*Lets all listen to a GenZ'r who can't grow a full beard and has "maybe 10 night camping in his life!* 🤣🤣🤣🤣 *Fauxverlander Wakes up and goes to McDonalds?* 🤣🤣🤣
@OfficialAing
Жыл бұрын
You got me good on this one! I cannot grow a full beard and yea probably like 8 trips. Just trying to get into the hobby/lifestyle. Thanks for watching, have a good day 👍 (Also you don’t have to listen to me…lol)
@ceddispaghetti8090
Жыл бұрын
*That's real "mature" of you, and super helpful. Instead of commenting something encouraging/useful to a young man trying to learn how to take care of himself and his family in nature....
@soulsurvivor4499
Жыл бұрын
Uncle, I support you in this
@soulsurvivor4499
Жыл бұрын
@@ceddispaghetti8090 he's a young man that is using political crappy tactics to get attention and ratings as more important than informing people. it's good to have unity but, good day sir.
@robertmaxwell3220
Жыл бұрын
Pax
@mikecallahan8234
11 ай бұрын
We moved into a mobile home that had no furnace and questionable everything else. We had been homeless 6 years due to my wife's health and lengthy hospital stays. We have little buddy heaters (3 of them). They work beautifully. I have the 1 lb. tank refill kit, 30 and 20 pound tanks. Make sure the stink is gone by making sure tank connections are tight and no gas is leaking. We are in our early seventies living in the richest most powerful nation on earth (and washing machines fly). As an aside, it's only going to get worse as every nation in the world is pining to go to war with everyone else. All the best to all of you.
@DanClapp
8 ай бұрын
lol my guy got kind of sidetracked there
@hankd4883
Жыл бұрын
Heat rises. The area above the heater will always be extra warm and other areas will be cold. I use a micro USB fan. I hang it above the heater and let it circulate the warm air. There are also fans you can buy that attached to your heater that will circulate air.
@adrianpoesiat
Жыл бұрын
Mine has a built in battery driven fan. Haven’t used it much
@jimsox881
7 ай бұрын
Correct You don't need the $30 wood stove fan that attaches to the heater. Small USB fan up high works BETTER
@wesr1490
Жыл бұрын
Like others have mentioned get a mr heater hose so you can attach a larger propane tank outside of the tent and you'll be able to run it all night if you want. Also get a metal paint tray and a convection fan that doesn't require any power. Place the paint try on top of the heater and put the fan on it and will circulate the air nicely instead of just going straight up. There are videos showing you how to do this. I use my buddy heater in my hunting blinds and ice fishing hut and absolutely love it.
@escapetherace1943
Жыл бұрын
you gotta bring the large tank INSIDE if you're in my levels of cold
@mrjeff2396
9 ай бұрын
No metal paint tray, use a paint grid instead! Plus you can actually heat water for cooking on the grid!
@randybeeson3424
Жыл бұрын
I would suggest getting warmer sleeping bags and air pads. Winter hikers sleep warm and don't have heaters. I'd really only use the heater when I got up in the morning. Don't throw away the bottles they can be refilled.
@larryfisher7056
6 ай бұрын
You are correct. I have used the Little Buddy in my tent in the evening while watching movies or relaxing but turn it off to sleep in my down bag. Next morning turn it on to warm the tent get up dress and go about your day.
@chadhensley3689
9 ай бұрын
This entire video is an example of people having unrealistic expectations and then being disappointed.
@OfficialAing
9 ай бұрын
Yea there was a lot wrong with this video! I’ll make a follow up one this winter 🫡
@vandall0160
Жыл бұрын
After using the buddy heaters for years in the deer camp tent, I would recommend using the Big Buddy and burning it on the low setting. I also use the adapter on a 20Lb tank and it lasts all week burning through the night and even some during each day. I have the unit in this video, and have also connected it to a 20Lb tank, but it can also be set tot he low setting if you cover your tent with a plastic tarp to hold in the heat, or have a heavy canvass tent. Through the last decade and buying many units, I have found none to be as reliable and safe as the Buddy heater, and I have no affiliation with the company at all.
