Ammo Can Wood Burning Tent Stove. Make a Tent Heater for Winter Camping.

Well, you asked for it, so here it is!
In this video I will be making a wood burning tent stove for tent camping. Using an old army surplus .50 cal ammunition can, some car exhaust parts and some scrap metal, this can be build easily using basic tools - no welding needed!
A tent stove prolongs the camping season to year round, no matter how cold the climate - the stove pipe exits the tent through a stove jack and all the smoke and harmful gases are exhausted safely outside. Being a wood burner with adjustable air intake and adjustable draw, the burn can be carefully controlled, meaning that you can keep your tent at a toasty and comfortable temperature using a fraction of the fuel that you’d need for an open fire.
It goes without saying that care is needed when using any sort of heat source in a tent - modern synthetic materials can be highly flammable and a wide range of conditions can affect how efficiently the gases are exhausted. Always ensure that sleeping bags, synthetic clothing, fuel etc are kept well away from the stove at all times and ensure there is plenty of ventilation. A carbon monoxide detector can be a life saver, so use one.
I really hope this video helps to answer some of the questions some of you have had about my old wood stove. This new version has some improvements too.
There are a few details that I forgot to mention in the video so I’ll list them below.
Thanks for watching and happy building!
Cost of build: About £60
Time taken to build: 13 hours (including filming time)
Weight of complete stove: 7kg (15 1/2Ib)
Thickness of scrap steel 1mm (3/64”)
(used on door, brackets etc)
Links
.50 cal ammunition can
www.militarymart.co.uk/50-cal...
Spring clips
www.magrenko.com/products/but...
Starlock washers
www.toolfastdirect.co.uk/acat...
Stainless steel pop rivets
www.ukfixings.net/A2-Stainles...
Exhaust sections
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Any-Size-R...
Exhaust coupler
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Exhaust-Fl...
Stove paint
www.amazon.co.uk/400ml-Stove-...
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Jenny’s Theme by Audionautix Soul Search by Silent Partner

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Hi Folks, thanks for watching! Just wanted to point you towards the description box below the video - I’ve added some additional information about the stove there - just click on the title below the video. Cheers. 🔥

[@perhapsfreddie8434]

Simon, a bloke in the woods hi simon, just want to say you have helped me through a really though time. My dog just died and I was really upset, then I went on KZbin after a couple of days and saw this vid, watching it now but looks great, you da best. O.s. Can you camp on Dartmoor national park

[@wolfman2500HD]

Can you make a video detailing your polish lavvu tent you made. I want to make one but I would like a detailed list or video going more in depth. Thank you I would really appreciate it.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

@Ashley Cumming Sorry to hear about your Dog - heart breaking! Dartmoor is one of the only places in England where you CAN wild camp! 👍🏕

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

@Wolf Man I might do at some point. 👍🏕

[@perhapsfreddie8434]

Simon, a bloke in the woods yeah I went for my b day, it’s great I live like 7 miles away so I go there quite often

[@brentcarrol2976]

Keep in mind that I've only used it for a couple weeks, that being said, so far so good kzbin.infoUgkxAU9pOCSV9Y5JprooHvfxTpOrt4hx8uRM . Using it at 8 ft. by 8ft. deer blind that is insulated. I have to keep the door cracked for it to get enough air to burn, but that is very likely the wood I've used. Much better quality than I expected for the price. Now if I can just take it easy in the beginning it won't be 90 degrees in my blind. All in all it seems like a keeper.

[@unclepoutdoors2420]

I have an old ammo tin in my shed and I bought a tent today, so my plan is to have another beer an continue enjoying this video

[@tenminutetokyo2643]

me outdoors Beware them diabeters.

[@dross24MA]

@me outdoors: HAHahaha! Love the *action* being drink & watch, not build. Hahaha!

[@symcardnel1741]

Highly motivated individuals depress me !: (! I'm drinking and enjoying ONLY.

[@justinakers3196]

Hey partner, just so you know you can buy a new ammo cans. If it’s a vintage I am OK and I came from Vietnam to or North Korea, you should def save it

[@ruthejimenez]

Hahaha. Outstanding comment.

