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 [...]
Words and photos from 4wd talk If you are a summer camper, you may not have considered a diesel air heater; however, if you like to go cold-weather camping or if you like to seek out higher altitudes, this item is a must-have addition. Additionally, you might want to consider a forced air diesel [...]
Words and photos from 4wd talk A few months ago, I upgraded the batteries in my Turtleback Expedition Trailer with dual Ultimatron 100AH lithium batteries. Now that I’ve had some time in the field with these batteries, I thought I’d give you my two cents on how these batteries have performed under pressure. As [...]
Words and photos from 4wd talk Winter can get tiring, but have you ever tried summer camping in a properly hot place? I can assure you, I prefer the cold. Endless sweating, bugs, and dust – it can get miserable. However, there are ways to improve the experience. Let’s explore a few summer camping [...]
