Mk I 2.7 TD LWB Posts: 7,825	You could buy a petrol generator and install a fan heater with thermostat, not easy for remote control, and the noise would keep you awake, and frighten all the animals away. OR fit a second battery and buy a 12 volt electric blanket, or even a small inverter and a standard electric blanket. Probably the cheapest option and silent in operation. Should last a few nights. OR buy a big inverter, loads of batteries and use a fan heater and install a microwave.. __________________ Ford Maverick GLX 1995 2.7TD LWB in illusion silver, 98k miles. Owned since new, for 22 years. Best car I have ever owned. Just wish I could drive it more.

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31-10-2010, 10:19	#17
Darwin Guest Posts: n/a	Dont know if you meant T2 as in VW Type 2 or Terrano 2 There is a company called Eberspacher or something like that that make heaters in many shapes and sizes , I am sure someone will be along to correct my spelling and point you in the right direction in due course.

31-10-2010, 12:56	#23
bobhope Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: burton on trent Vehicle: 1999 terrano 2.7 se+ Posts: 128	or just buy a caravan

31-10-2010, 22:33	#24
harlowmaverick Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Harlow, Essex Vehicle: Nissan Terrano 3.0 tdi 03 Posts: 962	i still like the idea of two lady hunters!!!!

01-11-2010, 09:45	#28
MontysMaverick Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: staffordshire Vehicle: ford maverick 2.7 td Posts: 374	After all these recommendations, maybe the easiest would be to book into a Travel/Premier lodge, cheap at 29 squid a nite, oh and you could still keep warm by having the 2 lady hunters for company. You may also get your 29 squid back the next day as they "guarentee a good nites sleep or your money back" with 2 lady hunters for company I dont think youd have any sleep,

02-11-2010, 21:05	#30
11redrex Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: East Anglia. Buh. Vehicle: 1997 LWB Maverick 2.7TDi Posts: 1,377	When I used to work on the railway, I looked into getting a night heater for my van, £2-300 at the time. Don't know what they'd cost now (trade price), but I can find out for you if you like.