[@stevewhite8263]

I'm actually a vendor to convenience stores here in Oklahoma. I have literally pulled off the side of the road at a carwash to watch your awesome video. So worth it keep em coming.

[@KimberlyGreen]

Hey fellow Okie.

[@davidvail6638]

@@KimberlyGreen Hi fellow Okie's!

[@KimberlyGreen]

What are the chances that there are at least 3 Oklahoma residents watching an English outdoorsman? Too funny.

[@rodbagley]

@@KimberlyGreen Ohio starts with an O. Does that count for something?

[@KimberlyGreen]

@@rodbagley Weeelllll ... it doesn't really fit in with the Oklahoma theme. But it's got 'hi' in it & that's friendly like Oklahoma. So sure. 😉

[@UpRiverOutdoors9413]

I built one using a fat 50 can about 2 years ago based on this video, watching again as I get ready to make another

[@roger4375]

In a word “Brilliant”! I’ve said it before on a different video, all good stuff, no drama, no fuss, no problem..... Always good to see someone with tools and knows how to use them. Very entertaining and informative. 👍👍👍

[@zettle2345]

I've seen a lot of people make ammo can stoves (and I liked most of them), but to see someone who made one and uses it, come back with a new and improved version... OUTSTANDING Simon, actually loved the damper and the plate to make the smoke travel to find the chimney. Excellent updates on a great little stove to begin with. And if someone wanted 4 legs, they can use the same splayed legs you made for the back and just off-set them from the back legs, so they are beside each other when folded for transport. Thanks for all you do, great attn to detail

[@bikemannc]

MIGHTY SWEET BUILD YOU MADE HERE!!

[@carrirencher7832]

Already have my animal can and pieces of sheet metal. The legs will be the problem but I got the electric drill. I got my grinders, I've got the stuff to do it. Thank you for the show I am joyed

[@robstirling3173]

Hi Simon, If you go to a woodburning fire shop or a gas spares shop you can buy glassfibre rope and a special hi temp glue to replace the rubber can seal with the fire resistant rope seal. It should improve control by sealing the box completely.

[@steveqhanson6835]

Simon that's amazing! You're a genius.

[@aspendan2374]

Your craftsmanship and attention to detail is exceptional. I admire the use of recycling and giving new life to materials. The way you explain each step and why was very informative and easy to understand! Excellent video, I look forward to learning more. Thanks!

[@Wooley689]

This was good, shows all the steps so well.

[@stephenswanson533]

Simon, a bloke in the woodshop. I've admired your stove for some time and hoped you'd show us how you made it, thanks Simon!

[@0megaJB]

Human ingenuity is amazing.

[@Automedon2]

What a brilliant finished product. It even looks great.

[@RedswedeOutdoors]

Thank you for another briliant video. Your "Make-it" videos are second to none, absolutely top notch. Cheers!

[@monkeyanvil]

I really appreciate that you don't spend too much time on unnecessary shots. The pacing of your instruction is really nice. This little stove build is interesting and a great inspiration for reuse of an ammo can. Definitely has me thinking, thank you so much!

[@johnson784069]

Very accurate production, and the finished product is also amazing.

[@andycalarco649]

love that you showed with low tech tools... well done

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

Tremendous Stove well explained. Top man Simon.

[@MCMOutdoors]

That is ace - I wish I had the tools and skills to do this. Brilliant mate - I can appreciate the effort that went into this one. ATB - Chris

[@clifficus]

Nice one Simon, really brilliant, smart thinking, 4 legs can rock, 3 can’t. Love the tabs on the damper to hold to the rod, clever sod, 😃👍

[@jeffreycoulter4095]

I've seen a lot of these before. But, this video is the BEST description I have ever seen. Thank you Simon

[@markpoppendiek940]

I know this video is over 2 yrs old and already has over 1k comments, so I am doubtful anyone will read my comment… I just want to thank Simon for this inspirational video… I’ve completed my own ammo can stove, following the instructions as closely as the materials I had on hand permitted. I used a lot of hardware I saved from my dad’s business after he passed and was able to line the entire inside (except the lid) with thick steel sheet metal plates, and bolt everything together with rad looking stainless steel internal hex socket cap-head screws. I’m still working on the stove pipe… Amazon delivery expected tomorrow. I used forest green high temp stove paint to keep the ammo can theme going. And I used 3/4” metal conduit pipe left over from a project to add overhead lights in my garage for the legs. Yesterday I fired it up outside and got the stove exterior up to over 500° F. The paint started off-gassing and combustion was really efficient (very little smoke). I have had so much fun making this stove! Thank you Simon!