@davidshortt88
9 ай бұрын
Exactly 💯
@TheAutumnWind_RN4L
8 ай бұрын
I saw a video of a guy complaining of moisture gathering in the room during operation. I'm uncertain if it was condensation due to its use in a garage. I planned on using it for emergency power outages. Have you noticed anything similar, as my concern is for the electronics in the room to be warmed.
@vandall0160
8 ай бұрын
@@TheAutumnWind_RN4L It may well have been from the user sweating. Even on low this thing will turn the tent into a sweat lodge quick. I usually heat up everything for about 10 minutes, then turn it to pilot only, and place it within reach from the bed to crank up and warm in the morning, else plan on having the doors and windows open. I usually use an insulated tarp over the tent as well due to the tent not having any type of "R" value, and on low it will still run you out. You would need a 12 man or better to run it on low to be comfortable at all, else plan on using it just to heat quick and shut it off. Last trip I used it, it was 22 degrees F, and still super hot after 7-10 minutes, heated covers sleeping bag and all.
@atatterson6992
8 ай бұрын
10/10
@sherimorgan7107
8 ай бұрын
Great comment! I agree with this 100%. We have the bigger one as backup in case of a blackout
@aliensgotme
Жыл бұрын
I'm so impressed with my buddy heater... I live outdoors, and this is my main heat source.
@ddz1375
Жыл бұрын
I live full-time in my RV and I love my little buddy heaters. They really saved my bacon when it hits 7 below.
@Voranc3216
10 ай бұрын
During an elk hunt last year I used this heater. With a two man tent and 5 degrees outside I used 3 bottles a night. Since then I've found to either use a bigger tank or get a converter that allows for refilling the small tanks yourself. Walmart sells the converter for $15
@LovingIdaho
Жыл бұрын
I bought my first big buddy heater in 1991-1992 and have never had an issue. I have 3 of them now . Always have a little ventilation in small areas like small tents . I usually camp 8-10 nights a month .
@James-ke5sx
Жыл бұрын
Get a heat activated stove fan that attaches to the top of your heater and it will blow the air horizontally across your space.
@rammerron2460
Жыл бұрын
Awesome as I watch this my Buddy Heater is running in our tent. You need a plastic sheet overtop and 20 LB propane canister and adapter . Cant beat mr buddy for ice fishing
@OfficialAing
Жыл бұрын
As always thank you for supporting! So a plastic sheet? Like over the tent? & 20lb tank is on the list!
@rammerron2460
Жыл бұрын
Dont forget the adapteur hose tank to mr buddy. Enjoy my friend
@ShawnL61189
Жыл бұрын
U need the bigger 18,000BTU heater with the fan. The ones with a fan are harder to find, but they’re still out there. That way your heat doesn’t go up, it’s blows out like 5’.
@mnight207
Жыл бұрын
These buddy heaters have been the best, especially for the money. And all the hacks you can do with them you cant beat it. I have the this one and the big buddy. I bought some usb computer fans to install on the little one and hooked up a usb on the big buddy to fun the fan from a powerbank
@rickcollingwood7748
Жыл бұрын
I have a Buddy heater. I love it. I got a 20 gallon propane tank on it. And it works like a charm. In a bunch of deer hunters, use them in their deer stands.
@spikerbrad23
Жыл бұрын
Hey, side note, one reason you might be cold is your tent is too big, you will be a lot warmer in a smaller tent. Its always temping to get a nice big tent so you can move around more, store your stuff, etc., but you will be colder.
@cowtowndowntown
Жыл бұрын
I have both buddy and big buddy heaters. Both are life savers when the power goes out during a winter storm. Plan on two 1lbs bottles for each 9-10 hours on low for each device. For three days you will need minimum 6 bottles for night heat along with carbon monoxide detectors and a fire extinguisher. You should be able to keep one poorly insulated 8 foot ceiling room with doors and windows covered about 55-65 degrees in zero degree weather on low. A battery operated fan is a plus in circulating the heat. Keep a couple of Q-tips with the device in case you need to clean the propane tube if it won’t light. We also use a UCO candlier as a night light with the set up and really love it.
