Chinese diesel heater installed in my camper

How I installed a diesel heater in my camper...
#dieselheater #camperlife #vanlife #overland #skibum

[@carlcolorado3549]

Awesome. I'll be installing one here soon

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

I have a new camper now and I’ll be putting one in that camper as well, I really enjoy the heat and I like how quiet they are. Good luck on your install, Charles.

[@mega-hb4re]

Those things are amazing. I installed 2 of them in my 30 foot cargo trailer conversion 1 in the front and one in the back and in 30 degrees weather it keeps my trailer over 70 in medium speed so you’ll burn in that little space. Lol. By the way the smell is due to the diesel burning stays in the intake for a while until you go thru like 3 to 4 tanks and also keep as much away as you can the intake from the exhaust. Good installation

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Yes the heater works fantastic in that little camper I have it on the lowest setting and adjust the heat by opening the roof vent they are amazing a little heaters…

[@butchgarner3911]

I have one of these mounted in my 31 foot with separate bath and bedroom, I keep it set to 20c and it cooks inside! very very seldom does it kick in and run to catch up. You will have NO problem staying warm in that truck camper, I don;t care how cold it is outside...lol Great video, Thanks for sharing! anyone thinking about one of these even if you set it up to keep your tent warm, you will be a Happy Camper!!

[@ginogallegos8079]

@butch garner you got a video of install or a video and review and followup how it's doing now? I got a 30 foot 5th wheel camper and want to try this hookup

[@ShowMeAdventuring]

Nice install, I put mine in a box for my tent. Love it. Sips diesel so lasts a long time.

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

ShowMe Adventuring I’m only on weekend number two and this things been running For about eight hours and I think I’ve only used a quarter of a gallon, I think I sold for in the parking lot already today they are amazing...

[@wascalywabbit]

You can install them sideways.. Just have to take off the cover,see where the glo plug is,making sure it's to the top,put the cover back on and mount it

[@robwhitnah9776]

Good info! Been thinking about getting one in an enclosed trailer. Now I know who I’ll ask to help 😆

[@m.d.498]

Nice video. Im in yoncalla oregon. Driving a second gen yota with a pop up. Been researching these and you helped me pull the trigger!

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Billie Irish glad I could help, I couldn’t be happier with the heater works fantastic runs all day on the lowest setting and it’s plenty warm in my little camper..

[@Legacy4x4andOffRoadYT]

people alwyas hate on "Chinese" products but if you buy quality they usually turn out pretty decent! Nice Job!

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Legacy 4x4 and Off-Road I may be one of those haters well I’ll call myself a disliker...But the thing is amazing how well it works. Thanks for watching

[@Legacy4x4andOffRoadYT]

@@ADVwithRoscoe youre welcome!

[@FirstSuiGeneris]

_Happen to come to your video, about diesel heater. I install them, if you have any questions, I'll answer them. First there no 8Kw it's a 5Kw, they just say that, although I've seen some with 12 28 pumps maybe this how they get that number. But anyway, good job, and that smell will dissipate._

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

One free human in this reality. Thanks for watching, that’s the first one I put in I’ve helped a few friends Since that video was made they are super nice for a ski bum vehicle

[@corey97140]

I’m converting a 5x8 cargo trailer into a camper, I got a little buddy but I think now I’ll defintely have to look into these. Also a Portland westsider here!

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

When I moved back to Oregon seven years ago I had a cargo trailer and that’s exactly what I was going to do with it I think it’s a fantastic idea. And a diesel heater would work great in that application. I have realized that mine does not run well on a lithium battery or at least my goal zero so make sure you’re running it on a lead acid battery. Thanks for watching Charles

[@corey97140]

@@ADVwithRoscoe thats great! Because I didn’t have the money to go lithium right away. So I have a 100Ah lead acid right now. Thanks!

[@byates59]

Your little buddy heater puts out 3800 btu's and there are 3412 btu's in one kw (kilowatt). The smallest diesel heater they make is 2kw, so that is the one you want IMO! I have a 10"*6" cargo trailer and the 2kw heater works great in it! Here is one on ebay: www.ebay.com/itm/Diesel-Air-Parking-Heater-Warming-Heater-2KW-12V-LCD-Switch-For-Truck-Boat-Bus/193243790514?hash=item2cfe3a3cb2:g:whgAAOSwRk5ftPR4

[@stephaniebigman3296]

Nice install! Already thinking about how/ where to put one in our camper.

