Winter Van Life: Safe Heat Living in a Van for $203! Olympian Wave 3
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- Опубліковано 19 гру 2017
- If you've been wondering how to have safe, cheap heat in a car, van, SUV or RV, in today's video I'm going to lead you through it step-by-step. I recommend you purchase the Olympian Wave 3 heater from Amazon. It's small, light and very fuel efficient! Because it is a true catalytic heater, as long as you follow the instructions in the owners manual, it is 100% safe in your vehicle! I used one for 6 years straight in Alaska and ran it 24 hours a day for 7 days a week all winter,--I trust it with my life!
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For those who don't know the reason for not putting the tank inside any vehicle, and boats are even worse, is because propane is heavier than air. If you develop a leak in the tank the gas will settle to the lowest points in the vehicle and remain there just waiting for a spark or flame to ignite it - explosively. The safest way to keep the tank inside is to keep it in an enclosed, water tight box, with gas supply lines exiting the top and a large hose drain at the bottom that goes to the outside of the vehicle. If collected condensation or water will drain from the box in a reasonable time to the outside then so will any escaped propane, and this will be a safe, indoor propane canister enclosure.
Hey AWESOME DUDE...don't put or sell yourself short, We really appreciate the information you shared with us to make our lives so much easier, we are so blessed to have amazing people such as yourself to do all the hard work for us lazy people out here... lunacy as beauty is just in the eyes of the beholder. to me and thousands more you are an AWESOME DUDE!! keep up your good work there are many, many like me that really take advantage of your hard work and we love you for it....
Love your videos Bob. As and FYI to all those watching. You don't need to use Teflon tape on a flared fitting. Also, when you DO need to tape a fitting (non-flared) in a gas line, use the yellow tape (PTFE is rated for LP gas) and wrap it in the SAME DIRECTION that the fitting spins on. This will keep it from unraveling when you tighten the fitting. If you use white Teflon tape on a gas line, it is thinner than the yellow kind, and can have little bits break off that can enter into the pipe and cause problems on down the line (like plug the orifice in an appliance). This is even more likely to happen if you apply the tape backwards, as was done in the video. Odds are, Bob's heater will function just fine....
excellent post. I was going to post the info about flared fitting. I didn't know about the yellow tape.
I’ve had a Mr Buddy for years, I remember not long after I got it, I had the same problem everyone else
seemed to be complaining about. The stupid pilot light would not light. After screwing with it for a while I decided to take it apart and see what the heck
was going on. What I found was if the unit was store lying it down on its back the liquid from the propane bottle would leaks past the regulator and pool in
the tube right by the pilot light, preventing it from lighting. So I always remove the tank is I’m not using it and for 3 years now have never had zero problems.
Just an fyi if any one is having the same problem I had.
I just got one the other day, thanks for the tip
this is why I read the comments
I agree those buddy heaters are a major pain and the last thing I want to do when it's freezing is to be fooling with an unreliable heater pilot!! I've had the same issue with 2 that were barely months old. I was gonna donate it but imo they're only dumpster worthy garbage
Don't forget to also buy a propane detector... In a another UA-cam video a guy bought one of these heaters and it leaked propane. He only found out because he had a propane detector which is different from the carbon monoxide detector. They do sell duel detectors. Also the white tape is for plumbing only (Water and Drain lines only). You will want the tape that is colored yellow which is made for gas.
thought the yellow tape was simply thicker? is there another difference?
Yellow tape is formulated for natural gas. Blue monster tape and dope are the best made for anything.
Detectors worth it. Also I had a friend who bought garagesale steel shelf for outside his
rig. Had it mounted darn cheaply. It was as wide as rear but he didnt exit rear. It held lots of water n propane sm toolbox. I was thinking of a 2 wide for propane bbq size. I like 2 go n stay. Places in Colo Rockies often cold at nite also. So i watched a custom build van and tht to drill thru rear 4 hose then seal of course. And i personally a little jittery of propane inside. I get migrains from chemicals,
perfumes etc. also. My first horse job was on the track and the trainer said one day woon after I started "Anything can happen." I acticed w diligence on all my ranches and not one horse hurt. 💜 Yay!! So I still very diligent about safety of ppl or animals. Maybe overly but maybe not. Love your Channel. Hope my knees get a fix and I can get out next yr.- 3
home is not good. Maybe I will meet up w some of you other crazies who love life and nature and are independent spirits. 🕊
I know this is an older video. But I had watched a video of a guy 'testing" the Little Buddy heaters, and using a regular household CO detector. However the box for the Little buddy says NOT to use it in an enclosed space. He determined it to be safe.
