Finally The Perfect Heater for Truck Camping Kovea Cupid Butane Heater
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- The Kovea Cupid Butane Heater is the perfect heater for Truck Camping, Boondocking, Overlanding, Car Camping and even Tent Camping. This is a must have if you are going to do any winter camping.
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Not to insult you. I've been living in a van full time for over 4 years. There's two kind of heating, dry or humid. The Chinese diesel heater is dry heat, like a wood stove to is dry heat. What you have is humid heat. Anything that releases a gas is humid heat. Humid heat creates a lot of condensation and mold also.
Yes sir it does. I also have a diesel heater in my van.
Wool blankets and tealite candles have done pretty well for me when on hunts up in the mountains
You need to show me the equation that shows the oxidation of any hydrocarbon that doesn’t result in one of the products being water.
@@Zerpersande all combustion produces H2O!
The diesel heaters work the same as a forced air furnace. All exhaust from the combustion is vented to the outside. Air used to heat with is blown by the combustion chamber, therefore it is a dry heat.
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Well, all ‘combustion’ involving organic hydrocarbons produce water. There are combustion reactions that do not produce water as a product though.
I am using mine right now!! I bought it after watching your video. Using in my minivan camper!! Works great!!
Glad it’s working for you! 👍
Please remember to ventilate and use a smoke alarm and Carbon Monoxide detector.
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Hey, How are you using it and has condensation become an issue?
That should be just right for my self-made teardrop camper trailer.
I made a wood burning stove from a 5 lb propane tank, but this would be more convenient.
Thanks for showing.
I think it would have a place. It sure works well in my truck camper.
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I wouldn’t throw around “perfect” until you’ve made a portable Chinese Diesel Heater system. Combustion outside the rig. Clean, warm and DRY air. That’s perfect
Yes sir, the diesel heaters are very nice too. They are bigger and more complex. But they are nice!!!!
They’re a pain to install.
They do sell a Mr. Buddy Jr., with a thermostat that regulates the heat. Also what I like about the Mr. Buddies is that it detects when oxygen levels are seriously depleted and shuts itself off! Also Mr. Buddies have a "off" automatic tilt switch in case your pet, or you moving, knocks it on to an area that could ignite.
I’ll have to check out the Mr Buddy Jr.
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Only problem with the low oxygen detection is it won't run at altitude. Great heater if you're a flat lander
@@baudyman And if its not too cold. Those cannisters frost up and stop working when its cold. I have a little stove that runs on these butane cannisters. It really does not have to be that cold for them not to work.
BY the time the o2 shuts off if low oxygen
You're already dead from Carbon monoxide
Not fun waking up dead..
They are inefficient to the tune of under 50%
More efficient heaters can be had that are over 99% efficient
@@baudyman Correct me if I'm wrong, but surely the oxygen concentration at which the heater would start cranking out dangerous levels of CO in lieu of CO2 is altitude independent? So presumably it would be unsafe to operate at a given altitude if it won't kick on at all.
I have one of these that I use to heat up equipment that I need to work on outside in freezing temps. For example, the auger froze up on my snowblower and I just pointed this at the auger metal for 15 min to get it to unfreeze. Also nice to take the chill out of the air in my well-ventilated shed in the winter. Probably nice to use in a hunting blind or ice fishing tent, provided you have good ventilation. Not sure I would trust leaving it on in a small sleeping area while I'm sleeping, even with a carbon monoxide detector, but they're handy little things and very affordable. Both to purchase and to operate - you can find the heater in some places for under $80 and I buy CRV or RVR butane cans in bulk at around $2.50/can.
Thanks, sounds like you like this little heater too! 👍
From my experience camping with butane stoves, butane doesn't like to burn at temperatures below about 45°. Part of the problem is the pressure in the cans get's too low to change the liquid butane into a gas. So a butane heater probably won't do its job very well when it is needed.
