Hi folks. If you haven't noticed my profile I live on Galveston Island. We don't DO cold here. today is about 73, (Nov 29, 2014) BUT, I got my Scamp so I can either go down and camp on the beach or head for the New Mexico mountains. I am pretty satisfied with the set up-would really like a fridge, but- but I need some SAFE source of heat for my and the dogs. We are talking a 13' Scamp here. What heaters have you guys tried and loved or hated?? I am looking at something like the Buddy or Mr. Heater, maybe the Coleman version> Thanks for your experience. PG
Sat, 11/29/2014 - 13:33
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propane heaters for very small spaces
We use one of those forever sold, small grey ceramic heaters, saving our propane. We park in areas with full hookups so we use their electricity! Works great! The thermostat also works great too. I was told the two most important things to bring in a Scamp are a ceramic heater and electric skillet. Both are very true!
<p>Doug Allen 2016 Ford F-150 2018 Lance 1575</p>
Yes Doug, those are the best when electricity is available. I still have a circa 1997 Pelonis Ceramic Heater that would comfortable heat my fifth wheel when we were full timers. BUT, the concern now is for non-electric heat. I no longer camp at official RV parks and try to even avoid the State parks when I can. I have the whole Texas Coast line from near Beaumont down to south Padre Island available for free camping.And in New Mexico the opportunities are endless up in the mountains. so, still looking for input on propane heaters. I don't want to run the generator all night just to power an electric heater.
by the way, I checked on the wife's 2012 Escape. it is the 4 cyl. Ecoboost model. I bet the extra weight of the larger engine helps with the front wheel drive issue. but for off roading I use the Jeep anyway. PG
We are so new to Scamping, we are going to use many full service campgrounds for the near term. We enjoy such amentetirs as water and electric and stores. We also enjoy the fun and comfort of other campers. Sme day we will enjoy the type of travel you are now enjoying. Once my bride retires the world is ours to travel, and travel we will in our Scamp!
<p>Doug Allen 2016 Ford F-150 2018 Lance 1575</p>
We've used the Mr. Heater F232000 MH9BX Buddy 4,000-9,000-BTU Indoor-Safe Portable Radiant Heater
in the 13 as well as Doug's Electric Ceramic Cube type when utilities are available. The Mr Buddy seemed to create a good bit of condensation when we used it, but not unbearable. I know a lot of Scampers like the Coleman BlackCat/SportCat Catalytic heaters.
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I'm about to buy a Mr Buddy heater for my 1984 13 ft ,to take the chill off the early spring or later fall nights here in Maine .
I would appreciate help in choosing either the Little buddy {smaller style } or larger Mr Buddy{MH ( BX} model ? The larger seems like it might be overkill for the small space .
Thanks
I agree with Greg. The Mr. Buddy is a good choise. For where you are may be only the Little Buddy model might do also. Space is always at a premium in our little units so going small may be the better idea.
Mr. Heater F215100 MH4B Little Buddy 3800-BTU Indoor-Safe Propane Heater
We just got back from Big Bend National Park in TX. They had a winter storm warning while we were there, and freezing rain. Due to the cloudy weather our solar panel wasn't keeping up with the demands of the built-in heater fan, so our battery voltage was getting lower every night. Fortunately I also packed our Mr Heater Buddy heater for this trip in case we needed it, and it was a lifesaver.
The Buddy heater fired up right away and gave a nice heat output even on the low setting. We got about 5 or 6 hours on the low setting from a 16 oz propane bottle. We made sure to keep the roof vent open as we always do with any heat source and condensation was not bad at all. They advertise that they work up to 7000' elevation (Chisos basin was only 5,400').
I like the safety features built into the Buddy heater, like oxygen sensor cutoff and tipover protection.
John/Dave and Marilyn Haggerty
2005 Scamp 16 standard side dinette
04 Dodge Dakota Quad cab 4.7
17 Dodge Durango 3.6
19 Ford Ranger Supercrew Ecoboost
I don't want to be anywhere the smallest Mr. Buddy won't do the job! That said it has worked from Ruidoso, NM at 7000 feet and way too cold, to Galveston Island and lower 40's. Best deal going if there aren't any hookups! PG
Well, our trusty grey old ceramic heater died. Cosco to,the rescue and a new smart heater, that rotates, and has a thermostat.
<p>Doug Allen 2016 Ford F-150 2018 Lance 1575</p>