Somewhere in the comments was a Firefighter. He said he would never use propane heat in a small space, RV, Tent, Tiny house etc. Because apparently he had pulled too many dead people out of these places. Because of the propane heat. The household CO detector does not detect anything less than 30 something (whatever unit of measure they use). So it does not detect lower levels. He wrote that carbon monoxide is a cumulative effect on humans. Especially older people who smoke, who have COPD are more prone as the levels accumulate in them until they can no longer breathe. He wrote about another kind of detector that would detect lower levels. But also spoke about how there was no way for the human body to get rid of the accumulated gases in their bodies. I am not a firefighter, so I can not verify.
He wrote that he would only use Electric heat if it were him. Is there an electric heater for small spaces? Not a space heater as those draw too much power. Plus if the grid does go down, nobody will be buying any propane. It seems we need to have multiple ways to heat, cook, hygiene etc.
@@recoveringsoul755 thank you.
😁 Bob, did you plan the PERFECT tree shadow on your van? It's Beautiful! That would actually make a wonderful van decal!
Yes, I LOVED this video! I'm taking notes for my future van build.
As always, I love what you're doing for ALL of us! You've truly answered your God given calling on this earth. Love, Lisa
I put a propane tank inside my van and I Died. Just like you said. I ended up here and I don't need heat anymore in fact it's very very hot here all the time.
Sure could use a cold drink of water. I'm parched. I should have listened to you Bob.
Rylex Autumn LMFAO -thanks!!!
Rylex Autumn 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Doohood hahaha
did you end up in hell
I think there's teflon tape specifically made for gas fittings and they usually come in a yellow package. You may want to double-check.
That's true the white tape will degrade over time and leak. And do not use tape on compression fittings like Bob did.
Back in my day we just rubbed a bar of soap on the threads. Soap work better than candle.
Plus, he wound it the wrong way.
Teflon for gas is actually yellow.
@@bobcole3852 yes, they are.
Thanks Bob for all the wonderful content. I say content as I have viewed many other sites that are almost devoid of content that is useful, informative, entertaining as well as inspirational. All this you accomplish on a regular basis. That, in my mind, makes you a very successful person. Thanks again.
I love so much your sens of humor particularly about the propane bottles inside the vehicle (knowing how the lawyers are 'hungry sharks' in your country). - The real message is clear and very useful, Thanks ! - From a Canadian.
Been watching you for years, you my Sir are a legend; revered as an articulate, van dweller science genius savant! Your class always goes away enriched and it trickles down to millions now.
That is a big level and title I know, but you can be trusted to go over all the fine print and make sure that we be safe and sound in our metal domiciles in wheels.
Thank you again for making our van dwelling lives much more enriching, on a budget, and then some....
Bob, as usual a great video. I was in the Natural Gas industry for over 37 years, 18 as a Service Technician. Teflon tape isn't required. Use it if it makes you feel warm and fuzzy. When I installed appliances I used regular ole pipe dope on the threads only. In my house I use Valve Grease for range valves. It's either or. If you like teflon get teflon paste. Auto Zone or any hardware store. Dawn dishwasher liquid and water will work to locate leaks. I still have some connections with my old company so I can get Leak Detect solution used in the industry. Keep up the good work. Oh, by the way, I'm halfway through your book. It's a good read.
Agreed
They make gas tape
We really all owe so much to Bob.
He's changed the game. Hell, he invented the game.
He is the foundation of vanlife
I love your videos and bought the Wave 6 because of your recomendation. Stop the reviews, you are costing me money on things that I didn't know I needed! Now the thread Tape: "IF" you use it, wrap it clockwise so it smoothes the tape in place, rather than counter clockwise where it allows the nut to unravel it as you tighten. See you at the RTR! Cheers!
I love your conviction! You say one thing and you defend it 100%. And in doing so you’re thorough and uncomplicated. Since people tend to complicate stuff that isn’t all that complicated to begin with you’re the voice of reason.
Hi Bob ! I have a tip I use that I never here anyone talk about..i put an empty cast iron fry pan on my stove on low it works perfectly !!! It radeats heat perfectly .give it a try..!!
yes! And heating water for coffee, frying eggs-- all make the van warm.
What kind of stove do you have , wood stove or ?
That's fine while you're awake and paying attention. I would not recommend it if you are going to sleep.