I’ve used it below 30 F with no problem
@@TrailMedic911 It will work fine at 30° and a little below but that is why he mentioned below 45° here in Canada it would not do the trick for winter camping but in parts of the US it will be a great little heater for the back of a truck.
this kovea heater has a heat conducting plate that the fuel can rests on, it conducts heat from the burner to the can to keep it warm enough so the fuel will be able to vaporize in cold weather. better quality butane stoves also have heat conductors, typically the $40 and below butane stoves don't have them.
Learned about that with my butane stoves.
@@marzsit9833 Oh that's interesting!
I have the Big Buddy heater for various situations. Supposedly these new ceramic heaters are so efficient that carbon monoxide poisoning is not a threat. Not sure I believe that, but they also say that they are capable of removing all of the oxygen from the air and that is a danger. I suspect that danger increases in a small, confined area. So ventilation is still important. Happy camping.
Safety First!
Always ventilate, use a Carbon Monoxide Detector & Smoke Alarm.
I have done a lot of winter camping in Alaska for over 30 years. Big tents, little tents, cabins, truck beds, boats, ice fishing shelters and RVs. These little heaters are nice to have as backup, but the condensation, cost and safety are a no go for me. Look at the UCO 1 and 3 candle fixtures. The 3 candle (dripless wax) chandelier puts out 5,000 BTUs and will burn all night. No condensation. You can heat beverages on it also. When it's really cold, like -15F or more, I have used 2 or more of the chandeliers or a combination of the 3 and 1 candle fixtures. Can't beat the combination of warmth, safety and ambience.
That too is on my list of things to check out.
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What are those called. Just 3 Candle dripless Chandler s ?? and where can I buy one ? I travel with my cats and Labrador, in the back of my Tundra,with a Canapy. I am worried about their warmth in the winter. My cats have a large area with enclosed beds but it still gets really cold, do you think one or 2 of these Dripless things would work for them ???
Thank you, Sherry
UCO Candlelier Deluxe Candle Lantern from Amazon?
I’ve done both. You’re right. There’s moisture with the Kovea. But the candles are a huge pain in the ass. Wax can get every bloody where.
Run a fan alongside it, to help combat moisture.
The neat thing about heaters that use the green propane tanks, is that you can refill them w/ a BBQ tank.
Yes, if you do it right and are very careful.
Safety First! 👍
Very good space heater with important features
Yes, it’s a great little heater.
Good deal about your safety protocols.
Thank you!
Safety First!!!!!!! 👍
well I ordered and got mine before Christmas wrapped like yours in Bubble wrap.Mine was shooting a flame off the Ceramic element a couple of times out a couple of feet and almost lite my Van 0n fire.Bought off Ebay and contacted the company in Korea and asked them to send a replacement at no charge along with a return label to avoid having to pay another $24 shipping and duty charge.They offered me a $7. credit to keep this fire hazard and offered no solution and care nothing about customer service.I did get Ebay involved and they sent me a refund for the Initial cost, but the company cares only about their money.Save your Money and avoid the hazards these can cost,and avoid becoming Sunday night BBQ
Wow, Not good!
Glad your ok! Luckily I have not had any issues.
Thanks for sharing, always nice to know what are options are.
It’s a nice little heater!
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My and my mate did a lot of hunting and his van heaters packed in and it was so cold in there so we had a bright idea and fitted a small gas heater behind where we was sitting but we left it on while traveling home and when we went around the roundabout a massive flame shot out as us from behind haha which really warmed us up, but we decided that we not to do that again as a bit dangerous pmsl
Remember safety first! 👍
@@TrailMedic911 yes safety first but we give it a go as was a good idea until we was fried by the flame haha
Nice heater. If you come across one. Coleman Sport Cat. 1lb bottles. Burns 99.9 percent of fuel
I’ll keep an eye out for them, thanks.👍
I find at 20 to 30 degrees make a small tee pee tent on your bed. And go inside it. And it gets very warm in there.
Yep, that could work too. 👍
Those gas canisters are about a pound each here in uk half the price I think .nice little fire keep you warm over bite my little stove has a adapter to run off bottle would half the price again if that connected to a bottle
This one will only use the butane canisters. I have heard the best price is at oriental food stores.
