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Thanks for that! I only think I will carry the small ones, leaking is almost impossible as I disconnect when not using.

I thought of that but heard a few people that were nervous with burning gas. I really am not sure, would be nice to be able to pull out of the main tank. I have never had battery problems when cold. If I had a plug in I would use the block heater and the 110 v electric heater that I carry...

Okay so have been doing some thinking (not always a good thing but a needed thing). Some of the posts have got me thinking and I was having a problem deciding how to proceed with the heating/cooking. I do not mind propane, have been having a gas with it for years and I find it very stable when...

I have been playing with the idea of a van conversion and was intrigued when someone mentioned a diesel heater for the back like you have. Any idea on the fuel usage of your heater and how long a tank of fuel would last? I would have the space to mount under the frame but with it inside it...

I understand your frustration but look at it as you know it is in like new condition and should outlast the time that you own it. Never fun to pay out but a relief when you hit the road in that you know it is one less thing to worry about. If it was not in bad shape then doing the upgrades...

Good points about storage. About standing up.... well I am vertically challenged so I could almost stand up in low roof :-)

Well I have been convinced to stay away from the PM and wouldn't you know it I have two ready to camp units offered to me this week :ugh: Add to that my current daily driver has a possible leak in the transmission cooler and I am really wanting to get the RV project going. I may have a chance...

Thanks I have read about the Turtle before but will reread it again. I am not unfamiliar with cold weather camping and in fact I help others with it in larger vehicles, I am just trying to find the best ideas using a van. It is -15C (5F) now and I am thinking of camping tomorrow in the RV...

So I have figured out a perfect van, it is a hybrid between..... For clearance and size ..... For maneuverability and travel speed ....... For fuel economy........ For camping luxury ........ For warmth in the winter And for coolness......... So as you probably figured...

Is your Transit Diesel? If not where did you mount the diesel tank? You have me really curious now, I thought of going with a vented cat heater that would run off propane then propane for my stove top but the idea of diesel intrigues me. I had heard of a stove top that also was an area heater...

There are a number of these kicking around, as well as Astro vans from Japan. All the ones that I have seen are in perfect condition, no rust , no smell and they look new inside and out.

A couple good points. Thanks!

I carry a separate cat heater for that purpose, also a 110v electric heater for when I have power.

Why did you go with the diesel heater with a gas van? Was there something that stood out for the diesel? What heater are you using?

Yes I live in southern Alberta but my shooting takes me all over. Winter in Northern Saskatchewan, Alberta or even the NWT's is a lot colder then here. As well once I am on the road I have no way of knowing where the temps are going or where I may end up. Preparing for cool weather when you...

Problem with anything Benz is that the closest dealer is 3 hours away so warranty work would be a pain. As well most of the areas that I go are not going to have a Benz dealer.

Ozarker I like your ideas and a lot is what I was thinking. I am leaning more towards spray in foam at this time but that is still a 50/50 split in my mind. The premade unit was a way to get on the road then to modify as I had time, I may have to stay in a motel when REALLY cold but I would at...

Well not going with the Promaster has changed a LOT of things. Looking at most of the prebuilt units in the size of the Promaster/ Transit for getting the better ground clearance most are on Promaster so they are out. There are a few on Transit but the price is either crazy or the layout does...

The Transit is not a show stopper either :sombrero: I think for looks a GMC cargo van with a raised roof is nicer then the mega van look.

I have never had an issue with fuel gelling, all my vehicles are gas and in the real cold I run the block heater in the mornings then I don't worry about it after that. So far (32 years of driving in the cold) not a problem. The Winnabago is a lot more than I want to spend and really do not...