Sorry if this is stupid but i "do" want to know. I never used these type before and dont know how they work. How does this type of Garage Heater work? Tell me everything you guys know about it such as what does it run on, does it need electricity, etc... I hate my current electric one that I just bought so I'm looking into one of these type. Need to heat up a 2 Car Garage. This type of Garage Heater.
looks like that one is kerosene, yes it needs power to run. And they are real stinks and use up alot of oxygen.your eyes will be burning after it runs for a few minuites
Is it worth getting one(used)? or whats my best option? Willing to spend around $200. New or use is ok. I really want one of those shop ones that require hardwiring but currently I need it this winter and dont want to spent alot of money, yet. only gonna use it maybe once/twice a month.
you know what i think i have one out at my parents place, unsure how well it works since i haven't used in a long long long time, i would sell it for dirt cheap.
I'd weigh the options first, these do throw a lot of heat, but as mentioned, the kerosene fumes can be a little overpowering.
I have a 35000btu propane heater and it works fine for my garage (2 car garage). 50 degrees inside while it's 0 outside...
Yeah it is a really good idea to vent your area if you are going to use something like this. That is going to be your problem... using up all of your clean air. So think about how can you vent clean air in without loosing all of your heat. Good Luck
http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_6970_200332713_200332713 honestly the best thing out there for weekend winter mechanic in my opinion. snag the BBQ propane tank, attach that. heat the garage up. work on the car. awesome heater.
yeah we used a sunflower heater very similar to this in the last house i lived in. it works. no smell. plus you can just use the tank from the grill as stated above instead of dealing with a different fuel source.
I just got a friend a propane heater for christmas but it is like the heater that the op posted. It is a 35,000 BTU heater plenty for a two car garage.
Electric heater I have an electric Farenheat heater mounted to the ceiling in my garage and have been more than happy with it over the past 2 years. My garage and front and back garage doors are all insulated which helps out greatly.
I used a loaned propane heater last week for the first time. Worked pretty well in my 2-car. What exactly are the risks and considerations with using one of the small LP heaters? I know they exhaust CO, which hangs low, and they burn up available oxygen. Is cracking the garage door a few inches enough for a couple hours of work in the garage?
Sorry if this is a derail, but I think it's in the same vein. If I'd get something electric, how much would I have to spend to keep an uninsulated 2 car garage above 10 degrees? I'm not looking to work in the garage specifically, but I'd like it if the car would start a bit better, without struggling so hard. Secondly: Would it be better to just get a block heater? How much do these run for, and how difficult is the installation? [I've never had one installed in a car before, they've always come standard. STis don't offer it as standard kit, I guess.] Car is an 05 STi - I've found block heaters for Imprezas that specifically state "Non-WRX only." Any help would be appreciated.
That must be soooo nice. Every time I have to get under the car I wish my floor was heated. I need a lift :biggrin:
Yes, this is a threadjack and yes this is what a block heater is for. Easy install. Drain coolant, pull block plug, install block heater, route cord, then refill coolant. I need a real ceiling and insulated garage doors before I think about wasting more money on propane or electricity this winter. For the time being, halogen lights, a small mr heater (thanks Lexi!), and a jacket do the trick for my detached 2-stall.
Can't help ya with cost, I only turn mine on when I need to be in the garage. I'm not rich enough to afford keeping my garage warm all winter unfortunately. However I can say if I use the heater for a full day I can notice a couple bucks here and there on the bill. I'd say go block heater over running an electric heater all winter. Especially if your garage is not insulated. If you have the $$$ i'd suggest at least insulating your ceiling, that would help tons with keeping the heat in.
i will de rail with you. https://www.chaplinssubarugenuineparts.com/product_info.php?products_id=65 i just put this on my 04 STI works unbelievably well. starts with no hesitation. I park out side every night and the heat inside the car warms up very quick because the coolant is well on its way to being up to temp. i installed it myself fairly quickly. im sure someone on here (me, depending on where you live and times etc...) could help you or do it for you if you wanted -Dan
The other thing to keep in mind is the stock battery sucks ass. 300cca. The one in my new forester is going to be replaced shorty. 10 degrees outside and it cranks slow. No point in going to the dealership, they are going to throw another craptastic battery in it. Ej20, YOU need to decide what your plans are. If you plan on installing something better later on, just go with the propane heater. http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...2713_200332713 It is small, portable and works. It will save you money until you can install a real/better heater. If you plan on keeping this as your heat source for years to come, you better up your budget and get something half-assed decent. No point in spending $200 on something that is only going to last a year or 2 then add on the cost of kerosene and such. Personally, I am running the single version of the heater I linked above. Anf for now, it works. Most of my garage is insulated (all the walls), but I need to insulate the attic. Of course, I need a job so I can finish all the other items before I blow in insulation. Russ
Here is a link to a heater that would work fine, It is a bit bigger than the sunflowers people have been posting but it still runs off propane and plus it is forced air so it pushs the hot air around. http://www.amazon.com/Mr-Heater-Propane-Forced-Air-MH35FA/dp/B0000C6E3H
If it is your garage. insulation would be my first investment. this will keep a lot of heat in (from the car engine and house heat) and a lot of cold out. Doing this alone will make a good difference in the temp. From there i would get a permanent heater. Like russ said don't spend $200 on something + fuel. Do this like you would your car. Make the right steps and do it as a process. This time of year is great for the attic work because it isn't deathly hot. insulation isn't too expensive and you get a tax credit for it (talk to your tax person). it is easy to install (the rolls) and should be a few hours (or one) work, at the most.
Yeah, cost of insulation to put int he walls is probably less than the extra cost of heating it without . . . AND you can get a smaller heater. I have an oversized 2-car garage 24'x24'. R19 in the walls, R36 in the ceiling, and the doors (2 9'x7') are R10-ish (don't 'zactly remember). Two 36"x60" windows. I actually had an HVAC professional do a heat calc and it ended up like 38,000btu, so I ended up with a 45,000btu heater. Typically I keep the garage at 45F, but I can crank it up to 70F in the dead of winter when it's -20F out and it's nice and comfy
Also, if using a free-standing heater, keep in mind the potential for oxygen depletion. Many heaters will have an oxygen depletion sensor and shut down if it gets too low, but not all . . . Too little oxygen is no better than too much carbon monoxide.
to add to that... then you have to crack the garage door to get in breathable air and then you loose all of your heat. if you are trying to just keep it warm for your cars the expense for keeping it heated will be too high with a portable unit.
