[VAC] Re: Heater, safe and reliable

[Scott & Lise Scheuermann]

Lloyd & Margaret   While certainly other options exist, if you have hopes of eventually getting the Traveler back on the road why not start your restoration now by getting the heating, propane and electrical systems installed? The RV industry generally uses a forced air furnace which runs off propane and 12V. They are safe and use outside air. A catalytic heater is another option which does not require 12V, but generally uses indoor air. If neither of these options will work for you, an electric ceramic heater should work just fine as a temporary setup.   Whatever you do be sure to make it childproof.   Scott Scheuermann ----- Original Message ----- From: Lloyd and Margaret Kelley To: Multiple recipients of VACList Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2001 7:56 PM Subject: [VAC] Heater, safe and reliable ....What kind of heater is best--that is, the safest. I'm considering a vent-through-the-wall type, the kind that draws combustion air in and exhausts out the same piping. We have a larger heater like this (propane, of course) in our small house and are quite pleased with it. Cost about $400. We don't expect to tow the trailer anywhere this year, and maybe not next year either for lack of a suitable tow vehicle and because in its present shape it wouldn't be much more than a waterproof aluminum tent. Any feedback on heater choice would help a lot. Thank you in advance. We're retired, make rustic furniture. Traveler #4117, 1958 Lloyd and Margaret