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[NV200]

Hello Ladies and Gentelmen.

I'am building my Nissan NV200 into a mobile bedroom.

I'am looking for any information on heating my NV200. I don't plan on needing a lot of heat but I want to have all I will need in case of emergency in the winter. I have a propane heater that I can use but I don't like the condensation or venting enough to avoid condensation. I would appreciate any input. Thank you.

[simimike]

Propane is your best option. If you get one of the heaters that vent to the outside that would solve the condensation problem. Another option is a gasoline 12VDC heater tapped off your gas tank. They are expensive but it solves your propane dilemma. They also vent to the outside.  Do an internet search for marine gasoline heaters. Either way you will end up cutting a hole in your van. Hope this helps.

 

  Mike

[NV200]

Thank you I'll look into doing one of those two. Not looking forward to putting a hole in my van but I gotta do what I gotta do to stay warm. Thanks again.

[my_wild_dreams_]

How far north will you be during winter? I got a propane little buddy heater as I was building my van. I tested it out and learned how much condensation it can create. I don't like creating a bunch of moisture in my van so I have it ventilated well while using the heater, and thus the heater is only useful while it is actually running. I used it a couple times to test it out, and then one time during winter when my girlfriend and I waited in my van for a business to open up. Since I've started full-timing in July, I haven't used it once. I'm thinking about getting rid of it. (I've followed the warmth south for the winter, which I'm sure makes a huge difference) 

 

In my case, I wish I had not bought it and just waited to see whether I actually want it.