I did the same in October, it's a fine system, serves as a backup and well-distributed heat, no condensation and much more BTU per dollar. You're going to love it. I'd already bought my wood stove but decided to not install
You guys are awesome, not quite right but awesome. The bus is looking great and your attention to detail is amazing. Can't get enough of your videos. We are going to start a bus soon. Can't wait to see the finished product
Just finished binge-watching all of your videos, then this one popped up so I had to watch! Love your videos and appreciate the passion you both have for your work. Keep up the great work and keep the videos coming!!
Greetings from Skoolie Palooza 2020 in Ehrenberg, AZ. Diesel heaters are in many of the buses here at the event. Sure wish we could have seen Bussy McBusface here as well. Great video as always. Thanks for sharing.
Mike, you could install a fuel tank for the heaters and plumb them from that and have a small pump from the main tank to fill it from. A fuel guage would stop it running out. Just a thought. Not gonna mention ducting yet.
I’ve been running one of these on my skoolie build. Just one heats my 40’ bus! I recommend switching to the “dial” thermostat that has no display. It’s less of a current draw (about an amp) and just looks a lot better (Unless remote control is important.) Please make sure you have the exhaust be somewhere that you’re confident it won’t enter your living space. You do not want to breath those diesel fumes. You really should get an air quality monitor device in your bus, especially now that you have those heaters. It’s certainly possible for the combustion fumes to leak into the warm air outlet. I am moving my heater, for the 4th time, to somewhere that will put the exhaust above all my windows. It’s mounted about 10” down from the ceiling. Also, the exhaust can’t be very long without switching to a bigger pipe.
Congratulations on your growing channel. I was sure it would be a success when I first started watching last year. Good to see a couple that can laugh together.
Hi Mike & Kerry, thanks for posting your bus conversion build. I have been looking for alternative or additional sources of heat. This is a perfect idea, I am going to borrow for my build.
The air diesel heaters are great heaters for your bus. I have 2 air diesel heaters in our bus. One large Espar diesel heater that heats the basement, rear bedroom and bathroom. One Webasto diesel heater that heats the front of our bus just like you have done. It's great dry heat and only uses a small amount of diesel and 12v power. I supplied diesel from my Onan genset fuel supply line. I added a new fuel filter that now supplies diesel to the genset and 2 diesel heaters. the big Espar heater is 30 ft away. The fuel pumps have no problem pulling fuel to both heaters at the same time. I see that you added a fuel line to your tank. Make sure it does not let any water or dust get into your fuel tank as you will have big expensive bills if water gets into your fuel system. Pretty much #1 failure in diesel fuel systems is water. You could have gone to your engine fuel filter and found another fitting to t into also. Make sure you install a fuel filter for both heaters as small particles with plug the fuel nozzles in the heaters. it will save you money in the end. My heaters came with rubber gaskets to put under the heater to seal from the outside fumes. i know these are chinese air heaters but they sure look good especially with the electronics screen they come with and the price is fantastic. enjoy the heat you won't regret getting them. It's crazy how much heat they put out.
First start up with diesel heaters smoke then after a few minutes it clears up. Espar heaters in semi trucks have done it for years. I would recommend the diesel heater with coolant heater all in one unit to heat the inside and keep the coolant warm in cold weather towards the engine area.
Most rvs with heaters fueled by the main fuel tanks are set to make sure there is at least 25% of the fuel left in the tank when the heater runs out of fuel.
He was a dashing Shop Vac. She was a defroster heater. Theirs was a forbidden love. How will their love ever survive? Tune in next week to As The Bus Wheels Turn here on UA-cam. Kerry: You are awesome. That's the funniest thing I have seen all week. Mike: Keep pushing that rock up that hill--you're getting there. ( yes, you are awesome too.)
Two things to note about those heaters. 1) the exhaust and intake really don't want more than a single 90' bend in the pipe. 2) protect that fuel line w some split loom at least. 3) the fuel siphon stem, I'd bring it up a few inches so you don't suck your main tank dry.
Water will settle to the bottom of tank pick up line should be 4/5 inches above bottom to help prevent picking up water when sitting for prolonged times
Mike how do you know so much about everything important ? I only wish my partner had a fraction of the knowledge you possess, there would a happy momma and 0 drama. Lol
mike you should cut that fuel pick up tube so it is 3" off the bottom of the tank so you do not end up sucking your tank dry and have NO fuel to drive to a truck stop to get more and you should add some sort of pre filter sock so you don't clog your fuel line to your heaters and add a check valve on the fuel lines to each heater so keep from draining the other fuel line.... i just put one of these 5kw heaters in my rv but haven't been able to get it to fire up all the way.