[@walterkersting9922]

I have been compulsively shopping for stoves on the new and used market and they are high; a new one about this size is going to be $1000 and if you want a little bit bigger one it could go $3000 just for the stove, then there is everything you need to install it, the contractor and pulling a build permit. Then they have these tiny little ones for RVs. Those are about 1000. I’m going to build an ammo can stove for my bedroom.

[@MrOrchidion]

Simon I really appreciate this. thank you! I've been trying to figur eout how you put that together so I could make my own and now? I have a instruction guide! you're great man!

[@ericdrisgula3879]

I will not hesitate to say that this guy has some real true undeniable skills regarding metal working and fabrication , I've spent 17 years in heavy collision , vehicle customization and restoration as well am a skilled MiG welder and steel fabricator and to watch this guy bujld this thing with the only 3 power tools he uses for the entire process being a benchtop drill press, a 4.5" angle grinder and a jigsaw with either air saw blades intended for sheet metal or he's actually managed to find actual jigsaw blades intended for steel , either way both possible blades are practically the same thing , and to watch him do the rest of this by hand was very very entertaining and refreshing for me, got a lotta respect for this dude's work he showed us in this great last 30 minutes of my evening. Keep the creativity flowing man am about to browse your channel to see what other interested impressive videos you may have online here. Thanks for this video

[@gregorcykf]

Absolutely brilliant

[@daphneraven6745]

Very much for the tutorial, Simon! That’s a really stellar bit of kit.

[@GugureSux]

As a bloke who had to carry around a heavy-ass military stove in the woods while serving, this thing looks absolutely gorgeous and handy! I would BUY one in a heartbeat!.

[@shanecorriveau3211]

Indeed , I would love to own and use this. But I'm not very handy and have many tools . Would you consider selling some ?

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thank you, I do t make them to sell I’m afraid (although in these future uncertain times, that may change!) stay safe, Simon

[@greg9403]

@@simonablokeinthewoods You have some of the best ideas. But if turn the bottom up, the lid is used to dump out the ashes and you can still use the original handle to carry the stove. One other thing take apart a hinge and mount it on the side . Two bend rods to dry your stocks.

[@timbalchin9835]

Love this tutorial Simon. It has motivated me to have a bash at one, ready for winter. I'm going to be welding mine and using a mill to put holes in. I love the way you have made this so any diy type people with virtually no specialist tools can build one. Many thanks for all your videos, the have been an inspiration in my journey to adventures. Regards Tim.

[@tarrisb2946]

Your the man Simon. Your stove was a thing of beauty and you made it look so easy. Well made sir

[@martinoutdoors6941]

Love that little stove. And I like the look of the improvements.

[@gobblerridgefarms22]

Absolutely fantastic tutorial!!! Well filmed, well narrated perfect blend of explanation and succinctness 👍

[@patappleton6285]

Ere Gobbles, there'll be no sinct sucking around here roy lad !

[@btrswt35]

I've seen and watched several videos of home made ammo can stoves and I have to say this is one of the better ones. It's simple and elegant in design and the flared legs and auto exhaust flange is a great idea.

[@vinceparke5740]

You can tell when a project is fully imagined before the start. Then it's just Zen. ;)

[@brianpoole4369]

Simon...a Jack of all trades...and master of them all

[@sheliadeshotel1110]

Wow! Just wow! So impressive!