Just so you know I appreciate all your advice and the hard work you put into making these videos for those of us that are looking for help. So thanks, blessings, teri
Hey Bob,I live out f my SUV and have had no problems ever staying warm no matter how cold it is outside.What I find that works quite well is to purchase a Jackery 500 and simply run a 500 watt personal heater off of it. It gives me a solid 1/2 hour that completely warms the entire SUV,then I curl up and get a great goodnight sleep. Then 1/2 hour before I get up I put the heater on again to re-heat the SUV. The Jackery is pretty much dead at this point but gets recharged pretty quick off of my Beltek 300 watt inverter (81w per hour when I start driving again) plus any solar I may be able to grab when I'm stopped. I find that if you have extra solar besides the Jackery and a decent cig lighter inverter this really is an ideal way to stay warm,and it costs nothing.
Safer too.
Thank you again!
I have been watching your videos for about 4 years now. I can't thank you enough! Safe travels and enjoy the freedom!
Thank you so much Bob.
The dedication you have to help your viewers find the best product is really appreciated.
Perfect! I started living in my van a couple months ago. I am in Anchorage and was worried about what I'm doing to do to stay warm in the winter. Thanks a lot for the info!👍
Bob, great video, flair fitting, no tape...
Bob, I respect how much you care for us, even though you don't know us personally. Thank you! I want you to know I listen to your advice! You're awesome!!
Bob, you do a great job pointing out every safety concern with connecting anything propane related. I highly recommend your site to many folks that I talk to on a weekly basis at the RV Park that I work at. Your videos are very informative.
3rd winter with mine and I love it. 0 celcius this morning and I was warm. Low humidity too.
do you get condensation using this?
You have it inside your van?
You still get condensation with a catalytic heater.
Im middle aged, divorced and im going to trade school. I graduate in the spring and im thinking maybe getting a van or rv to live in for a few years to pay off debt and save money. I live in Maine so videos like this are super helpful. Thank you for doing this, ive seen many of your vids and its really helped in my research! I will continue to watch and learn.
@@hannahshepherd9073 hire a local plumbing/heating outfit to winterize your house. It might run 3 or 4 bills but its worth it.
I am LOVING your informational vids. I am getting such a good education in preparation for my van life, which I m working toward. THANK YOU!!!
Freddy Ray thank you for defending a man who has given so much for years to help so many people who couldn’t do for themselves, you must be one who remembers he just became well known but was helping the people who could not make it without help long over. Thank you once again.
Bob, thanks for posting up the safety issue with propane leaks. I have been trying to get the word out to the @ home DIY and tent camping communities. It scares me how reckless most people are with propane devices. Always check your propane supply and connections with soapy water, if it bubbles, it leaks, if it leaks fix it before you use it!
Great vid, Bob. I used the Wave6 in my previous camper. Never any problem with it and awesome heat output. My new camper, 6’x10’ living space, is too small for the Wave6, so I went to the Mr. heater. What a disaster. The first one lasted a month and quit. Lowe’s replaced it for me, no questions. Although the next one is working fine, it produces way too much heat so is now for sale. I took advantage of the sale at Amazon and bought the Wave3. It is perfect for my small space. With the feet attached it takes approximately the same floor space as the Mr. Heater. I am using the one pound bottles of propane rather than a tank. This isn’t ideal, but is OK until I install a tank setup next winter. My advice to anyone reading this and considering installing a new heat setup: If you can afford the Wave heater, buy it. I used the Wave6 for 10 years with never a hiccup. I expect the same from the Wave3. Bob, thanks for all the down-to-Earth, useful information you provide.
Do the wave heaters put out a lot of moisture like the buddy heaters?
Yes. Any flame heat produces moisture.
So, two years on, do you still recommend it?
I'm so glad everyday that I found your channel Mr. Well thank you for sharing everything that you do.
Thank you for your wisdom. 😀 Truly appreciate you saving my life. I was uneducated prior to your video. And now I can make a better choice and live on. Keep doing what your doing. Thank you.
I've used catalytic in my Airstream in MN winter -20 to -30 , when my furnace failed and after a day or 2 , got the furnace repaired .
These types put a lot of moisture in the air , in some cases that may be a good thing , the air is so dry in Mn winters - that having a humidifier can be a good thing .
But rusting of stuff inside can be an issue , and in my case the moisture created ice on the door jam and froze the door shut ;)
A propane tank in a sealed container that vents at the bottom to the outside (propane is heavier than air) would be safer. That's how we do it in boats. I agree with the detector. Far cheaper than a funeral.