This is exactly what I've been looking for! Thank you :)
I think you’ll like it! 👍
Thank you for posting the video. It would be nice if they came out with a smaller propane cylinder, and a filling adapter for a 20 lb cylinder. It looks like those swivel legs, or stanchions, or whatever they're called could both be facing downwards, and a coffee pot could be set on top of the grill. Even if you made the coffee at home ahead of time you would have a great way to heat up the coffee if it would work like that. I know you'd have to watch out for drips.
The directions say not to use it that way.
It would be nice though.
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I have an adapter. Goes from 20lb bottle to 1 pound bottle. Easy to fill
Of course the quality is a lot better, it's made in Korea.
I was pleased. It was much better than the other heater.
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@@TrailMedic911 If you are more into car camping/ glamping style of camping, you should really do some searching on youtube and general camping gears from Korea/ Japan. Due to the size of those countries and types of camping style they do, they really do have so many variety of camping gears you never knew existed. Some? many? of the gears aren't really available to shop online easily but I am sure digging deep into will help you really good quality both is product itself and qualify of life items.
I really enjoyed your video. Thanks and God bless you.
Thank you and ….
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Butane boils at 31.1 degrees F At that point there will be no pressure to provide a flame. Propane boils at -44 degrees F and will heat at much lower temps than butane.
Correct! 👍
The best place to buy the butane canisters is at an Asian market. I find them 4/$6 at mine. They sell the butane stoves there as well.
Yes, I’ve been hearing that. I’m going to stop by one and check it out.
Thanks 👍
@@TrailMedic911 they may have gone up in price, like everything else has, but even before, they were definitely the least expensive option.
Good sleeping pad, gore-tex outer bag, mummy bag, silk union suit, wool liner if needed and I'm good to 0°. All heaters have downfalls, seems it's always either moisture/mold, dry nasal drying, expensive to keep running, gimmicky setup, poor design, poor built, and usually a combination of a few or all of the fore mentioned. Best setup is a weather tight enclosure with adequate ventilation for moisture and the first mentioned rig. Nice video, thanks for sharing! I would likely use your stove in an ice shanty!
Yes Sir, it would work well for that too!
Those Butane canisters get very cold when venting butane. I've shelved my single burner butane stove because it took forever to get a boiling pot of water at outdoor temperatures that were quite temperate (45 to 65 degree F). I've seen someone use a soda can to build a heat exchanger to take heat from the flame of the butane stove to warm the underside of the butane can, and this did help. Not sure if this heater has the same kind of accommodation.
I have not had any issues. But cold does effect butane.
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Remember that carbon monoxide (CO) sensors should ALWAYS be located at the lowest level of a room.
Reason being that CO is heavier than air.
CO is an odorless, colorless gas formed by the incomplete combustion of fuels. When people are exposed to CO gas, the CO molecules will displace the oxygen in their bodies and lead to poisoning.
The most common symptoms of CO poisoning are headache, dizziness, weakness, upset stomach, vomiting, chest pain, and confusion.
CO symptoms are often described as “flu-like.” If you breathe in a lot of CO it can make you pass out or kill you.
Thank you for the information.
Safety First!
Always ventilate, use a Carbon Monoxide Detector & Smoke Alarm. 👍
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Don't use it at all.
Buy a ceramic heater and a 5volt battery humidifier.
Heat could be increased by making a metal radiator to add to the heater. If you have the skills and imagination.
31 degrees F, is when butane gives up the ghost. Also, I’ve never figured out why anyone needs a heater when they camp.
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I think this is a really cool item. However, I would be concerned about ventilation and inhalation of fumes, and quite frankly I would be afraid to sleep with it burning in such a small space. And even though we might think we wouldn't leave it burning all night, the reality is it would be very easy to accidently fall asleep with the item on simply because you're so warm and comfortable.
Another thing is for the cost of all the butane and the amount of time that you get from one tank, by the time you buy all those canisters, you might be better off with a small solar generator power station setup with the ability to generate your own power and then you could use one of the 12 volt or USB electric blankets or electric mattress pads. Just a thought.
