The OP is referring to a diesel fueled space heater. Lots of camper vans use them. I have a 2kw unit that i need to install in my 82 westy.
Yes, but I thought was confusing, given the size and space of the Mk4. Plus routing the exhaust, and possibly the smell/other concerns. That's why I suggested a FH, which might offer a simpler or cleaner install and ease of daily operation, and seemed about the same price. In the Westy it makes more sense, given the size and weak OE heater (at least, our old Vanagon had weak heat), but if the OP's heating system, t-stat, blend doors, etc. are good, I would think a FH might be a nice solution. Of course, access to an outlet will be needed. Maybe a Webasto in that case? Only owner I know who had one was Lito, I think he liked his.
I've read that there are only 5 and 8kW heaters, and they all are adjustable down. To get 2kW, they simply limit the fuel on a 5kW heater. I can't vouch for this first hand, though.
The 5/8 kw units are physically larger. The true 2/3kw have a much smaller body and burner assembly. I have had both. Sold the 5 kw and purchased a smaller 2kw.
What exactly are you trying to achieve? Warm car in the AM when you get in? Or are you looking for an entirely self contained heating system, the Vevor mentioned so that you have heating anytime, anywhere?
I'm considering doing exactly the same thing. How big is your garage? Insulated? I was looking at the 5kw as the "shop" part of the garage is only 15x26.
Just a single car garage, have it on a door thats not used for now till I drill through wall for permanent install, took out tank and bought another tank with a 2 way petcock for extended run times, these work great and so easy to replace parts on them. I also run it from a 12v 20amp power supply.
These can be programmed for a certain temp so it will go on and off as needed.How do these work in terms of temperature regulation? When they hit setpoint do they cycle off and then back on, just go to a lower fire setting (thus you CAN overrun the temperature if the unit is too big for the space), etc? The manual is NOT clear at all.
My intended use is in a van converted into an RV, and also in my drag-behind trailer -- so having it not roast me out if I turn it on before going to bed (for example) is sort of important....
GP_RZ is correct -- these come on and go off according to a thermostat -- just like central heating in a house. However, there is also a fuel flow adjustment you can make that will vary the heat output somewhat. Typically, this is something you would set once and not adjust again. This accounts for the range quoted in the unit's ad, e.g. 5-8K BTU.How do these work in terms of temperature regulation? When they hit setpoint do they cycle off and then back on, just go to a lower fire setting (thus you CAN overrun the temperature if the unit is too big for the space), etc? The manual is NOT clear at all.
My intended use is in a van converted into an RV, and also in my drag-behind trailer -- so having it not roast me out if I turn it on before going to bed (for example) is sort of important....
