Testing a Mr. Heater Portable Buddy in my Truck Cap Camper

[@rebelartstudio3730]

nice explosion, thanks for the interesting review. I gotta get one for a few weeks for my van, so I'll make sure it gets some air and vented. Very cold right now 7f degrees out.

[@alfredoverno9674]

I for one appreciate the tiny explosion during removal. It made me spit my coffee out. Haha mission accomplished. Great video. I also APPRECIATE the "no intro". So many people add their INTRO reel to every video. I like to watch and learn. Thanks again. Refreshing change.

[@WhentheDustSettles]

🤣 Thanks for the kind words…sorry about the coffee!

[@VictorMartinez-vp9gd]

I'm with you on that, " Intro Nonsense, " which I fast forward past the garbage !

[@adampeters2454]

Thanks for the video! You can buy a hose adapter for around $15 that hooks the buddy to the 20LB tank, so no 1LB refills.

[@VincentVagabond]

Venting with that heater is key. Having the insurance of the Kidde is absolutely necessary. I use two buddies in my ice fishing fabric tent when I go winter camping in -30c. They shut off if I don’t have two windows open for proper venting. My only complaint with the heater is they are super hard to ignite in the extreme cold. Great video as per! 👊🤙

[@WarriorWisdom]

Yep these things are awesome! I love my buddy heater. Great video.

[@WhentheDustSettles]

Thanks 👍

[@americaswildestprospector]

Jesus! That explosion woke me the F up and I was getting ready to fall asleep😂

[@marykaylayman1078]

So glad to have found your channel 🎉 Have wanted to build our truck out and you have been the best so far. We are almost 70 and need to figure out how to get in and out easier. Great videos ❤

[@WhentheDustSettles]

Aww…why thank you very much! I appreciate the kind words and I’m glad you have found the videos helpful. In and out is a challenge. I have some arthritis in the knees and a bad back and I do start to feel it after a bit. Sometimes I think a van would be more ideal.

[@jasonherman4833]

​@@WhentheDustSettles Hey, Jason from NC here... talked a few times. Thanks for the video...!!! Good info! Out of curiosity...do you happen to know or guess approximately where the gas level "would" be maybe in this low profile setup? Thanks again ! God Bless...!

[@jasonherman4833]

​@@WhentheDustSettles Sorry, also meant to mention...have you thought about a little flip out/slide down ladder afixed to the inside of the tailgate maybe I've hurt my back bad one time doing that (one leg hip twister hop up)...LOL And I have the same truck....Just an idea I know how absolutely innovative you are GOD through you... And could come up with a genius hack for that....if so, Thanks again! May God Bless!

[@WhentheDustSettles]

@@jasonherman4833 Hi Jason! Sorry, I’m not quite sure about the question…are you wondering about the propane level consumption? If so, there is a pretty clear delineation line of condensation on the tank as you use it that gives you a pretty good indication. Hope I answered that correctly. I have definitely considered a fold down ladder. I eventually gave up on the idea because I didn’t want to interfere with the double bed area. I did consider a fold out step that fits in the hitch. Amazon has one. Be blessed!

[@jasonherman4833]

@@WhentheDustSettles Hey, no sir, Thanks though... gas level as in CO level inside the Tramper.... detector high or low oe midway between the cap and the floor? Thanks again.....!

[@shannond2707]

Those Kidde carbon monoxide detectors are the best. They have a 10 year battery and will beep (loudly and alarmingly) if the sensor holes are blocked. I use the same one when I'm working in garages in the winter with my propane heaters. Great video, thanks!

[@rcdad2]

I added the ECO fan hack to my Mr Buddy. Highly recommend it

[@WhentheDustSettles]

Awesome…will have to look into it!

[@rcdad2]

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[@WhentheDustSettles]

@@rcdad2 that’s pretty slick…thanks for sharing!

[@0guiteo]

Thanks. I use a Mr. Buddy in my 28 ft. sailboat, with all the safety measures you do. I'm still a little nervous about it, but the ventilation is built in and the CO detector eases some of my worries.

[@stephenhuber1079]

I've seen other KZbinr's cook off of the Mr. Buddy heaters. Looks downright cozy in the Tramper.

[@WhentheDustSettles]

Thanks…it definitely is when it gets heated up. I should have brought some marshmallows to roast in front of it! 😋

[@tervo05]

Ok that explosion got me😂and you in your Jammie’s 🤣😂🫡

[@joshkliniske6766]

I've been thinking of adding a rv roof vent fan to my topper but never seen anyone do it. Now i might have to follow through on it!

[@SVMSICE]

Ohhhhh wow great idea! I’ve never seen anyone before on KZbin heating their camping space with one of the Mr Buddy Portable Buddy heater or Portable Buddy. All I’ve seen is the Mr Heater Portable Buddy. All beeeeeeeeee! I’m just messing with you. I found it funny that you said the name about 3 different ways and none of them were correct. I like to use the hose and power mine off the 20lb tank do you don’t run out and have to change it in the middle of the night. I run mine all through the night on low. Keeps it decent in my tent.