[@platonicrhino6842]

highlighting the "dont you need 4 legs for it to be stable?" bit that he addressed: when i was in civil engineering school, we were told the minimum number of points of contact for a structure to be stable is 3 for something that is static/isn't supposed to move. now for something dynamic/is designed to move, like a car (insert reliant robin joke here) then you would need 4 points of contact, especially when going around corners. That being said, this looks like an awesome project to do if anyone plans on camping overnight! i've camped overnight in the cold. it was not pleasant, we had to huddle together for warmth, this would have been amazing to have, even for just starting a fire out in the open while the wind is blowing. Get up the good work! can't wait to see what else you come up with.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

This would count as a static object then - once set up it isn’t going to be moving around so all good. On uneven ground, you’ll only have three legs in contact anyway, so positioning them in the splayed fashion ensures a nice stable wide stance. 👍👍

[@platonicrhino6842]

@@simonablokeinthewoods agreed

[@loaferx5409]

You continue to amaze. If I ever have a son, I'm going to call him Simon and he had better make me some awesome camping gear.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

😂😂😂👍

[@shameless716]

Hey Simon! Thank you for taking the time to make a video and giving great details and explanation.

[@mooser321]

Adding this to the to-do list. Incredible video. Thank you.

[@thefourcrows]

Another cracking DIY project Simon, you should go into production with them, i am sure there are loads of folks with polish laavu set ups, who would part with the cash for one of them!!!! lol. I also take my hat off to you for not only making the stove, but to also film it, it must have taken an age to put together. Once again well done that man. Cheers Stuart.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thanks Stuart! 👍😁🔥

[@Ciotti675]

Id buy one too!

[@michaelwier1222]

I'd buy one!

[@enforcer_3574]

I would take two

[@mrhfrc8470]

This project is going to repair the relationship with my father

[@ericdrisgula3879]

You cannot place any value on that project then my friend , God bless you and your father

[@davyj7406]

Well done, Simon.

[@dwaynef5410]

Genius! And very cheap and easy to build! Thanks for sharing!

[@jonwetherell5214]

Lovely design and something we can all do at home without a ton of special gear. One question..How do the soft metal rivets hold up to the heat over a period of time?

[@mikie2501]

In his parts list in his show notes below the video the rivets are listed as stainless steel :). I was wondering myself as they looked like aluminum rivets! I've w small collection of different sized aluminum, steel and stainless steel rivets and it's hard to tell at a glance what the difference is, heh.

[@jonwetherell5214]

@@mikie2501 cheers. I should read the notes as well as watching the video.

[@sebekglab]

Step 1. of building ammo can stove: - remove live ammo from can before setting on fire- 😜

[@barryhopesgthope686]

Yes, we laugh, but we had girl who put gorilla glue in her hair.

[@jesuschristislordoflordsan427]

for sure the best ammo can building video i have seen. never thought about that spring function. thanks

[@karmakshantivyapini4734]

This is a superb instructional film, one of the best I've ever seen. Thanks for making it.

[@Monkeywrench542]

you should sell these online, maybe e-bay or something.

[@tedtbotthow9330]

Wow! Great work, Simon! Thanks for posting this. Very inspiring.

[@dennisweaver7216]

Awesome job Simon.

[@bobloblaw9302]

Next tip: How to re-sharpen drill bits after running the drill press way too fast.

[@lerenardcosmique6625]

buy a sharpener :)

[@duanesilveira4024]

ol bench grinder is best

[@larsbliss2728]

cs x 4 / d

[@jasontaylor9871]

that could be lead based paint on the box, use an appropriate mask when grinding the old paint off

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Good advice. 👍

[@garydumbauld4212]

What a great job! Very well done. Thanks.

[@barchetta1234]

Absolutely brilliant. Love it!

[@GOE-MORC]

Great videos Simon. One of the best how-to’s for this type of stove. I always enjoy your content.

[@HollywoodScoob]

Brilliant! Thanks

[@pierrebuffiere5923]

Excellent. Very clear explanation.

[@briannagorman3119]

The best approach I've seen so far and I love seeing measurements in fractions. Thanks so much

[@ilias4156]

Simon, you are the coolest.

[@martingranec3691]

Probably one of the best narrative descriptions of a project i have watched! Good for any novice starting a DYI project! Good job!

