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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Words and photos from 4wd talk During the winter, you will want the Planar Heaters 4kw Portable Diesel Heater. It boasts a silencer so you can actually sleep, an air intake filter to bring fresh air into the unit, and a remote control so you can make adjustments without getting out of your sleeping [...]
Words and photos from 4wd talk While overlanding is all about getting back to nature and challenging yourself, it’s important to remember that comfort is key. Investing in comfort items, like the Planar Heaters 4kW portable diesel heater, is a great way to ensure that you have a comfortable and enjoyable experience while on [...]
Words and photos from 4wd talk We all know that summer is, by far, the best season for camping. And most campers spend the other three seasons longing for summer to come around again. But why? The answer is simple – most campers don’t know about the existence of a heater for tent camping. [...]
Words and photos from 4wd talk Winter camping sounds intriguing, and most people love to go fishing when the mercury starts to drop. But it’s all fun until the cold gets inside, and instead of enjoying it, you keep shivering out there. Campers use different techniques and equipment when Overlanding or boondocking to keep [...]