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Stephanie Bigman Super easy, drill some holes and the rest is just plug and play..

[@KLH1966]

You can mount it sideways, glow plug has to be UP. But nice install. Good video.

[@20mcarroll02]

Nice install. Similar to how I did mine. One thing I added was I wrapped the entire exhaust with header wrap from the auto parts store. Running full bore, the outside of the wrap is 80F. And I used a marine exhaust fitting from amazon to go through the wall.

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Piney Hollows Homestead Thanks for the tip, I may try that on my next install. For some reason this particular heater is on his third fuel pump my friends are still using the original pump that came with theirs, I think I’m going to chalk it up as a shitty unit and just put in a new one..

[@20mcarroll02]

@@ADVwithRoscoe wow, I've never had a problem with my pump. Remember it needs to be mounted with the outlet higher than the inlet, about 30-45 degrees according to what I've read, and also you want the fuel line to be running uphill from pump to the unit, otherwise it can trap an air bubble which will make the pump run, but not pump very much fuel. I also ordered one of the silicone pump mounts, and never hear mine.

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Piney Hollows Homestead My pump is sitting about level, when I install the new one I’ll make sure the outlet is higher thank you for the tip

[@marks-0-0]

I installed my heater raised off the floor so i could have everything inside the van so I had to wrap the exhaust for safety.

[@macsmith6216]

@@ADVwithRoscoe Pump should be below inlet of burner at an angle this is an expert kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHS9mZ19rrdmmNE

[@Oregun]

Nice work!

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

texpat thank you it’s a nice upgrade to the old camper ...

[@Lendog22]

Just got one of these heaters and then ya say “just got to Mt. Hood Meadows” 😂 good ole RV row

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Is this your first time at RV row?

[@StepvanDan]

Hello ,nice job, thinking about getting one as a backup to the woodstove , thanks for sharing hugs from MN

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Step-van Dan wish I could put a woodstove in my camper

[@64maxpower]

I subscribed when I saw your vintage Penton

[@nicolegreen3896]

Thanks for the vid! Just wondering if the metal plate that you have against the wall gets really hot and therefore could melt the air intake pipe? I'm wanting to do something similar.

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

It did not get really hot. The only problem I had with that set up was no pumps. I don’t know if it was too close to the exhaust and would get hot but I would go to fuel pumps. Everything else was perfect. I hope that helps if you have any other questions feel free. Cheers.

[@austin_d2339]

Good video, nice install. Drop us the Amazon purchase link!

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Austin _D let me see if I can find it I looked If you days after buying mine and I found one for $90 I’ll do my best to find the link

[@twowheeledsmurph]

Great review and tutorial. I have a webasto I installed in my Sprinter but looking to install a chinese one in my garage. I'll make up a bracket/shelf just like yours. Thanks for the tip. Cheers from Alberta. P.S. - nice bikes! Can't wait to head down to Utah in a few weeks to ride :)

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

roamingsmurph thanks for watching the video I really appreciate it I’m glad you found some useful tips. If you ever find yourself roaming through Oregon hit me up maybe we could do some riding.

[@twowheeledsmurph]

ADVwithRoscoe that would be a blast!! We have ridden down in Oregon a few times and always enjoy it. I need some coastal roads soon too. Take care Buddy.

[@masanju3]

I'm Japanese veryGood🎵👍

[@mitchellchandler3689]

In that small of a unit, you should be able to run around inside with just your shorts in the dead of winter

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

I run it on the lowest setting with the vent cracked and it is plenty warm on even the coldest days... I’m real happy with the set up..

[@calgondave]

Thank you for this video Sir.

[@paps69shed]

They are designed to be mounted sideways, if your instructions are the same as mine then you are reading them incorrectly. It even specifies an allowable angle too That said, good video man!