Yes, a good thought. Using both the heater while awake and a 12-volt blanket while sleeping is excellent. 👍
Yeah those heated mattress pads are the best. Heat rises right up into a blanket.
This matress is cold to sleep on inside at room temperatures. I would advise mat with R value of 6 ASTM or more. Hot water bottle. Metal car convects cold real good.
Yes, that is why I was using a 0 degree sleeping bag. I now have a memory foam pad. 👍
I was going to mention you will be very cold sleeping on a air matress in the back of a truck. I bought a 4 inch thick foam mattress from ikea that is designed for futons to use in the back of my truck. Much warmer to sleep on.
Great video and nice info, gives me something to look into that's not the buddy heater.
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Probably fit my RTT better than my Big Buddy Heater. Compact, I like that.
It’s really a nice little heater Brian.
thank finally someone said how long it lasts thank you
I was happy with the actual burn time. This is really a nice little heater.
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stay safe
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That was a great product review THANK YOU.
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Nice work.
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A diesel heater is actually a much better option. Safer and it's dry heat that won't cause condensation
Yes, I agree and have one in my Van. However, there is not enough room and I don’t want to drill holes.
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I used lpg in my van and thought I was on a sinking boat as I swam out 😂
Yep, very moist air. I have a diesel heater in my van. I love it!
A battery operated fan will help a little
with circulation of heat
Yes Sir, I have one of those too. 👍
How far should I keep the window open?
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Check at Oriental markets for much better prices on the butane canisters!
Thanks, that’s what I keep hearing.
well done. thx!
Thanks and…..
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If you have a Chinese store near you check out there prices because they are or were cheaper than the other stores!
I’ve been hearing that, thanks. 👍
So during the winter it will cost $320 month to heat a space running 24 hrs/day for 30 days for those people living in their truck. Now to one run it once in a while may cost $180 to run. I'm trying to figure if it's cheaper than a diesel heater to run.
No it is not! I have a diesel heater in my Van. If there was room and I wouldn’t have to drill holes, there would be one in my truck too!
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I couldn't hear you very well. Maybe you could get closer to the mic in the next video. I was very interested in your comments.
Thanks, I’ve been working on the audio. 👍
Great information. Thanks.
Thanks Ed! 👍
China ❓ yeah you on the right track.
I believe it’s made in South Korea.
Have anyone heard or seen these heaters explode? Either this one or Mr. Buddy?
Never! They have a great safety record.
I thought butane doesn’t really work in cold weather.
In temps well below freezing it loses pressure in the canister. So, I alway keep the canister warm before using. I put it on the sleeping bag with me at night. It has never failed me, even at temps near 20F.
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Nope. People forget about the products of burnt combustion, not being vented outside, directly. Carbon monoxide has no smell and builds up over time in the body. Just because your CO detector didn't go off doesn't mean you're okay. Better to run a generator outside and at a distance from the camper, powering an electric heater in the space you're trying to keep warm.
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Try candles
UCO makes one that I’m going to look at. It has 3 candles.
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I use an electric heater and a small Honda generator-no fear of carbon monoxide.
I wanted to keep it as simple and inexpensive as possible
Gloy's Heat Pal Swedish alcohol heater and cook stove is safer.
I’ll check it out. 👍
Does Cupid have a Saftey Shut Off feature. If it falls over
Kovea Cupid Butane Heater
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Sams club has these gas canisters available too
Cool, thanks! 👍
Is condensation much of a problem?
Yes it can be. You have to ventilate well and only use the heater as needed. But, this one seems to be better than most.
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Does it have a turn off tip feature?
No, check this out.
Kovea Cupid Butane Heater
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Dry heater, please. Electric unit with rechargeable lithium batteries, or a unit that can plug into a generator.
I’m currently working on a diesel heater setup to use with my Truck Camper and my Hub Tent. I already have one in my Van.
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Dry heat will give you pneumonia!
