I have just received our new Chinese Heater ex Amazon.
As expected the metal Exhaust pipe is not long enough so I purchased a radiator hose ex Super Cheap which will allow me to extend the exhaust fumes from under the van to the outside on the offside. One certainly would not want to have it exiting on the awning side.
My view is that this radiator pipe would receive more heat from a motor vehicle than that of the Diesel Heater.
Just sharing this idea for other forumites who may wish to do the same as I.
Jay&Dee
-- Edited by JayDee on Friday 24th of May 2024 12:43:28 PM
I think you might be surprised by the exhaust heat, I purchased on eBay another metal length of exhaust and muffler and fitted both
It allows me to extend the exhaust to the rear of the van and potentially make it slightly quieter. Because there is no baffle there should not be any extra restriction.
I have just received our new Chinese Heater ex Amazon.
As expected the metal Exhaust pipe is not long enough so I purchased a radiator hose ex Super Cheap which will allow me to extend the exhaust fumes from under the van to the outside on the offside. One certainly would not want to have it exiting on the awning side.
My view is that this radiator pipe would receive more heat from a motor vehicle than that of the Diesel Heater.
Just sharing this idea for other forumites who may wish to do the same as I.
Jay&Dee
-- Edited by JayDee on Friday 24th of May 2024 12:43:28 PM
Is the radiator pipe steel or rubber? The exhaust of a Diesel Heater can glow red hot on higher settings.....
I have just received our new Chinese Heater ex Amazon.
As expected the metal Exhaust pipe is not long enough so I purchased a radiator hose ex Super Cheap which will allow me to extend the exhaust fumes from under the van to the outside on the offside. One certainly would not want to have it exiting on the awning side.
My view is that this radiator pipe would receive more heat from a motor vehicle than that of the Diesel Heater.
Just sharing this idea for other forumites who may wish to do the same as I.
Jay&Dee
-- Edited by JayDee on Friday 24th of May 2024 12:43:28 PM
Is the radiator pipe steel or rubber? The exhaust of a Diesel Heater can glow red hot on higher settings.....
VFirstly, I am returning the item to Super Cheap as I have just ordered a 2 m length of exhaust pipe from Ebay.
Many thanks to FredK for heads up re Ebay. Never thought about Ebay.
I have just received our new Chinese Heater ex Amazon.
As expected the metal Exhaust pipe is not long enough so I purchased a radiator hose ex Super Cheap which will allow me to extend the exhaust fumes from under the van to the outside on the offside. One certainly would not want to have it exiting on the awning side.
My view is that this radiator pipe would receive more heat from a motor vehicle than that of the Diesel Heater.
Just sharing this idea for other forumites who may wish to do the same as I.
Jay&Dee
-- Edited by JayDee on Friday 24th of May 2024 12:43:28 PM
Is the radiator pipe steel or rubber? The exhaust of a Diesel Heater can glow red hot on higher settings.....
VFirstly, I am returning the item to Super Cheap as I have just ordered a 2 m length of exhaust pipe from Ebay.
Many thanks to FredK for heads up re Ebay. Never thought about Ebay.
Also if the ticking of the pump annoys you ( as it will ) you can now buy ultra quiet pumps from ebay for around $24 , there not silent but they are far quieter than the one supplied. Ian
Also if the ticking of the pump annoys you ( as it will ) you can now buy ultra quiet pumps from ebay for around $24 , there not silent but they are far quieter than the one supplied. Ian
Looping the hose on the Tank side of the Pump and also on the Heater side of the Pump can silence the "clicking" dramatically especially if the hoses are left loose (not hard fixed to the panel work of the van) I used loose Cable Ties to support the fuel lines.
I would check if you can. My exhaust guy told me I couldn't lengthen the exhaust pipe on the diesel heater as it is designed for that length (wave formats or something) and it will reduce the life and efficiency of the heater when running.
I would check if you can. My exhaust guy told me I couldn't lengthen the exhaust pipe on the diesel heater as it is designed for that length (wave formats or something) and it will reduce the life and efficiency of the heater when running.
That is correct. There is a maximum length the exhaust pipe can be, should be in instructions.
My heater is located in the seating area next to the rear tandom wheel .. The exhaust that was supplied with the heater also came with a muffler.. After the muffler, I extended the exhaust out the rear of the caravan and have never had any problems as there is no backpressure after the muffler.
Tomorrow should see my diesel pump completely installed.
I have completed all the fitting needed inside the van now I only need to connect the fuel line, filter, and the fuel pump. Plus connect the exhaust pipe.
I have been waiting for one of my grandsons to help me with the under-van installations.
Plus diesel fuel and the connection to the battery for the power.
That is planned for tomorrow????
I struggle with getting up from under the van.
Happy warm nights ahead.
On the subject of diesel heaters generally, you might remember on another post
I had a bit of smoke and flame flutter after starting up after a 6-month layup.
Was going seemingly ok, just a little down on heat at flat out, still no appreciable
diesel smell.
Anyway with a major trip coming up into the desert areas where overnight temps
can be very low, I decided to get a service.
Needed a few xtra items, a new motor and fan was installed at my insistence since
there was a bit of play in the bearings. All-up cost $780. In in the morning, out at
lunchtime (after firm appointment).
Interesting thing is that it is 14 yo, and had run time of 3700 hours - which the
agent found extraordinary given NOTHING had been done in the way of maintenance
whatsoever. Recommendation was for regular at least yearly service.