She through you under the bus! Redundancy is definitely what you are doing you have the mini split and two Diesel heaters and are planning on a wood stove! Someone is scared of getting cold!
If you want to reduce bubbles, run the fuel line using metal break line tubing and short sections of flex only when needed. Also secures easier. Instead of using hex plug, use a hex bolt, drill it, jb weld then you have hex to tighten it.
Just wondering, does the diesel heater come with a fuel tank off its own? I’ve seen other installs where they’re using a separate tank. Apparently it doesn’t use a whole lot. I think that’s the route we plan to take… I’m not entirely comfortable (or proficient) going into the main tank.
I think others has said to cut the tube so that you don't drain the tank but also so that you don't pick up and water that might be in the tank is a good idea.
That's the same heater I put in my Vardo project 2 weeks ago . I got a "free" new 20 gallon aluminum fuel tank (from Jegs racing ) from one of my friends who builds cars as a hobby ... :-) I almost forgot .. Kerry how's the tile work going ?
You're doing so much to stay warm. However, with the waterlines outside of the bus, I'm guessing that you're going to winterize before going into truly frozen places?
Well, so far it has survived multiple 21°F nights and the pex has lived up to its hype. I doubt we will be heading into super cold places I. The winter anyway. Kerry hates the cold.
John McLukie has done many UA-cam videos on these heaters. He recommends not using the prime feature.. the pump running without diesel in it, will cause premature wear and failure. He recommends drawing fuel up to the heater, either caveman or siphon.
when hes been a bad boy he isnt sleeping in the doghouse.....nooooo she makes him sleep under the bus with the spiders as for the diesel pickup tube for the heaters , i would strongly suggest to have that pickup up about 2 inch higher then the pickuppoint for the engine of the bus , that way if the heat cuts out because the dieseltank is empty you still have some diesel for the engine to drive the bus to the gasstation to fill it up , beats the heck out of hauling jerrycans to the bus and bleeding the air out of the engine possibly draining the batteries in the process
Hi. You might want to check out David McLuckie on YT. He has a couple of neat tips on using these heaters. I especially like the use of an EGR intercooler to get hot water from the exhaust. Cheers!
painfull watching people with no mechanical ability. taping into diesel fuel line big mistake. that cheap small line WILL break it WILL suck air into main line. you will be walking with a big bill to get air out of lines all 9 of em :) put in tank or tanks for heater. never ever get low on fuel on a diesel. 50 years as top mechanic says im right
We repaired the main fuel line. Shouldn't be a proble there. We added the new standpipe so we wont get air in the bus diesel fuel line. Didnt you see that?
This heater install on my short bus was a game changer since I live full time in NYC. Luv it
I did the same in October, it's a fine system, serves as a backup and well-distributed heat, no condensation and much more BTU per dollar. You're going to love it. I'd already bought my wood stove but decided to not install
We are still adding our woodstove as our primary heat while boondocking.
You guys are awesome, not quite right but awesome. The bus is looking great and your attention to detail is amazing. Can't get enough of your videos. We are going to start a bus soon. Can't wait to see the finished product
Yall are just going to love the bus, it is turning out so nice and yall are such awesome folks.
Your French love affair with the heater was hilarious. I love it.
Just finished binge-watching all of your videos, then this one popped up so I had to watch! Love your videos and appreciate the passion you both have for your work. Keep up the great work and keep the videos coming!!
Yayyyyyyy! Mike "the do it to it like Pruitt used to to do it" man! Y'all are coming along so far on the bus build! Congrats!
Getting closer! You will really appreciate those heaters. Well done. Love - Dad
They are amazing! They work really good and really fast!
Lol favorite part is when mike looked at the front cover of the instructions and was like...yeah I know what to do.
HAHAHAHA!!!! That is all real men have to do. We just touch the instruction and absorb the knowledge.🤣
Greetings from Skoolie Palooza 2020 in Ehrenberg, AZ. Diesel heaters are in many of the buses here at the event. Sure wish we could have seen Bussy McBusface here as well. Great video as always. Thanks for sharing.
Mike, you could install a fuel tank for the heaters and plumb them from that and have a small pump from the main tank to fill it from. A fuel guage would stop it running out. Just a thought. Not gonna mention ducting yet.