*We must have water in the air we breathe.*
*We're Still Like Fish And Breathe Water With Our Air.*
No humidity creates ulcers in the nostrils along the nerves.
Nerves in the nose travels all the way to your upper body directly.
*Severe pain, Very Severe Pain In Throat, Neck, Shoulders, Arms, Chest Enough To Kill From Pain Alone.*
HUMIDIFIERS?
Why do you think they're so important?
Unfortunately, Amazon does not know what it will get the heater back again. And they do not carry the fuel canisters anymore.
I just checked and Amazon has them.
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hey Trail Medic HELP!...after watching this video i ordered this and it arrived today,,, i connected the can and heard it click. Then i pushed, but mine does not work, what am i missing..! help single lady going camping next week and i need this!!
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You want to press in then turn all the way up max till you can hear a click, just purchase one 3 weeks ago, thought it was broke till I figure it out👍
Would be curious to see how it holds up in a tent at 0 degrees. Wondering if the butane would have any flow issues at that temp ?I know I had some issues with 1lb propane canister on a Mr. Buddy at that temp.
I have one of these and you are right it doesn't work starting around 7° in my experience.
@@tadjohnston4883 interesting, thanks. I just bought the Little Buddy instead, hopefully that holds up a little better. I thing propane bottles, the small ones anyway, tend to freeze up below 5 or 10.
I’ve used it below 30F with no problem.
@@TrailMedic911 Yes it still works below 30° to around 7° but it would work below that like I said above. Let me know when you use it at 0°.
I have the Little Buddy Heater, I don't like it. the canister only lasts 3hours. The canister is big, bulky.The green cylinders are hard to find and expensive $9 at REI. Also the Little Buddy sits too high, about 10"high from the floor, so your feet freeze.
Try the Cupid, it is really a nice little heater. 👍
Good review, thanks! You are wise NOT to run anything while you sleep. (may never wake up if you did!)
Safety First!!!!
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since it's butane, do you have to worry about carbon monoxide when using in an enclosed space?
Always ventilate and always have a carbon monoxide detector. Also I only use it while I’m awake.
Safety First!!!!👍
Thanks for another option for heat, looks like it's a good one. What kind of temp were you able to come up with?
It was 50-55F on low and 60-65F on high. I got 4 hrs on low and 1 1/2 hrs on high out of 1 canister. So over all it really worked well.
As always…. Thanks for Watching Scott
@@TrailMedic911 nice, that sounds like a pretty good deal. Thanks for sharing it.
@@TrailMedic911 4 hrs on low? Wonder where and how they got 6-8 hrs of run time in the description? Makes me wonder if it's just a overestimation to get more sales or if butane in s. Korea is longer lasting. Strange and a little disappointing. Thanks for the review and be safe out there.
@@Chubbydippin 4 hrs on low and 1 1/2 hours on High is 5.5 hours, it was from the same can. I would guess it would easily burn for 7 hours on low. My larger one burns for 4 hours on low using up a full canister of gas, It will burn for 2 1/4 or 2 1/2 hours on High; I cannot remember which one. Mine is too warm on High, and that's in my draughty campervan except in the coldest of winter in Northern Ireland which is colder when it's very windy as my van is Draughty indeed, no need for extra ventilation.
I can only turn mine down so low before it stutters so if this one can go down even lower, I might just get one. Anyway Machu, I hope this helps, I Too picked up the fuel times like yourself to begin with 👍
@@pa_maj.MARTINI-van-MAN Thankyou, that does help.
I be good night george lol.lol
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You’re aware of the condensation I assume? You are burning gas. You’re little open window won’t be enough to keep that to a minimum. Good luck with it.
That is probably the main reason to go with the smaller heater versus a larger heater you don’t get all of the condensation from excess heat that a larger heater would be putting out.
A Uco Candelier is okay for some minimal light, and will warm your butt when placed under a chair, but don't expect it to warm anything bigger than an ammo can. 5000 BTU output is absolute BS.