THANKS for catching the discount for all of us Bob! I got my wave3 8' hose and splitter from your link!
You know everytime I dream something up or need something for my van Bob seems to have a review on it. Thanks Bob.
100% faith in the greed of lawyers...LMAO...
No lawyer ever enters into a claim until hired by a greedy (and usually stupid) client
"100% faith in the greed of lawyers" Love it! Great sense of humor.
thank you Bob,that was a great video.It eased my fear of dealing with propane.But you have to face your fear head on to get over it.For me that is what works.Love your videos.I have been with you for over a year,and I always enjoy the message you pass along.I have learned a great deal from you.Thank you for being you.Be safe my friend.Merry Christmas.
Love how you keep putting up the check all connections before use on screen. Thank you for that and for the instalation tutorial sir.
“..... because if it wasn’t, the piranha sharks would have eaten it alive and there would’ve been nothing left but a carcass.” 😂🤣😭😂!!!! I love this guy!
"The bones."
They'd pick the carcass clean off.
I agree with everything Bob says here. Please pay special attention to providing enough ventilation to the heater or you will find excess Carbon monoxide in your RV. Thankfully I had a CO detector that warned me when my wife had closed our window while the heater was own for an extended time and we had CO build up.
I really appreciate this video on heating. I just finally got a mini bus to begin converting, it is winter, I am cold! The clearances will be easy to maintain so I just ordered through your link what I needed. And thanks for all the videos, they are immensely helpful. In the next few years I hope to be full time on the road and meet fellow RV'rs.
I don't wanna miss even one of your videos, it's like Waltons in my youth, I never missed one single part: You give me back the same feeling as my favourite TV show, to be safe and nothing can happen to us all, may come there whatever will happen...Thank you, Sir...God bless You...
Hahahahahahahahaha. It makes me laugh every single time you are so adamant that "if you do this, you will die!" and then admit that you have dobe the same thing for 15 years. Every. Single. Time. Thank you so much.
Melissa Oltman I agree. Bob does this Every. Damn. Time. It’s hilarious. He is golden. Cheers!
Walleye he’s just being funny, I think.
Walleye I think he understands the implications of misinforming the public. He has to tow the legal line & is doing so with a bit of humor. Ultimately, the expectation is for everyone to make their own informed decision.
he needs to say that because if he didn't and some idiot exploded they could say that it was because of bob. now i believe that you have the right to explode away...
My patio faces the sun all summer long, the propane tank on my BBQ gets sun beating down on it all day long .
Happy holidays to all. Looking forward to RTR in January. Peace 🎆🎄🎇🎉
I just love this guy! A true dreamer!! Keep up your great videos!!! The Great Teacher of RV living!
Thanks so much Bob! Another awesome instructional video as always! It's always inspiring to see you! Merry Christmas my friend!
Nice review. I have the Wave 6. One important thing for viewers is to know (in the manual) that if dust or dirt accumulates on the stove rug, it will ruin the rug. They sell a very nice dedicated cover for the Wave. I recommend getting if you're going to travel with this stove or use it anywhere.
I love catalytic heaters:) I yanked one out of a bed mount camper and very crudely installed it into a 22' Dodge Rv. Learned to adjust the flow so it run on basicly half of the low setting and dried out the Rv in 4 days in some heavy Oregon weather. They're a very reliable and safe heat source. Great video brotha:) Hope to run into ya someday:)
Bob kick ass!! Ordering all the related hardware now, I have 3 20lb. tanks, thank you sir for your time and dedication........ATB!
I love you Bob! You are amazing! You have a wonderful sense of humor and you are such a charming man! I wish you all the happiness you could imagine! :)
Thanks for sharing the experience Bob. It's reassuring to know this heater is sufficient and can be safe in a van. I already bought one during this sales. But yeah may want to refer people to look into building a propane locker, or do it your and take a risk they have to be responsible for. And yeah no teflon tape on flare connection. Thanks again.
Hi friend. Great video..Does this system cause condensation in the van Like the heater buddy does ? .looking for system that dosent cause condensation
ROFL 😂 Everyone is FORBIDDEN BUT BOB! 😉IM STILL LAUGHING!
Why didn't you tell us about this one before. ..I already bought a Mr Heater Buddy....your so funny Bob. Lol😁
You Are A Blessing to more people than anyone will ever know ! And i do believe you have saved more lives than anyone will ever know , Blessings to you Bob .