@brittanybradford9239
Жыл бұрын
You can buy an attachment to hook this heater up to a regular large propane tank. Will last 10x as long
@garagekeys
Жыл бұрын
You mean will last 20x as long
@jshepard152
8 ай бұрын
@@garagekeys Haha. Yes. 20/1=20.
@stanleyromanowski9816
Жыл бұрын
You can put a heat powered fan on top of the heater to distribute the heat into your tent.
@jennd8935
Жыл бұрын
Amazon has a fan you can use with the Mr. Buddy. It's driven by heat. You can take the front grill off and there is a way to attach it so it can be used as a cooking platform. (hard to describe, but there are YT videos on it). I have a 4 person tent (but I'm the only one using it) and I've run the heater for about 1/2 hour at a time and then get up a couple hours later and repeat the process. Yes, it's a pain, but it beats freezing!
@OfficialAing
Жыл бұрын
Very nice! Okay I am going to look into that and you’re right it does beat freezing lol
@Brookawooka
Жыл бұрын
I have a dumb question: How do you turn it off? Do you unscrew the tank or just turn to off position?
@jennd8935
Жыл бұрын
@@Brookawooka - Just push the knob down and twist to the "off" position
@jayroser9876
Жыл бұрын
There is a way to swing the front grill up so you can set the heat driven fan on top of your heater. That fan is great because it requires no batteries or USB
@marilynbuenconsejo1090
Жыл бұрын
@@Brookawooka just turn to off position. No need to unscrew tank.
@Comeandtakeit1
8 ай бұрын
As someone who doesn’t camp except for in the winter. I have had the Big Buddy with the 20lb tank adapter for about 6 years, which is the only way to go. It will last you about 2 1/2 nights. There is no smell. Turn this sucker on about 15 minutes before bed to heat up the tent, you’ll be toasty. It’s a great purchase.
@philhammond7560
8 ай бұрын
I have one and it saved me and my wife's life from a power outage and freeze this month oregon.
@garagekeys
8 ай бұрын
OMG it's good you had this heater
@bryanbennett972
Жыл бұрын
I hook a painter's tray to the Handle on the Mr. Heater(Big Buddy) and place a wood stove fan on the tray above the grill on the heater. The heat spins the fan and it pushes heat out from the Mr. Heater. It works well and blows warm air out into the tent.
@dennismason7596
11 ай бұрын
I bought my heater buddy in 1964. I use it to heat my ice shack. It has never failed me. It has never frosted up the tank it has never stunk. I get about 18 hours of heat on low from one tank.
@jakeblack7784
Жыл бұрын
LOL. The buddy heater is very good for emergencies; that's why it sells so well.
@cd7071
8 ай бұрын
Hang a small paint roller cage on the top and it will allow you to put a small heater fan (no power needed, works off the heat). This will force more heat forward, rather than straight up.Works great and would help protect the roof of the tent from possibly burning.
@Sherry-jx9hs
Жыл бұрын
Like the other guy said you can use a large bbq tank with an adapter and a fan that is activated by heat to blow the heat out instead of it all going up. You can take the grille off and set the fan on it. There are other videos out there showing this
@robbomber984
Жыл бұрын
I love mine I also have a tank hose to hook up a big tank, buy the one for the buddy if your gonna use a tank. It kept my truck camper tiastie after heating up just leave the pilot and turn up just for seconds.
@OfficialAing
Жыл бұрын
Fair enough! I will try this out! Thank you!
@11AriseAndShine11
8 ай бұрын
You can get a fan attachment that will cause the air to blow outward. We bought one and stay toasty in small areas now! ❤ I love our little buddy! We've been using ours for 3 years now! Every time propane goes on sale, I stock up so we never run short in the winter.