Reading the “Destructions” after the install is always best . 🤣. It’s my chosen method. 👍🏻😁
I’ve been running one of these on my skoolie build. Just one heats my 40’ bus! I recommend switching to the “dial” thermostat that has no display. It’s less of a current draw (about an amp) and just looks a lot better (Unless remote control is important.)
Please make sure you have the exhaust be somewhere that you’re confident it won’t enter your living space. You do not want to breath those diesel fumes. You really should get an air quality monitor device in your bus, especially now that you have those heaters. It’s certainly possible for the combustion fumes to leak into the warm air outlet.
I am moving my heater, for the 4th time, to somewhere that will put the exhaust above all my windows. It’s mounted about 10” down from the ceiling.
Also, the exhaust can’t be very long without switching to a bigger pipe.
How did you like it mounted near the ceiling?
Congratulations on your growing channel. I was sure it would be a success when I first started watching last year. Good to see a couple that can laugh together.
Hi Mike & Kerry, thanks for posting your bus conversion build. I have been looking for alternative or additional sources of heat. This is a perfect idea, I am going to borrow for my build.
You have superb visual-spatial abilities. 👏🏻
Wifey is hilarious 😂 ❤
The air diesel heaters are great heaters for your bus. I have 2 air diesel heaters in our bus. One large Espar diesel heater that heats the basement, rear bedroom and bathroom. One Webasto diesel heater that heats the front of our bus just like you have done. It's great dry heat and only uses a small amount of diesel and 12v power. I supplied diesel from my Onan genset fuel supply line. I added a new fuel filter that now supplies diesel to the genset and 2 diesel heaters. the big Espar heater is 30 ft away. The fuel pumps have no problem pulling fuel to both heaters at the same time. I see that you added a fuel line to your tank. Make sure it does not let any water or dust get into your fuel tank as you will have big expensive bills if water gets into your fuel system. Pretty much #1 failure in diesel fuel systems is water. You could have gone to your engine fuel filter and found another fitting to t into also. Make sure you install a fuel filter for both heaters as small particles with plug the fuel nozzles in the heaters. it will save you money in the end. My heaters came with rubber gaskets to put under the heater to seal from the outside fumes.
i know these are chinese air heaters but they sure look good especially with the electronics screen they come with and the price is fantastic.
enjoy the heat you won't regret getting them. It's crazy how much heat they put out.
Omg Kerry Your A Trip Lol. I’m Like watching these videos in all different times, not in order like I should 🤪😫
Great video, great personalities too. Subscribed👍
First start up with diesel heaters smoke then after a few minutes it clears up. Espar heaters in semi trucks have done it for years. I would recommend the diesel heater with coolant heater all in one unit to heat the inside and keep the coolant warm in cold weather towards the engine area.
Most rvs with heaters fueled by the main fuel tanks are set to make sure there is at least 25% of the fuel left in the tank when the heater runs out of fuel.
So you did do the tank! Awesome 👏
He was a dashing Shop Vac.
She was a defroster heater.
Theirs was a forbidden love.
How will their love ever survive?
Tune in next week to As The Bus Wheels Turn here on UA-cam.
Kerry: You are awesome. That's the funniest thing I have seen all week.
Mike: Keep pushing that rock up that hill--you're getting there. ( yes, you are awesome too.)
Holy crap!! Thats a lot of dirt! No wonder you hate being under the bus.
How did you train your adorable kitty to not roam too far? She seems to really stick around.
Two things to note about those heaters.
1) the exhaust and intake really don't want more than a single 90' bend in the pipe.
2) protect that fuel line w some split loom at least.
3) the fuel siphon stem, I'd bring it up a few inches so you don't suck your main tank dry.
Install a check valve so the fuel doesn't back flow into the fuel tank when on a slope.
Also, watch this video series. Lots of good info on maintenance and install best practices.
ua-cam.com/play/PLne7MoW21Rk01DYGGfOqIbYt6H1ZFSFks.html
Water will settle to the bottom of tank pick up line should be 4/5 inches above bottom to help prevent picking up water when sitting for prolonged times
Need to save all those round disk so Mike can make some little wooden trucks or buses while out on the road as a hobby..