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

I struggled with that chart and I wasn’t 100% convinced that I can run it horizontally. You are probably correct I am no expert I’m a much better skier than diesel heater installer thank you for the comment keep an eye out I have my one year review coming out shortly

[@MW_Builds]

Why not mount solar on your camper roof? They have some flex-PVs for RV rooftops, waterproof, all of it. Just use couple deep cell batteries or whatever to balance for your own needs. peace

[@terryedmondson3563]

ALL GOOD.

[@stefanm67]

Hi. Thanks for the video. It was very useful as I am doing my research for a similar install above the floor to clear pipes and wires. Good idea sealing the exhaust; as you say most installations are through the floor. Are you still glad you sealed it as you did? Regards. Steve.

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Steve Griffiths Yes I am, there has been no ill side effects or issues because of the sealing .. The only issue I have had is I think my fuel pump quit working I have one coming in the mail hopefully that will fix the problem. I’m just going with it was a freak problem I have friends that installed there is at the same time and they are having no issues I’ll probably make a video of installing a new fuel pump. Couldn’t be happier with the heat ..Let me know how your install turns out

[@stefanm67]

Many thanks for the reply. Will do.

[@420BLUNTLEY]

You’re the only person that did this with a truck camper

[@420BLUNTLEY]

On you tube

[@ru4reel2014]

The square plate meant to be bolted on the heater unit, THEN screw it to the floor of camper /RV etc.

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

I could not ask at the bottom of my camper because it would go through the floor of the bed and The frame lined up directly underneath that

[@cobyhenslee2375]

Trying to do something similar in my build, do you know how much power it was drawing? As well as did you have to get another solar battery or anything?

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

What are you building? I wish I could remember the draw for you after the initial start up it was very low. I could run it all weekend and my refrigerator on a goal zero 1000 lithium I hope that helps

[@theashpilez]

Initial pull to light off the glow plug pulls my 110 agm down to 12.4. Once fired up it pulls 1 ah every two hours on lowest setting. All night on low setting uses an inch or so of fuel in the 2.6 gallon fuel cell..

[@420BLUNTLEY]

I mean is it great to have the heater blowing right by the fridge though?

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Dammit, is that why my ice cream kept melting😂

[@64maxpower]

It's funny we build to what we know. I would have fabbed the shelf from plywood because im a carpenter. Did you pop rivet the aluminum to the bracket

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Thanks for subscribing, and unfortunately I let the vintage KTM go…. I did not pop rivet it I drilled it out and use nuts and bolts. What kind of carpentry work do you do I’m kind of a woodworking nerd however I left my wood shop in Maine but I do like building custom furniture ..

[@roseboudreaux4645]

Nice! Thinking of putting mine into a metal toolbox. So it works with a 12v plug into a Goal Zero? What power GZ do you have?

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Grammy Rose Boudreaux I have the 1000 I run my diesel heater and my domtic refrigerator and I can get three days and and still have about 20% left..I’m very happy with the set up so far

[@charleschamberlain53]

You would have figured that out if you read the instructions that came with the 12v diesel heater

[@brad1179]

Great video. I'm thinking about getting one of those for 18' weldcraft boat for some winter fishing trips. Are you in Portland?

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Brad Baker I got a buddy that’s going to put one in his fishing boat as well.. Yes I live in the Portland area how about yourself?

[@brad1179]

@@ADVwithRoscoe yes sir.... gresham!

[@kieranward345]

Is it loud

[@robertplant9694]

Am I gonna see you camped at meadows this ski season?

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

yes or at Bennet pass >>> hopefully soon!!!!

[@Gusinabus]

Just bought one about yo install. How hot is the exhaust ? Any concerns about the exhaust pipe too close to wood on the side of the camper?

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Gus inabus Where it comes out of the heater it is damn hot very hot when it comes out the end or the muffler you could put your hand in front of it but right out of the heater it is hot

[@sperryclark87]

Ingenious with the diamond plate shelf. What Carbon Monoxide detectors are RV friendly? Or does that even matter? And would they be able to detect dangerous levels of methane??? An added level of insurance...