[@Below_Average_Nerd]

worth noting: I live in Colorado and these are hard to light and often do not stay lit over about 10,000'. So, if you're camping at high altitude, plan on having an alternate source of heat.

[@greenwave792]

Awesome, mr. buddy for the win.

[@lupelacy5668]

Love the humor and the info. Ty

[@Ready_for_apocalypse]

That explosion scared the shit outta me 😂

[@WhentheDustSettles]

Hehe

[@alasdairnewlands9283]

Good video mate, light funny and refreshing!! you got a sub!

[@WhentheDustSettles]

Awesome, thank you!

[@WesternRAM]

2:50 was a jump scare I was not expecting! 🤣

[@Guzman1776]

Correct me if I’m wrong but I believe there’s a bigger buddy heater with an adapter to screw straight into the big propane tank 👀

[@roccon1338]

Loved that how to video. Thankyou.

[@gsjtruckingllc]

Simple informative and fun. Thanks for your videos! Whats your opinion now that its been a year since you posted this? Thank You!

[@jeffreyvaughn6332]

They make adapter hoses so that you can hook the 20 pounder directly to your heater

[@WhentheDustSettles]

Thanks for the info…we appreciate it!

[@markcomer2700]

@@WhentheDustSettlesI use the adaptor to the 20lb tank with the buddy in my shop during winter. A game changer. That said, going to try the 1 lb fill for the grand girls sporting events. Thx

[@quinni3b]

Thank you for the demonstration to refilling the small green propane tank.

[@angelogarciajr5356]

I dont have a roof vent just side windows. You leave it on all night? Does one bottle last all night or more than one night. I used to just light my propane lantern to break the chill at bed time and shut off once in bed. Light again in the morning to get up. I dont think I need one this big. I am seldom in very cold areas here like that. Thx

[@natash440]

Arse. For a split second, I actually thought 💥 I always think this will happen whenever I handle tanks. 🥵

[@WhentheDustSettles]

😆 sorry!

[@AAA-k8f5e]

I think it is Mr. Heater Buddy. They have there own tillable bottles

[@battlehusky5812]

2:48 YOU KNOW!!! Not cool man about pissed myself lol 😂 😂

[@peterolsen3797]

If you wish to have the Mr Buddy heater last more than one season add the optional filter. Ask me how i know. Seems the water in the propane messes with the heater surface.

[@WhentheDustSettles]

Let me guess...you learned the hard way? Thanks for the tip...I appreciate it!

[@49studebaker1]

Could you turn off the heater and time how long it takes for the temperature to drop five degrees? Switch the heater to pilot light and leave it on the pilot light setting. Does the temperature remain the same? Does it decrease the amount of time for the temperature to drop five degrees?

[@MSWcryptoworker]

A long time ago Ihad an old fashioned electric heater which had a grill. My blankets fell off my bed. I almost burned to death. Woke up with my bed on fire because my blanket had fallen on the heater’s grill.

[@mosthi100]

Very helpful

[@Josh-pn4qb]

Great video just bought one for cold weather tent camping! I’m also a big Mountain Hardware fan, can I ask what model jacket you are wearing?

[@John-f8o8u]

Just buy a propane hose for the heater and run off the 20 lbs tank . I have the same heater use it for ice fishing with a 20 lbs tank.

[@Josephasaurus]

Those buddy heaters are great almost too good for a camper or tent but they do have a smaller version that mounts directly to top works amazing too

[@WhentheDustSettles]

Yeah, that’s for sure…can quickly become a sauna! I saw that little one…I was afraid I’d knock it over by accident.

[@Josephasaurus]

@@WhentheDustSettles true but even the small one has the tilt shut off feature so that's good lol

[@barrykehoe996]

How many times can you refill the little propane tanks with one big propane tank?

[@lulehmberg601]

Thats great,thanks for sharing.For how many hours would it be working on high power ? Greetings from Germany,Silke👋👍

[@Mr.FullSize]

I have this heater in my shopping cart, I'm just starting to set up my 07 Ram for camping but I'm also unsure. If you are alone there is room for this heater, with my son I need a wider bed and the space is very tight, especially since I am afraid that a sleeping bag or blanket will get dirty when I sleep. How do you see that? and how long can you heat with this filling? great video, greetings from Austria

[@BruthaVIII]

Great video/product review. Question: is that an aftermarket vent in the cap roof? I have a Snugtop cap and I would like to know more about the vent/fan. Thank you!

[@WhentheDustSettles]

Thank you! It’s a maxxair fan. Check out my tour video…it has a link in the description for the one I used. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHizZmWulq2JsNk

[@lakayfreddiecastillo2599]

I’m building my own truck camper and looking for a heater to use during camping in the winter. How long you can used a one pound of propane continuously in that Mr. Buddy? Nice video it’s educational too.

[@NomadicSal]

I get like 6 hours continuous on low with a one poumd tank. But i have it hooked to a 20 pound, and it lasts literally forever

[@formulasaltythunder4806]

Have you had any condensation on the 1 pound bottle after use?

[@Bryan-wc3et]

How long does a cylinder last on low?