This works really well! I agree, a candle flame or two will not heat much. 😎
I BOUGHT MINE FOR $80 FREE SHIPPING!
Great! I think you’ll like it. 👍
Help....... I'm lost here. I just received this but I need the exact steps on how to start it. I push in the knob then turn it to the left to the low setting but all I get is butane smell. Can someone please tell how to start this heater? Thank you!
Disconnect the fuel and see if the lighter is clicking when you turn the knob. If it is not, the lighter is defective.
@@TrailMedic911 Thanks TM! Turns out, I wasn't turning the knob all the way for ignition. I'm all set.
wait! i did it!
Great!
I think you like it. It really works well.
Please remember to use a carbon monoxide detector. 👍
I’m reading this thing has flames coming out the top causing some fires. I’ll stick to my buddy.
I’ve seen a couple of reviews stating that. However, I have not had any issues with mine. But, as with anything you need to be careful and use it wisely. 👍
@@TrailMedic911 Agree. Be safe Sir and have a wonderful Merry Christmas.
ran mine some more. looks like a i got a bad unit. the flame at times is yellow or blue that comes out the top and under the plate and through the grill. A WIDE DANCING FLAME THAT BLOWS OUT OF THE GRILL IS TOO DANGEROUS FOR ME... i purchased mine through ebay and trying to get a refund. ive owned 4 MR. heaters andnever an issue like this. BE SAFE!!!
Wow, not good. I’ve only had one issue with a Buddy heater. It was years ago and they replaced it.
Good luck👍
$244.74 at Amazon Canada. Don’t think I will be buying one anytime soon, even if it was the top of the stove market
They recently reduced the price on amazon. 👍
Why not just bolt a windmill on the roof and have electric heat.
Wouldn’t that be cool!
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I'm wondering if this would work better in my Toyota Highlander. I tried the Heater Buddy but it got too hot on the ceiling. Thoughts?
That is why I got it, because it is smaller and does not put out as much heat.
When the temperature dropped in the morning. Did the butane work?
I used an old backpacking trick. I put the butane canister in my sleeping bag. So, it worked great! I got 4 hrs on low and 1 1/2 hrs on high from 1 canister. 👍
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better to have 2 windows cracked open so you have crossflow circulation
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Man...my BS alarm is ringing loud.
I cant think of ANY circumstance where propane/butane/acetylene can burn or "oxidize" and not put off dangerous CO2 and other byproduct gases.
Im just thinking in terms of Chemistry 101-102 from my days at the Big Red Schoolhouse.
Yes, that is why you always ventilate and use a carbon monoxide detector.
Safety first !!!!!
I have one of these and have used it many times over the last 2 1/2 years. I love it and it works great in my 6x10 cargo trailer/camper conversion. It starts on the first try everytime. I get about 3 1/2 hours or so on low out of a cannister. I bought mine on eBay from S Korea and it arrived in about 10 days.
Yep, got mine from eBay too.
I seem to get a little bit longer out of a canister on low. (4-4 1/2 hours)
How about carbon monoxide?
Thank you from Australia. Very informative and no music or gimmicks for which I am grateful. Feels peaceful in the video.
Hello Down Under and Thank You! 👍
Wow, here in New Zealand we pay about $7 NZ dollars for a 3 pack of those cans. I have 2 of those heaters and they last just under 4 hours on high. They were so useful when our heat pump remote died till the replacement arrived. Glad you have the window open and the CO sensor using those in such a small space.. they give out awesome heat but also gobble up your oxygen.
Yes Sir, Safety First!
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When you use propane or any other open flame type heaters in a closed space, always open the window just a bit for fresh air coming in!
It works!
Wow, Jacinda allows heat in NZ?
@@szaki Ran a mr buddy heater in my house after a power outage on a 20 pound lp tank. When the o2 drops the flame goes out no need to open a window.
@@xrayron1 A tent or Van is a much smaller space, so CO2 can go up much faster.
Not to play around with!
I got one and use it in my truck cap too. Also have used the Lil Buddy for years. I never sleep with either on, but great for knocking out the cold in a few minutes.