[@josephhead8345]

You're a genius. Love that stove.

[@juzuk8177]

The best ammocan video on youtube,,, Thanx Simon...

[@richschwartz8004]

Thank you for the tutorial. God bless and stay safe.

[@veronique841]

Ofcourse I can never make one but I simply love watching .Very clever and impressive ..well done Simon!

[@stuartdow7265]

That’s awesome!!

[@robertmcmahon1221]

Excellent job, thanks.

[@jaypike5424]

Nice stove. Reminds me of the GP small tent heaters we used when i was in the Army years ago.

[@jhooton75]

I have no need for one of these, but now I want to make one. Great video!

[@sball3]

Didn’t know I need this. Added to my to do list. Thanks, nice easy build

[@irvsstella]

This is exactly the video I've been needing to see as I had the same idea. This will help out massively. Thank you for taking the time to share.

[@BurtonsAttic]

Reminds me of the Yukon stoves we used in Alaska just miniature, cool! When it starts rumbling and glowing it's "Yuken"

[@OH8STN]

Amazing build, very pleasant to watch. Thanks for sharing.

[@OpenAirOutdoors]

Well done Simon👍

[@brianlykins6663]

Thank you Simon from Texas. Another great project superbly accomplished. You have a way with doing the work on your projects and a very easygoing understandable explanations. Love listening to your explanation as progress. Appreciate the conversion for those of us not on, and vigorously fighting, the metric measurements. If that's the only problem I have, I'll be lucky. Again sir, fantastic job, keep up the good work . Looking forward to more.

[@patrickevans8940]

By far the most best homemade wood stove 👍

[@Pwecko]

Once the stove is painted and you see the flames in there, it is a thing of beauty. Thank you for taking the time to make this video.

[@philipwallis5587]

Hi Simon Great video!! easy and straightforward with plenty of instructions to help the build along the way. Great job Simon love it 👍👍

[@puffingbilly3985]

I just knew I was going to enjoy this, I clicked like 4 minutes into the video. Awesome upload, very clear and informative. Thanks for taking the time to do this.

[@generationyoutube7104]

Excellent video. Very interesting, brilliant idea. Thanks Simon

[@theresabass685]

Hi Simon: One of the most resourceful guys on you tube. I watched you make a tent ⛺️ and now 2 stoves. I’m not good with metal and tools hands to delicate now but this video is such a teaching tool for anyone who wants to DIY. Thanks again for another great video keep up the great work your.doing. Luv to Maggie until next time.

[@shackman9566]

Thank you very well done. Have a great day.

[@christopherhayto1089]

awesome Simon going to have a go at one at the weekend.

[@windmill10]

Great job. The design, the build, the narration, the instruction. Well done all around! Very enjoyable to watch.

[@SurvivorMetalMan]

Excellent demonstration of your stove, it’s one of the best ammo can stoves I’ve seen.

[@daverush2426]

That's the best I've seen, I don't see how it could be any better.. Thank you for sharing

[@rubenfelan7712]

Great tutorial! Thanks for sharing!

[@uralbob1]

Thank sincerely for this how-to! Nice job!

[@guyinthewrinkledwrangler]

Dude, that's awesome! Right on and great job explaining the fab process. God bless you and yours.

[@raymondhoguelll2044]

Right on👍🏼

[@michaelrandelman8490]

Phenomenal Workmanship

[@motorcyclewild5873]

Great job you did there Simon

[@roberts6219]

Truly a piece of craftmanship Simon excellent made !!

[@peter2814]

Best KZbin video on making an ammo box stove. Definitely within the reach of anyone following this very comprehensive tutorial. Well done and thank you Simon.

[@ronhart8857]

Excellent job making a small tent stove from a ammo can. Love your channel. Be safe, stay healthy, God Bless everyone.

[@kennethacheson989]

Nicely engineered, concisely presented, thank you very much

[@jshirks]

Nicely done and thank you!!

[@willisblevins4190]

Awesome job thanks

[@jthomashnick]

Old flap disks make short work of that type of sanding as well. Great vid.