Thanks for the informative video. You do a great job explaining so that even people who have no clue about this could install one.
good to know yellow tape for gas not plumbers white tape who knew? I always learn great tips in comment section besides the rv vids thanks:)
yellow tape is relatively new. plumbers have used white tape for gas fittings for years. I know pro plumbers who tape and dope with black gas pipe.
Nah yellow tape for gas lines has been around for many years.
You don't need to tape brass
That's a flare fitting and doesn't require tape.
Great idea man..watching from colder Manitoba.
You are a wealth of information on all things Nomad, thanks Bob
I have been looking for this wisdom for a long time. Thank you. You are a God-send.
ur the best.......greetings from romania
I prefer having radiant floor heating for cold weather, as hot air rises and the entire area heats more evenly. An additional heat source is advisable, just in case it is needed. My dad always told Mom and I to put on a sweater or pair of socks,
I find it is easier and cheaper to heat and cool a smaller area, and after seeing my apartment’s electric bill in the Winter, I totally agree with Dad. Snuggling up with a warm pet is a good idea for the both of you.
In a van?
Thank you, Bob, for all of the helpful tips and safety information U have given to the nomad community over the years.
Thanks Bob! I've been wanting to check the Wave 3 out!
My 13' 1962 Raptor camper has a PanelRay direct vent propane heater.
Didnt come that way.
Someone drilled a hole through the floor under the heater for intake combustion air and the exhaust goes out the roof flue pipe.
Works great down to minus 35 here in Wyoming.
Rated at 10,000 btu max for my elevation of 9,000 ft.
Only downside is the control is all manual. . No thermostat just on or off but by carefully throttling down the valve I can adjust output.
But my point being; 10,000 btu is more than enough for my 13 foot camper with 2inch foam blocks over the windows at minus 35 in Wyoming.
If you can afford it, consider getting a vented heater. This is because unvented propane gives off a lot of water vapor, it's actually higher than a one to one ratio. If your van is insulated, the vapor will condense into water when it hits colder objects. This will reduce the efficacy of the insulation if it's open insulation (not closed cell foam) plus it could prematurely rust your vehicle walls if the condensed water cannot evaporate quickly enough.
Otherwise, they're great heaters and super efficient!
Years ago all the furnaces were vented in rvs without being fan forced, had lots of vintage campers and they all worked great besides having to change a thermo couple now and then.
Ty Brady will having a ceiling vent open help with venting?
Ty, you mentioned a higher than 1 to 1 ratio. What are the two items being compared? It seems like you are saying that 1 gallon of propane will give off more than one gallon of water. Sorry if I'm being slow.
A propane molecule is C3H8, so burning it (using oxygen) should produce four H2O (water) molecules. So you get 4x more water vapor molecules than the propane you started with. By weight, it's 1.6 times what you started with (propane weighs 44, 4x water weighs 72). By volume, though, I think you get about four gallons of liquid water from a five gallon (20lb) tank of propane
This is such a timely review I looked at this about three times and was still afraid to try it. Now I am not! Thank you.
I really can't thank you enough. I came to Alaska and was honestly lucky to find work and am trying to live a more frugal lifestyle. Your videos are saving my life.
@therockkkkher its very hard to find work.
I would like to see a vid of 48 HOURS OF LIFE IN A VAN. From breakfast to bedtime what are all the minute details that we house-dwellers don't know about living in a van/tiny RV.
Been on the road since I turned 65 lived in a Jeep briefly in Boulder Co. a Ford E150 for 3 plus years mostly in Encinitas ca. Met my better half in mt Shasta when she pulled in to the campground in her transit. We have been together over 2years sharing a Dodge Ram 1500 visiting 15 states about 35000 miles. and renovating currently a 1985 Toyota rv that was a gift from my x wife. We will finally have enough headroom to get dressed upright. All to say there is very little to do in your van other than sleep and travel and chill in some of the most beautiful places on earth in tune with the seasons the stars and the moon and best of all your own natural knowing when it’s time to move and where to stop. The gift is being not doing freedom in exchange for a little discomfort. I can just about guarantee you won’t ever again be bored unless your ride breaks down of course.
@The Iznezz and ocassional take a swig out of the wrong bottle
Lol pee over a bucket all day and read alot
@@lauracurtiss827 how could you pee all day long? And why would you want to pee over a bucket? That's just a little weird to me, you little weirdo. LOL.