I sure like it.
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I use the Buddy heaters, but for safety I keep a window cracked, to be sure. 🤠
I love this video! Thank you for making it so peaceful with no music and a gentle pace. This is one compact heater I want to get. Cost is about $75 online. Butane refills are much cheaper at Asian supermarkets like 99Ranch Market, Mitsuwa, Marukai, Lion, etc. I used to pay $4 for 4 cans!!! Now it has gone up a bit but not $3 per can. Don't buy this anywhere else but in Asian markets. Looks like a very effective heater and I have tons of butane cans sitting around for my butane stove. Wonderful small heater. By the way, Costco was selling tiny carbon monoxide detectors with a powerful sound! Easy to mount, small size.
Thanks, I’ll check that out. 👍
So happy to see a fellow TH-cam music in the background hater. It’s just disgusting what people have playing while they’re trying to tell you some thing. I join you in the struggle! :-)
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Kovea Cupid Gas Heater
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Buy an adapter and use coleman stype 1 lb propane gas is even cheaper than $4 for 4 can. Buy those refillable flame king 1 lb bottles and refill from a 20lb propane tank.
Using butane or propane. Always crack a window. ALWAYS! YOU NEED OXYGEN WAYYY MORE THAN YOU NEED HEAT.
Absolutely…..
Safety First!!!!!
I find that boiling a liter of water and pouring it into a Nalgene bottle which I then throw into my bed/sleeping bag works wonders. The small amount of stove use heats up my camper, the hot water bottle keeps me warm all night. It’s a good system. Also, I always run my vent fan during the day to evacuate any moisture to avoid mold build up.
Sounds like you’ve got a well thought out system that works good for you. 👍
Don’t forget to use a carbon monoxide detector!
Thanks for the product info! Please let us have another review when you’ve had a chance to use it for awhile. Thanks!
Absolutely. 👍
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I use a forced air 110v space heater with a Jackery power bank to avoid using any gas while I sleep. But these are nice too.
The disadvantage to butane or LP heaters is that they put off moisture and add to the condensation.
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Would what your using be a decent set up for sleeping then in my back seat of my truck? Please explain what you can.
@@TrailMedic911 so then what is a good set up of heat for the backseat of my truck as i would be sleeping in it.
I do have a jump starter/power inverter with AC outlets and my truck also has an AC outlet and 2 cigerate outlets. Its a 2015 silverado 2500HD. Pretty new to truck living. Any info you can give me also would be great.
i use a mini dehumidifier with my little buddy running, holds about 12oz. water and helps clean the air.
Wow, great idea. I’ll have to check into that. Thanks! 👍
It's small size is appealing, and being able to use it to knock the chill off when necessary. when the temperature calls for it makes it perfect for my application. I already have a butane stove and am pretty happy with it. and being as the little Buddy heaters are fueled by propane. it would eliminate having to have two fuel sorces. I'm definitely going to look into ordering one.
That’s how I use mine and it works great!
Butane cylinders are not as easy to find in my area. Yesterday my local WalMart had only one damaged butane cylinder, but over one hundred one pound disposable propane tanks.
If you go to your local Asian Grocery store you will find 4 packs of those butane canisters at a lower price. A few months ago I was paying $7.49 for a 4 pack. NOW they are $8.99 for a 4 pack
Would have really liked for you to come back and let us know for sure how many hours it performed and also the starting temp in the truck and what it was after say 30 min of use.
The total burn time was approx. 8 hrs. It was 4 hrs on low. Then 30 mins on Hi and 2.5 hrs on medium the next morning.
The temp was 34-35 that evening and 23-24 the next morning. It toasted up to 65-70 easily that night. The next morning I ran it on high until it was back around 65 or so then turned it down.
On a side note, all the condensation was gone the next morning after a hour or so.
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@@TrailMedic911 thanks for the info
@@TrailMedic911 thanks for the update. (Have you tried putting a metal coffee pot or mug close to it - for a warm drink before bedtime😊)
Also sams club in my area carrys the four pack of butane for less then 10 $
Any Asian store but a Japanese store. Japanese stores will cost you more.