Mike how do you know so much about everything important ? I only wish my partner had a fraction of the knowledge you possess, there would a happy momma and 0 drama. Lol
mike you should cut that fuel pick up tube so it is 3" off the bottom of the tank so you do not end up sucking your tank dry and have NO fuel to drive to a truck stop to get more and you should add some sort of pre filter sock so you don't clog your fuel line to your heaters and add a check valve on the fuel lines to each heater so keep from draining the other fuel line.... i just put one of these 5kw heaters in my rv but haven't been able to get it to fire up all the way.
She through you under the bus!
Redundancy is definitely what you are doing you have the mini split and two Diesel heaters and are planning on a wood stove! Someone is scared of getting cold!
If you want to reduce bubbles, run the fuel line using metal break line tubing and short sections of flex only when needed. Also secures easier. Instead of using hex plug, use a hex bolt, drill it, jb weld then you have hex to tighten it.
Okay nope favorite part is kissing the diesel heater with the shop vac with the manly french accent
Just wondering, does the diesel heater come with a fuel tank off its own? I’ve seen other installs where they’re using a separate tank. Apparently it doesn’t use a whole lot. I think that’s the route we plan to take… I’m not entirely comfortable (or proficient) going into the main tank.
Yes, it comes with everything you need for an install including a fuel tank.
I think others has said to cut the tube so that you don't drain the tank but also so that you don't pick up and water that might be in the tank is a good idea.
Best option find another gas tank and can use it as a reservoir for the main gas tank as ND heater
how did you tighten the bolt down to the gas tank
I just used a pair of pliers. I knew that the tubing was going to keep it from unscrewing at any given time.
what is your elevation? smoke looks like youre high elevation- it's adjustable with Hz pulse rate
They know that you're never gonna open the manual, so they put it right on the front! Bahahahaha how true is that??
That's the same heater I put in my Vardo project 2 weeks ago . I got a "free" new 20 gallon aluminum fuel tank (from Jegs racing ) from one of my friends who builds cars as a hobby ... :-)
I almost forgot .. Kerry how's the tile work going ?
How is the furniture going to be secured .....one rapid emergency stop is not the time to think of it.....doors on cabinets too
You're doing so much to stay warm. However, with the waterlines outside of the bus, I'm guessing that you're going to winterize before going into truly frozen places?
Well, so far it has survived multiple 21°F nights and the pex has lived up to its hype. I doubt we will be heading into super cold places I. The winter anyway. Kerry hates the cold.
Love her French accent.
John McLukie has done many UA-cam videos on these heaters. He recommends not using the prime feature.. the pump running without diesel in it, will cause premature wear and failure. He recommends drawing fuel up to the heater, either caveman or siphon.
We installed one in our bus. Best money we ever spent.
when hes been a bad boy he isnt sleeping in the doghouse.....nooooo she makes him sleep under the bus with the spiders
as for the diesel pickup tube for the heaters , i would strongly suggest to have that pickup up about 2 inch higher then the pickuppoint for the engine of the bus , that way if the heat cuts out because the dieseltank is empty you still have some diesel for the engine to drive the bus to the gasstation to fill it up , beats the heck out of hauling jerrycans to the bus and bleeding the air out of the engine possibly draining the batteries in the process
that pipe for fuel is known as a stand pipe
If you have not buy a backup filter and glo plug if you have any problems that is most likely where it will be, thats where my problem was Thanks
Hi. You might want to check out David McLuckie on YT. He has a couple of neat tips on using these heaters. I especially like the use of an EGR intercooler to get hot water from the exhaust. Cheers!
I'll be waiting with bated breath.........!
A very skilled gentlemen has designed an aftermarket controller that adds a TON of features. Have a look at www.mrjones.id.au/afterburner/
I'm actually working with so done on just that.
Hard Rubberised mud flappers
That would of been funny if he had a unibrow and he smiled and one of his teeth would of been black like it was missing.
In first
painfull watching people with no mechanical ability. taping into diesel fuel line big mistake. that cheap small line WILL break it WILL suck air into main line. you will be walking with a big bill to get air out of lines all 9 of em :)
put in tank or tanks for heater.
never ever get low on fuel on a diesel.
50 years as top mechanic says im right
We repaired the main fuel line. Shouldn't be a proble there. We added the new standpipe so we wont get air in the bus diesel fuel line. Didnt you see that?
@@BussyMcBusface just seen part 2 but u did have it totally wrong. now did u paint all the holes u drilled or leaving metal bare to rust.
audio is out of sync, great job on the heaters
That would of been funny if he had a unibrow and he smiled and one of his teeth would of been black like it was missing.