@greghinerman5935
Жыл бұрын
for outdoors... use 20 pound tank and a buddy hose. also ...in extreme cold propane wont burn. the best emergency heat for your house that there is
@OfficialAing
Жыл бұрын
Cool! I appreciate this info! I will look into those 20 pounds containers
@rogerkarlinski3779
8 ай бұрын
I believe the instructions say to first run the heater on high to get the ceramic pad to glow red hot for a few minutes, THEN turn to the low setting. If you only set it initially to the low setting, the ceramic may not achieve the proper temperature to burn the unburned portions of the gas of the flame cavity behind the ceramic. When propane burns, the “flame” burns like 98% of the propane. The job of the ceramic is to burn the remaining 1.99% of the flame exhaust gasses which is why the Buddy is almost CO free.
@manuelalba1505
Жыл бұрын
My is being working for the past 8 years we buy a filter ones a year and we have a adapter for a 20 pound propane tank and no small or anything
@Mikael.formermilitary
Жыл бұрын
The instruction tells us to check for leaks using a spray bottle of soapy water. A detector is a must with any camp heater. I had two detectors in my 35 ft motor home. Better to run safe.
@charlesadamski_197
Жыл бұрын
Some tips for you. 1. I learned from the bugs - Cocoon. Just because you have an 8 person tent doesn't mean you have to use it all. Using shop clips hang a blanket and heat the area you're actually using. . 2. I bought a refill adapter because in Canada those propane canisters cost $11.00 each. I got 20 empty canisters from fire departments free and refill them for $1.50 each using the 20 lb.tank exchange program. 20 canisters for 30.00 for my backup Heater and stove. I'm comfortable in minus 30 Celsius. . I also use the Mr. Heater 20 foot propane hose with their filter to clean up whatever crap might be in the tank. . Enjoy your winter camping.
@SnakeEye65
3 күн бұрын
Well, let's revisit some school-level basics for that: a heated medium (ambient air plus exhaust) goes up unless in induced mode. The heated ceramic plate does offer some IR radiant heat though the surface is not big enough for that to make a huge difference - unless you're right in front. Less IR is probably good for the crammed camping environment with lots of warm clothes eager to go in flames. The overall heat discharge is what matters because it warms up the indoor 'air'. Think of an aircon of sorts in the heating mode. The whistling sound may come from the propane bottle that has reached the low pressure mark. And the last one (that should go first): the smell is a boon. It's a reminder about breathable air being regularly used and replaced with burning products. Always have a ventilation option.
@Southsidewheelsga
3 ай бұрын
Ive used buddy heaters for over 20 years. Other than condensation, they work perfectly fine. I used them in 15 degree weather in 12k ft altitude in Colorado.
@cre8iveworks
Жыл бұрын
Great video! I camp all 4 season and I dont like being cold at all. I have the Big Buddy Heater with the dual canisters with the 'built in fan' so it blows a bit farther. If you havent already modified ways to heating your tent, try using a cot (so you're not sleeping directly on the ground) with a good pad like Therma-Rest. I've used lesser expensive sleeping pads, but the warmest in my opinion is the Therma-Rest (6 or 7 R-value rating versions) and it works really well. Also, layering and a very good sleeping blanket makes a big difference. I use a -25F degree Neemo that gets pretty toasty, but I also pre-warm my bed with a heating blanket powered by a battery bank (I use Jackery and Deeno GT battery bank if I'm on oa non-electric site). Running the heating blanket for 1 hour with the Therma-Rest pad and a really good sleeping blanket will definitely warm up nicely and if you're battery is at least 500watts or more, you'll have several days of power to run it longer (just put the blanket on a timer for 1 hour). And if you use your Buddy Heater in combination with all the above, that should really keep you warm. Other than that, for winter camping, I use electric sites and bring space heaters - and layer the bottom of the tent floor with good insulation too. Winter camping is really fun - I hope you continue to camping! Everyone's version of warmth is different and the way I heat my tent works well for me - I've stayed pretty warm in temps that dropped below 20 degrees, but others may also have great ideas to keep warm. Here's how I heat my small-ish tent: kzitem.info/news/bejne/12eK0HmPr514f6Qsi=Te0O7W5Idfqb4T_w
@Mr7826
8 ай бұрын
I have using Mr. Buddy for years, we get 5 hours on low, but we never keep it running all night, I keep it close by our sleeping site, turn off get under cover, wake up turn on, in 5 minutes the tent is warm. We use a Panther 7ft X 9ft old style canvas tent using a paint cloth drop cloth for the floor.