Buy butane cans at Korean markets. Usually, $1.25 to $1.75 each. Every blue moon, you can find them for less in multi packs.
Thanks, I’ve heard they sell them at a good price. 👍
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My only complaint with Butane heaters is that they don't like to function if started in below freezing. As temperature goes down so does the pressure inside the canister and they require a minimum pressure to operate. Propane is similar but is more forgiving at low temperatures. Above freezing or if used once temps are up they work great.
Yep, that why I keep the canister warm. We’ve been doing this when backpacking for years. I keep a canister in the sleeping bag with me over night.
By propane then, or a butane propane mix. Why do folk make this so hard.
You could always sick the canister up you ar………
Looks like a sharp little product there. Thanks for sharing 👍
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Great review interested to see how it goes after a bit of use .
I’ll do a follow up video.
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Another awesome video man! I just bought a little buddy heater but I wish I would have saw this video before hand! Keep up the awesome content man!
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What do you dislike about the Little Buddy heater?
@@Travelingman724 They are great, just a little too big & warm for a truck camper.
It would be interesting to create a heat retaining tile or stone to sit above the heater.
Would that then reflect back some heat a little longer, after you turn the heater off?
That’s an idea! 👍
I think that's a great idea!
That's called a "thermal mass" and anything from rock, tiles, or other heat absorbing material could work. It's a theory used in "passive solar heating" designs where the sun comes through the insulated glass and then heats the bricks in the floor, wall, etc. While it will absorb heat and then reflect it back into the room after the heat source is removed (i.e. propane), it WILL ABSORB heat into the box you build and not heat the area as fast. Better to insulate the windows of that truck to keep from losing heat through those cold areas.
If you covered the windows and insulated that shell you could heat it with a candle…….
And boom, there goes that rock smashing the glass and setting your bag on fire. 😂😂😂😂 Some people. Why not just put a log on it say ½ hr before it goes out.
One: What sort of "medic" were you? Two: Your knife needs sharpening.
I was a Paramedic for 38 years. Now I’m retired and enjoying life. 👍
@@TrailMedic911 I was a Paramedic, in my regiment, on ambulances and Mountain Rescue Teams. First qualified, as a medic, in 1970, and ceased in 2001. It's great to be able to help people.
@@Demun1649I worked for the county ambulance service and taught Paramedic Science at the local College. Always nice to hear from a fellow Medic! 👍
Trail Medic, I found this one...KOVEA CUBIC Portable Butane Gas Heater with Pouch KGH-2010
Apparently it can be turned down low enough to last 12 hours, it's also very small at around 6.9"x 6.3"x 6.4" and all stainless steel.
I've ordered one anyway as I do leave my other one (same as your previous one from China) on throughout the night in my van, on low it only lasts for 4 hours so I waken up cold to replace the gas canister.
Of course I have a window and vent cracked open and two alarms, (carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide) Plus two fire extinguishers at hand.
I really like my eberspacher diesel heater but it's hard on my batteries and driving or running the engine to charge is counter productive, using fuel for heater and engine as well as extra unnecessary wear on my van.
I purchase those butane canisters by the 100's so less than £1.20 each ($1.35).
In my area at the moment, a large 7kg bottle works out more expensive per kg, strange as that sounds it's true.
I believe that is the same heater that I have and I think you’ll like it. It works great I’m the back of my truck or a tent. I haven’t used it in my van, but I’m sure it would do just fine there too.👍
@@TrailMedic911 Mine is different from the one in the video. Yes, KOVEA have some great gear, rather expensive but Good; you definitely get what you pay for from them 👍
Who do you buy the gas from please?
@@JazzFunkNobby1964 I get mine at Walmart most of the time
@@JazzFunkNobby1964 Amazon, I just lookout for the cheapest deal. Buying in bulk usually gets me it cheaper. Orders have been difficult lately so I couldn't recommend any at the moment, postage issues and some price hikes in the last few weeks.