Turning an old PROPANE TANK into a Wood Burning Heater - FAIL

[@dalerogers772]

Not really a FAIL, just a bump in the road and a slight learning curve. Keep improvising and learning.

[@WILDBOYRiL]

Thank Dale, I’ve gotten the right stove piping now it’ll be in my next tiny cabin build video so stay tuned and thanks for watching.

[@andyhyde4711]

Probably smaller door too. Stronger draft with smaller door

[@66dimar]

Exhaust pipe from a large diesel engine should work good for a chimney, I think it is 5in. The door should fit tighter and have an adjustable air intake vent.

[@WILDBOYRiL]

Thanks for the tips! I got stove piping from Lowe’s and that’s a mod I definitely need is a air intake.

[@itsamysticlife3500]

That's exactly what I was going to say.

[@YakDaddy7525]

I love the simplicity, such a badass idea!

[@glennsmallwood2130]

Looks great hope that you find the right pipe

[@WILDBOYRiL]

Thanks for watching and I found the right piping at Lowe’s

[@CorvusNumber6]

Definitely not a fail mate! One thing I would do though, is make sure there is a good fireproof seal around the top of the stove where the flue joins it. Great upload! Cheers, Dave.

[@gerritesch3936]

It's is still a win, because you learned that you will have to have a more substantial chimney. Plus, I was imagining that if i were to build a chimney for a stove I would have done the same thing. So you still taught me something valuable. Just found your channel and I'm loving it

[@42lookc]

That looks like a good little stove. Your short cut on hanging the door is exactly how I've done it. You can't miss that way. If you can find some good scrap yard truck exhaust pipe you'll be able to put all the heat you want through it for cheap.

[@WILDBOYRiL]

Thanks for the tips!

[@chrisbowden4009]

Not a fail! Thanks for sharing.

[@sharonmckenzie8223]

Love the ingenuity.. very creative…

[@fret9]

I built one from an old pop up camper frame...still learning how it burns...being able to control airflow is vital especially in a small area such as a cabin or camper...getting ready to build a propane tank stove now...ooh the options...

[@t3dwards13]

Nice!!! I thought it weird to use something like that outdoors. I didn't know it was for the cabin.

[@itsamysticlife3500]

Great video. It's not a fail, just an idea that needs some adjustments. Nothings a fail until you quit trying. After you get your stove set up in your cabin, you can add a great sink in the form of some dry stacked bricks around the back of the stove. If you leave a bit of a gap between the bricks of each course, the great can soak in better. The heat sink will help to make the cabin more comfy and save you time and wood on fire tending. I have a video called "Cheater Mass Heater" that I did some years ago to help show folk the concept. Keep up the great work

[@ThomasS1776]

Great videos sir, can’t wait to share them with my boys.

[@Mitabeitah]

what screws do you use at 1:45?

[@msgottaneedtoknow]

It seems the wood stove itself worked pretty good. Just have to get the correct stovepipe. At least you realized it before you needed it. 😊

[@lewistaylor228]

I really like how you do your videos! Thanks for sharing with us! What kind of saw was that you had beside your pack & axe at the end of the video?

[@stormyweather2837]

Cool I want to make one. Did you use self taping screws for the hinges or did you have to drill the holes ?

[@lisarochwarg4707]

He drilled the holes.

[@ericrose9499]

Get the black pipe from Lowes or tractor supply its light and would be easier to carry if you wanted to take it to the woods I think its 6in and they have a damper that goes in the pipe I think its like 12 bucks that's not a failure lol 😉

[@WILDBOYRiL]

Thanks Eric that’s the exact pipe I got, damper as well putting it in the cabin this weekend

[@ericrose9499]

@@WILDBOYRiL you good to go now bro I run that in my house so I know it's gonna hol up I got a 3x3 wood stove that I run a 6in pipe out of it will glow it gets so hot but never really had a problem with it yet knock on wood 🪵 😅

[@chrissample3047]

Good idea

[@WILDBOYRiL]

Thanks Chris

[@DIYhomestead1]