@TechBrewGamer
Жыл бұрын
I purchased the 10lb propane tank with the hose. no issue going through the night. the smell is from the conertrate from the bottom. if you get a full tank then it will not smell until it runs out.
@HH-zg8zm
11 ай бұрын
Look open mesh top tent . Your gonna freeze. Put a blanket over the screen in top you will be warmer. 2 run the buddy on 20 pound tank. It will last 4.5 days on low. Running 24 /7 some of us use our noodle. 🤣
@MikeHacker
11 ай бұрын
Use the dual tank size it lasts longer than 3 hours... Also propane smells... You smell that rate at the end of a tank and that's the only time I smelled anything... make sure you have everything tight and no leaks because that would be bad... Two the dual tank heater has a blower... But you can by a blower for them I seen it ... And you can apparently heat water to with it... I love it...buy the grill tank and adapter use it on low setting and buy some reflectics for under your sleeping bags or emergency blanket for ground cover... Down sleeping bag is the best... Smaller space is easier to heat... No cotton clothes...
@quadsman11
Жыл бұрын
Are you serious !? Have a Mr. Heater Buddy myself, and absolutely LOVE IT ! You should probably take a look at the comments ! These little Heaters are absolutely a life saver when doing cold weather camping ! And, I have to ask you a personal question ! Why are you NOT SLEEPING WITH THAT STONE GORGEOUS GIRL OF YOUR'S, AND KEEPING HER WARM !?!
@stateofoklahomashallnotbei5469
Жыл бұрын
My buddy heater is ausum never ever had a problem I put a wood stove fan over it and I have to shut it down only an hour in for a 10 x 20 bedroom no smell
@christinanavarre8389
8 ай бұрын
The propane tank is freezing over because the fluid is moving faster to keep the heat going. Check on your Mr Buddy it will tell you what you need to have to adapt use to a 20 # propane tank, this info is listed directly on the Mr Buddy. It will last you for many days. In the worst cold 45 mph wind gusts and 18 mph sustainable winds for 3 days and nights.... In my 30 ft camper it stayed warm enough. It is good to have alternative heat options especially in lengthy power outages to keep yourself warm. Safety First of Course. Ist time here.
@jagd1
Жыл бұрын
Keep in mind that he is young, didn't do any research on an unknown product, took unknown/untested product into the the field, depending on it as 1 of the 2 sources of warmth they had, unfortunately put another at risk because of not testing product and to top it off, got online to give a bad review of a finely manufactured tool that he knew absolutely nothing about! It's a good product, for what it is made for and is much better if you read the directions, try it out before you take it camping and keep in mind that only the non California compliant big buddy, is the only one with an on-board fan that is run by batteries or a 120v. The little buddy, ragged in this video is really great when partnered with a small convection fan on top. If you do the math, it says exactly how many BTUs it uses so that no one has to guess how much fuel they need. Little tank prices are ridiculous but you can also do your own refills from a larger tank. The Buddy heaters also have good warranties and all parts are easy to find. I certainly wish the couple a much more enjoyable adventure, the next time around. When you don't have to focus on the basics, you'll have an awesome time! Blessings
@JonDoe-cg4mr
11 ай бұрын
The big buddy has a fan. It makes a big difference. And a 20 lb tank w adapter lasts a lot longer
@jshepard152
8 ай бұрын
Not anymore. Fan is discontinued on Big Buddy. They do have a fan model, but it's harder to find. They have them at Tractor Supply.