[@keithloucks7167]

Have watched and enjoyed many of your videos. As an Engineer with experience with propane and natural gas codes in Canada I would recommend a CO sensor and alarm. Buddy heaters are well made, but it is a direct fired device that in Buildings require CO sensors. Many people perish from propane heaters not working in rvs.

[@WhentheDustSettles]

Thanks Keith! I absolutely agree. At 4:43 in the video I show which detector I use…definitely wouldn’t run it in there without having it and also opening a window with the fan on low reversed drawing fresh air in and the inside air out.

[@totaldla]

They're not dying from Mr.Buddy heaters. Not all heaters are created equal.

[@CalebBlock]

2:45 savage special effects

[@Missteree87]

Where/how do you store your propane tanks?

[@nealamesbury7953]

So, u closed the tailgate, from the inside. ?

[@brocklewis6462]

You might want to check and see what kind of detector you have because apparently those are meant for homes and aren’t sensitive enough to pick up small amounts

[@themidwestwholesaler]

How long does one bottle last in your truck?

[@mikehoehn1475]

Why not use the 20 lbs tank as to avoid the refill process ??

[@switch231]

They make a hose that connects a 20 lb propane tank to the Mr Buddy.

[@Fen0lR3D]

Today was the first day ive heard the term tramper 😂

[@FT4Freedom]

1lb. Cannister can be refilled but are only designed for single use. There are safety issues. Especially when inverting a random 20lb with junk in it.

[@TheTugboatgirl]

I thought the same thing. There is an adapter hose that will run straight to a 20lb tank

[@UncleFjester]

Oh Karen!

[@MrKeenaz]

By filling them you’re leaving a smaller waste footprint. If we all did just a tiny bit, the world will be a better place. Cheers.

[@WhentheDustSettles]

Great way took at it! Godspeed!

[@georgenelson8917]

Always good to recycle, however reuse of the little bottle is very minor: don’t breed more kids, huge huge huge footprint , plus they will not have to suffer and die in the horrific looming future . . Don’t eat beef , huge foot print .

[@alfredoverno9674]

Yes sir, make a tiny footprint. Great stewardship of this planet. The earth is the insane assylum of the universe. (I saw that on a.bumper sticker)

[@talonraph6524]

Flame King makes a refillable 1lb. Love them

[@tangogulf3161]

And please don’t fly your private jet to Davos.

[@chrisssmallengines7163]

They do make adaptor hoses to hook up the 20 lbs. tank to the heater , you did not talk about this .

[@WhentheDustSettles]

Yeah, I have seen this. Definitely would be handy. I just don’t have room in the cap for the 20lb tank and don’t want to leave a window open for the hose to go outside.

[@rcdad2]

You also need to use the filter or bits or rubber end up plugging the regulator, if I had fully read the instructions before using the hose I would have save the cost of the new regulator. I now just refill 1 pounders

[@myke_bota7590]

​@@WhentheDustSettlesI will be strapping my 20lb tank in inside a milk crate and placing it in a rear mount hitch carrier and running my hose from there

[@MC-hs4mf]

Use in moving vehicle while driving?

[@WhentheDustSettles]

I wouldn’t.

[@sandysalyers2996]

When going to sleep do you shut it off? looks like it works good but looks to get very hot wife told me open the window 😮

[@MrDadGuy]

Got me!

[@MaritimeUnprepared]

The only problem with the Buddy is the moisture. All smooth surfaces become super wet😂

[@RonMccall-u3e]

An adapter will connect it directly to a 20# tank.

[@blackydon]

If you buy the 10m hose then you won’t need an adapter as it has no oil in it like the others.

[@christinamacintyre9972]

You didnt mention the most important point - it matches the interior of the tramper

[@WhentheDustSettles]

Haha…so true!

[@SQWIB]

Fantastic. I use the little buddy and the Mr. Buddy. The little buddy I have mounted with a removable for extinguisher mount, less chance of tipping. Here's the build in my Suburban if you are interested. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmnIi3tvet6ta6csi=domh8Mor_Tn604Cg Thanks again👍

[@WhentheDustSettles]

Great idea!

[@louisaisthankful4603]

I agree. Not funny. 😒 But other than that... Yay 🤩

[@WhentheDustSettles]

🤣😆 It’s even worse with headphones on. Sorry.😊

[@dbergum1]

Made me jump...wth...lmao

[@opsman270]

like hooking 20lb up direct

[@funnystuff1614]

just get the hose man. i have gone the refill rout and it gets old.

[@WhentheDustSettles]

Agreed!

[@ZenithE8]

Those things are too big ( hot ) for a truck no? Wouldnt burned my car seat out.

[@Mrgrantoloso]

2:50 fu lol

[@paulsmith1102]

Wrong. You didn’t let the air out.

[@trackman515]

Get an Ozark Trail heater...Buddy Heater sucks!

[@peterloichtl4512]

I dont like any of the mr buddy heaters.

[@michaeldeluca7536]

Just wondering why?

[@philipwelsh1862]

Don’t you like your home .? Explain why you go out in freezing weather = here in England we love our homes and stay in by the home fire. Can’t understand why you want to freeze = they say mad dogs and English men go out in the midday sun but to do this is potty = or do you just want to get away from the mrs and like the solitude?