Handi Heater???

Byrdman · Posted: Mon Dec 19, 2005 8:52 pm Post subject: Handi Heater???

Any of your guys used this Handi Heater in your C-Dory? I need to get me something for my open 18Angler...

This Guy

Thanks

Byrdman

Sea Wolf · Posted: Mon Dec 19, 2005 9:06 pm Post subject:

Pat rick-

Looks just about exactly like a Mr. Buddy heater to me, and certinly works on the same principles-a catalytic heater using propane. Has relatively clean output, but reccommended for use only with a mopderate amount of ventilation, such as a partially cracked open window. The small amount of carbon monoxide is not a problem with such ventilation. Not reccommended for closed cabins or rooms. Consumes oxygen, so must also be ventilated for that reason, also. Good choice for your 18 footer! Joe.

Byrdman · Posted: Mon Dec 19, 2005 9:13 pm Post subject:

Bingo! Mr. Buddy Heater.... I knew I had read some links on this and/or the other site about these heaters. Yep, I know for sure not to lock up tight with them, but I really need something to be able to enjoy this boat when I take her up to Nashville for a week. Still a bit cool up there during Christmas.... and need a bit more than egg nog too... Cocktail

Thanks for the feedback and welcome any other ideas for what I am attempting to accomplish here.

Byrdman

Adeline · Posted: Mon Dec 19, 2005 9:33 pm Post subject:

This http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00005LEXI/104-8734036-0309548?n=3116331&s=hi&v=glance looks like a ringer. A larger one http://www.mrheater.com/productdetail.asp?id=784 is also available.

C-WEED · Posted: Mon Dec 19, 2005 11:23 pm Post subject:

Byrdman:

I think a kerosene heater would put out more heat. Kero-sun made a small round heater that was a dab bigger than the propane one you listed. They are very efficient, reliable and the round ones throw heat 360 degrees. UL approved for indoor use. Puts off that fireplace glow after dark. Fairly clean burning but still need ventalation which your 18 seems to have Teeth

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The safety tip over switch is effective and sensitive. It is a heavy cone shaped weight that is balanced on the small end. It doesent take much jar to trip one. You could wrap that weight with a bit of masking tape if it proves to sensitive. Another idea would be to hang the unit just off the floor up near the v-birth. Make it like a gimbaled lamp where it could move and swing to absorb boat movement but not swing all over. That way it would stay somewhat level when the bow rises.

I bought a larger one to heat my hooch in Korea back in 1988 for three years. (Thats all I used) I have used it every year since for an imitation fireplace/instant heat. Still running on the original wick. Fantastic reliability when used as directed.

Chris Bulovsky · Posted: Tue Dec 20, 2005 12:47 am Post subject:

I had a conversation with 416rigby in Alaska about the buddy heaters. He loves it. They seem to be reasonable heat source. When I get one Im going to test the air with quality in the cabin with a couple of CO monitors we use at work. They also measure O2 % as well as a couple other things. Im a little sceptical of ventless combustion. I will post the results. I hope to have a Mr. heater Buddy unit (the smaller one) sometime after the holidays. I really don't think it will take much to take the chill out the air in the cabin space of a C-Dory.

Chris Bulovsky

Salmon Slayer · Posted: Tue Dec 20, 2005 12:58 am Post subject:

Wow, nice little unit; I may have to check this out myself. Keep us posted on how it works out.

B~C · Posted: Tue Dec 20, 2005 1:12 am Post subject:

I have a Coleman catastropic heater that I've used in the boat, one of these, http://www.coleman.com/coleman/colemancom/detail.asp?product_id=5053A751&categoryid=3000 it's the same kind of heater. It puts out the heat but you also end up with a nice rain forrest affect in the cabin. Zodi makes a tent heater thet sets up outside the tent and ducts the heat inside, I always thought that might be a good way to get some heat without the added moisture, it would be worth a look http://store.yahoo.com/fulfillmentadventures/zohotvetehe.html

AstoriaDave · Posted: Tue Dec 20, 2005 10:28 am Post subject:

B~C · Posted: Tue Dec 20, 2005 10:31 am Post subject:

yup, it's one of those cataclysmic type heaters Smile

Malapropism? nope...oh sure I may be a little shy of the ideal WOT RPM but I like the 4 blade compprops and they don't offer much of a choice of pitches

AstoriaDave · Posted: Tue Dec 20, 2005 10:58 am Post subject:

B~C · Posted: Tue Dec 20, 2005 11:11 am Post subject:

nope, just bringing the heat..see....now we're back on topic and don't have to worry about Tyboo bringing the hammer down on us Smile

dogon dory · Posted: Tue Dec 20, 2005 11:19 am Post subject:

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B~C · Posted: Tue Dec 20, 2005 11:33 am Post subject:

anybody notice that Dan was pretty quiet untill props where mention?

Byrdman · Posted: Tue Dec 20, 2005 1:17 pm Post subject:

Wow.... that Zodi Tent Heater gig may have some potential for the 18 Angler.

Mount that puppy on the roof with a 20lb bottle of propane, run the hoses down the roofline into the side windows, blowing in and cross the windshield area..... hummm a defrost system too for those ....

"Oh no...we just turned about and are heading into the cold wind/air and the windshield just fogged up to the max..." moments...