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Old 05-27-2002, 01:09 PM   #6
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Default Re: Batteries/12V/Invertors

Chris,

I would like to mention two purchases that have made our "dry camping" a much more simple process:  1) a extremely quiet, light-weight, very portable Honda 2000eu watt generator and 2) a propane heater from Mr Heater, called Portable Buddy.

We use the generator only to make coffee, run the microwave and charge the battery when required.  We try limit our light usage to one at a time and turn the refrig to propane.  When dry camping the TV is set to run on 12V.  The furnace is turned off and out comes the "Buddy" heater.

The portable "Buddy" is placed on the top of the stove in our 2720SL. It can be operated using a standard 1 lb canister of propane.  However, we use an optional 12 ft hose connector assembly, purchased from Mr. Heater, which is connected to the heater and threaded through the small velcro'd flap to an outside 20 lb tank.  This option is billed to heat for 110 hours.  The unit operates at two settings:  a 4000 btu low setting and a 9000 btu high setting.  One unique feature of this unit is it's automatic "Low-Oxygen" Shut- off system.  It's safe to use indoors.  

Thusfar, We are very happy with both the Honda generator and our "Buddy" heater.  Good luck in the woods, and beware of the black flies.  Boy, did I get "hammered" this past week, while chasing morels.

Happy Trails...........George
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