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Sean Clark I will be adding a carbon monoxide detector and tell then it will not be running while I sleep. I’m looking for a methane detector that I can put in my sleeping bag, That is where the biggest methane leak is coming from..😂

[@royjohnson8122]

Definitely have two CO detectors. Always have redundant units. All it takes is a crack in the heat exchanger of the heater to have CO in the cabin. Let's face it.... these are not top shelf heaters. The Chinese don't care if there are problems. (Same reason I say have two CO detectors... they are made in China too).

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Roy Johnson You make a good point, I believe I will add a second one 🙏

[@dominion12ga]

Lol.. it will fit just keep trying..😅😅

[@TheFeliceSkye]

Thanks for this video😊 Did the smell that you mentioned ever go away?

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

feliceskye Yes it did, it was just the oil’s from manufacturing burning off after letting it run for about an hour the smell was gone. Are you thinking about putting one in if so what vehicle

[@TheFeliceSkye]

ADVwithRoscoe thanks for the quick response💗 That’s good to know. Yes, I am. I have a 1987 Aeolite by Establishment. It’s on a Chevy Astro chassis. Originally it had a Suburban heater but I don’t want anything to do with propane. I keep seeing videos on these heaters so I’m strongly considering it. Also, even though my rig runs on gas I’m also considering hydronic water heating for the shower. I’d remove the original heater and put the new one in its spot. Trying to work out the logistics of the auxiliary tank and all that jazz. I’m very particular so it has to be pretty and practical. Lol.

[@clammi]

@@ADVwithRoscoe Yes i was wondering about the smell as well and I am coming to the end of my camper rebuild and was thinking about installing one

[@Syed.S.A]

Where I can buy this heater

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Just google Chinese diesel heater, plus I think they have them on Amazon

[@Syed.S.A]

@@ADVwithRoscoe Thanks, I checked Amazon has whole kit for $250 Canadian dollars for whole kit

[@Syed.S.A]

That's 8kw though.

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

That sounds about right because I believe you can find them for around $100 US good luck text me if you have any questions

[@bobbobobob5100]

i don't think i'd put a chinese heater in front of my only exit.

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Bob Bobobob I’ve never been accused of being too smart, but I do have a fire extinguisher between me and the door. I hope to God I never have to use it

[@west86ers]

Hey did it work well with the goal zero ??

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Well it’s funny you should ask that question I recently found out that the fuel pump does not like the lithium battery so I’m switching to a lead acid battery just for the diesel heater

[@briandriscoll6633]

What was the issue? I’m setting mine up now and planning to plug into my goal zero 400. What port did you use on the goal zero? I’ve got a fridge on the cig lighter port. Thanks

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

@@briandriscoll6633 I bought a cigarette lighter splitter and I have my refrigerator and my Diesel heater plugged into the same cigarette port. I’ve had a few issues with fuel pumps I’m not sure if it’s the position of the pump or the lithium battery still trying to work that out,,I’m starting to think it’s the position of the pump because I just lost another fuel pump running on a lead acid battery

[@420BLUNTLEY]

@@ADVwithRoscoe how did you mitigate

[@joshreed7102]

God almighty I hope you don’t keep a dog in there unattended.

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Josh Reed I haven’t yet, do you think it would be dangerous?

[@joshreed7102]

ADVwithRoscoe I don’t trust anything made in China, seriously!

[@jannekaariainen4333]

Hello that heater has asbest gasgets it is leathal in use . It is also leathal in co and co 2 exhaust gases. Stop these films I have worked 30 years with heaters. RIP

[@ADVwithRoscoe]

Janne Kääriäinen Thank you for the heads up I will certainly look into this

[@troutstag]

It’s not like you are breathing the exhaust. It has a separate chamber for combustion. Check out John McK 47 for all the info on these you need. I watched his whole series and he goes into the safety and all aspects.

[@royjohnson8122]

There is nothing wrong with asbestos gaskets. Frankly I doubt the Chinese would be using asbestos when fiberglass would do. Do they emit CO in the passenger cabin? If they did, it would have already been caught. However, ANY TIME you use a combustion heater, a WORKING CO detector needs to be in place. I doubt these heaters have low O2 shutdown like a higher quality heater would have, however they draw combustion air from outside.