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Words and photos from 4wd talk 4 Reasons Why a Lithium Battery is Best for Cold-Weather Camping Many of you have probably noticed that the long, sunny summer days are now behind us, and that can only mean one thing: winter is coming! And while summer is a great time to get out and explore, camping during the colder months is a lot of fun, too! With that said, cold-weather camping poses a unique set of challenges, and investing in [...]

Words and photos from 4wd talk The Science of Heat: Understanding the Efficiency of Diesel Heaters If you follow my articles here on 4WDTalk, you likely already know that I’m a big fan of diesel heaters. In fact, I have a 2kw Autoterm diesel air heater installed in the nose of my Turtleback Expedition Trailer, and I also have a 4kw Planar Heaters portable diesel heater that I bring along for heating up any ground tents that I use. But [...]

Words and photos from 4wd talkMaintaining Your Diesel Heater: Tips for a Warm and Cozy Winter Camping SeasonIf there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that nobody enjoys being cold, especially when it comes to a good night’s sleep!As winter approaches and the temperature drops, it’s essential to ensure that your diesel heater is in prime condition for fall and winter camping trips.In this quick guide, I’ll cover a few things I’ve learned from my experiences having diesel heaters. [...]

Words and photos from 4wd talk Which Heater Fuel is Right for Your Van: Propane, Electric, or Diesel? Heating a van is one of those subjects that is difficult to answer. It’s not that it is difficult to do, the problem here is that it is hard to find a source that is efficient, safe, does not lead to condensation, and does not make much noise. With all the above criteria you can imagine that producing a satisfying product can [...]

Words and photos from 4wd talk Diesel is Our Heating for Camping Fuel of Choice It’s that time of year again, winter is in full swing, temps are low, and the last thing you want is to be miserable freezing in a tent all night long. Therefore, camping is postponed until the weather gets better. Well, it doesn’t have to be that way. Heating for camping has come a long way, and a quick search on the internet will fill [...]

Words and photos from 4wd talk I’ve owned this Planar diesel heater (it’s the 2kW version) for five months and have used it quite extensively. Based on my experiences with it, I can safely say that out of all the diesel heaters I have tested to date, this one crushes the competition. But the proof is in the pudding, so in this Planar diesel heater review, I’ll share some real-world experiences I’ve had with this heater to illustrate why it [...]