@@SScherliss Not a bad idea other than it would take 2 days to watch the video! ;)
Had a Mr. Buddy- worked about 3 mins... Hope that's a better option. Building out a skoolie and woodburning is the way to go for me. :)
Thank you Bob! Vancity Vanlife just shared a bit of info on this product. Combined with your info and experience, I will be better prepared to make an informed choice when I take the joyful plunge into living in a van. Having looked you up today, I see several links to more info on this product. You videos are so helpful and informative. God bless your generous heart!
Heather Renton So true. I just sent this link to Chrome and he says it resembles his setup
This is what I needed. Thank you ! This was wonderful to watch
As always Bob gives us what we need to know with some humor.
I have been living in my 73 Dodge Skamper 19footer for 3 years now. And I love it!!! the freedom from bills and stress I actually have more money and live a better lifestyle. I did have to get over what people think about my lifestyle but that was easy as I watch them drive every morning to their slave jobs..lol if they only new FOR heat I use a Coleman Topcoat 3000BTU but I need more heat I'm in California City so I will buy this Bob, and thank you for your video
Nice option! We like are space heater, but its an energy consuming beast!!! Gotta crank on the genny for it
I always enjoy, learn from, and am inspired by your videos, Bob! VERY enjoyable! THANKS!!!
You should use a back up wrench when tightening to the heater itself, so you don't break or twist internal piping. The thread tape should be place on pipe in direction of threads so it does not bunch up when fitting is installed. And NEVER put a propane tank in an enclosed space. It's very easy to place outside on rack or cage. Would use commercial grade piping and place tank outside with safety shut off's. And absolutely a gas detector inside. I've seen what a gas explosion can do.
Add a carbon monoxide detecter.
white tape is for water you should use the yellow for gas just FYI love your videos
Thank you for the most thorough and informative instruction and safety lesson on this heater Im seeing a lot of need for safe heating for nomadic for the winter
Bob, This is a great video & you are a well versed instructor. I trust you!
I got one last week. I purchased the legs for mine but after tripping over them twice i am thinking of mounting unit onto a plywood board stand so that it will be a little bit higher from the floor and save a bit more space for safety reasons. But that's just me... your mileage may vary.
Lol! "dead within the hour" laughing so hard cuz of your sense of humor Bob!
Great video Bob, I use the Olympian wave eight in my RV, I have one in the bedroom, and one in the living area and they're just great no complaints on these heaters and they just don't break. Have a great day my friend.
Thank you Bob, for you thorough information and safety measures. You take good care of your subscribers by telling them what is not safe and to please read the instruction manuals.
Bob, you should get some rain guards for your window to crack for ventilation when you cook.
He's always in the desert, though, and it doesn't exactly rain a whole lot there ;-)
How about spray soapy water at all connections to safeguard from leaks! No bubble = no leak. Definitely something to add to this.
You do a very good job on these videos, Bob. I like what you are doing to help people.
Checking back in this thing saved my life in alaska this winter in my rv. Kudos again
how do you go about maintaining heat overnight?
Are those legs/leg setup pretty sturdy? I missed the sale, bought mine a couple months ago for $212. Also, make sure to tell people to buy the type of teflon tape for gas fittings. It's yellow. The plumbing tape for pipe fittings is white.
You sold them out in 5 hours! Available when I went to buy but I took too much time reading all the reviews (which were overwhelmingly good).
Bob, I enjoyed your lunacy! Right up my alley and I learned somethings too. Thanks!
Thank you so much Bob. I love watching you. I am hoping and praying I get to meet you this year at the eye but I was diagnosed last week with lung cancer. Lots of doctors again now. I'm already a seven time survivor so I gotta make it eight now. Thank you for the videos. Tigger
Travel vibrations might be causing the Buddy heaters to fail. I'll make a foam box for my Wave 3 for travel and see if it lasts long.
I think what kills the buddy heater is "the supply tube for the pilot light has an extreme sharp bend in it. Restricts flow and the pinch point clogs".
Someone needs to make a vented heater for a reasonable price
yes I love your lunacy, it reminds me of my most favorite people. you're awesome brother@!
Love your videos! Thank you for spending the time to explain everything 😍 Merry Christmas, Happy New Year stay safe and warm. Lots of love from Seattle.
Thank you for that belly laugh! You might have a future in comedy.
Is the Olympian still working good? I saw another review where it was leaking dangerous amounts of propane. And another idea, maybe adding in the Buddy filter will help extend the lifespan?? Thanks, enjoying the videos and channel.
Thank you. I'm trying to figure out how to get out there. I just can't get caught up enough to get started, but I'll loose everything the way things are going...
Thanks again for the encouraging words in your videos.
You are the best source for information out there! Thx Bob!!!