Add 4-6" of steel collar on top before going into the thin stove pipe (weld it into place, no welder use your L brackets and seal it with high temp caulk) that should reduce heat to the thinner pipe. Side note: I would add a baffle (heat shield) inside at an upward angle just below the exhaust (should prevent flames from entering the chimney too much. 20# propane builds can be tricky adding accessories. For example adding a secondary combustion chamber 😂 don't forget your stove legs 🤙🏼 all and all looks good, keep up the progress! Farmstead On

[@Ed19601]

not a failure at all, it taught you you need a better pipe :-) you may want to think of putting a baffle plate in your stove. It will burn more efficiently and likely spare yr chimney a bit as well. love your saw

[@lisarochwarg4707]

I hope to see the new improved stove so I can see how these things are done.

[@j.pjoseph8491]

Love your vids

[@scottferris6341]

What's the knife you use in this video?

[@nevadadesertrat267]

I would drill some holes all the way around low on the can. As for the chimney I would have it go straight up no elbow.

[@robertletellier8183]

you need to cut at least 2 four would be nice square 2x2 cut outs at the bottom of the tank just above the ring on the bottom of the tank for a draft also take a 1/4 inch or bigger inch drill bit and go around the tank and drill holes at random also for a draft

[@WILDBOYRiL]

Thanks for the feedback Robert then my next mod is ventilation near the bottom of the tank thanks for those suggestions

[@borreal_trekker]

I know this is a DIY project but, there are better options for indoor wood burning stoves for cabins. At some point I can see you upgrading to a hot tent and these types of products are already designed for exactly for this setup. Safety is paramount especially if you are planning on sleeping next to it. Stay safe!

[@WILDBOYRiL]

FYI I have a hot tent and TWO wood burning stoves at the time of this project but I’m just trying to figure out what that has to do with this project 🧐

[@borreal_trekker]

@@WILDBOYRiL well excuse me.

[@BeamsOutdoors]

You need the thicker pipe used on gas water heaters

[@WILDBOYRiL]

I replaced it with the 6in black stove piping

[@BeamsOutdoors]

Should work great now

[@traceyMustafa]

Its all about trial and error...great idea..

[@Sevastra666]

That would have worked but do a double layer pipe and vent holes or slots to disperse heat I do the same thing for ice shack heat

[@ThePatrioticPirate]

That is a good idea. You could be on to something

[@munchkin5674]

How about some legs. They could be made from bolts. The right sized nuts could be welded to the bottom of the tank. When transporting, the legs can be unscrewed and stored inside the tank.

[@adventureswithken1983]

Better piping and some air vents on the front and she should rock.

[@razorsazors]

What diameter pipe was this? I'm currently making a lay down tank style and was going to go with 4". Looks like you used 3"? I want to make sure I got bigger than what Is in the video. Also, I believe you used aluminum pipe in this video. Aluminum has a much lower melting point than steel. Not about thickness. I see on the other comments you switched to black pipe which is much better, I have used HVAC ducting with success as well(the shiny stuff). Black pipe is like 24 gauge and HVAC is 28-30 depending on box store, but they are both steel. Had it glowing cherry red multiple times, for an outdoor oil burning heater. Feel really brave when you are outside and it can meltdown with no problems. Bring it inside? I'd be a little sketched out. Just another material you can try. But black pipe is absolutely better, just more costly. I believe 2ft of black pipe same cost as 5ft of rigid HVAC ducting.

[@Kkkyle6661]

If you cut the door out of a different propane tank it will work a lot better!

[@LD__]

1.02K 👏

[@WILDBOYRiL]

💯💪🏾

[@sterlingwilkes3240]

No worries brother, at least you didnt do the first burn indoors. The only way to learn is to screw stuff up, laugh at yourself and try it again.

[@williambayliff4262]

Post more fail videos haha. Normalize the L as a lesson

[@GreenChronicles561]

Great project man. You did your thing. I’m definitely gonna use this video to make my own. I do have one question, did you ever end up finding out what type of piping would be best for withstanding the heat of the exhaust?

[@WILDBOYRiL]

Thank you & Yes 6in stove piping you can get if from Lowes