@timesensitive2117
Жыл бұрын
Thx for the review. A battery operated fan set on low at the roof of your tent would probably circulate the heat for better warmth.
@SRSchoner
Жыл бұрын
I have have a Portable Buddy Heater that I frequently use in my van over the last 4 years, and it DOES NOT produce a propane odor on or off. I would suspect from what you noticed as a cylinder, hissing, and having a coating of frost at the bottom with the heater OFF... That indicates a seal problem, either in the cylinder attachment or in the fittings inside the heater itself. I have left cylinders attached, even though the Mr. Heater instructions say not to, and there never is a leak, or frost, or a propane odor coming from it WHEN it is OFF or ON. And if you smell propane while it is on, THEN the heater has a seal problem. The Portable Buddy and all other Mr. Heater units are extremely efficient and do not expel un-burned propane, nor with ventilation produce carbon monoxide. Send it back to where you bought for another... or to Mr. Heater. It is under a one year warranty and Mr. Heater will send you another.
@forrestprice7939
11 ай бұрын
Nice to see people out enjoying the outdoors. Mr Heater makes a hose to hook a Buddy heater up to a 20lb bottle. You will have enough propane for running your heater for over a week with heater on low for 12 hours a day
@louwallace4139
Жыл бұрын
I love mine. Used it full time the past two years. I ditched the propane tanks... waste of mone. The ice on the propane is resolved by pouring warm water on it... never sleep with it on... and inside.
@coolworkgear9231
9 ай бұрын
I have been using the Mr Buddy Heater for over 10 years inside of my semi truck. It has been one of the best heating options I have ever used. All propane tanks and little green bottles smell like propane when you initially like it because you have to let it fit for a while to reprime so you are going to smell propane all propane bottles antiques smell like propane when they are running out. The heat rises because that's what he does naturally due to convection I have camped in tents with a large 20 lb bottle and just place the heater on the floor and sleep on the opposite side of the tent
@randallflores-qr8cs
Жыл бұрын
About a million years ago II had one of those cheapass nylon tents. It took one mountain storm to destroy it! I bought a canvas outfitter's tent and wood stove and used them for years in Utah, and Colorado, deer and elk hunting, for a couple weeks at a time. That tent and stove were the best investments I ever made, especially when the freezing rain and snow hit.
@kevola5739
Жыл бұрын
Attach a 20 lb tank with the correct Mr Buddy hose and the tank changing and smell issue should be a thing of the past. There are videos about simple fan add ons that should help with the heat dispersement or you good move up to the Big Buddy which has a fan and room for 2 1lb tanks. The 20lb tank setup is cheaper in the long run.
@ericfranklin6229
Жыл бұрын
They all "swalllow" propane. It's a matter of heater BTU output vs how many BTU,s are in a bottle. And Herre is a tip, Buy the big buddy for a little more money and insert 2 bottles. They big buddy output on low and medium is the same as the little one on high but you get twice the run time, unless your running it on high. I have had mine since 2007, have ran hundreds of pounds of propane through it and it has never messed up.
@pauldaube243
Жыл бұрын
I used to freeze in my tent, got a nice hot tent with a wonderful wood stove and now camping in the winter is toasty warm!
@robertmaxwell3220
Жыл бұрын
Fyi. You can use an aluminum paint tray,put on top of Bubby.Delects heat out,and can boil water ny setting pot on it!Use strong grade of tray,not disposable.
@Nicuhaha420
Жыл бұрын
Been homeless just before got a mr. Buddy heater for an 8 ft by 8 ft treehouse it will eat up a 1-pound bottle of propane in 3 hours ended up getting the filter and the propane hose for a 20-pound bottle worked out awesome
@jessicabuckman9675
11 ай бұрын
I have a Mister Buddy Heater, I used it out in my woodshop. Two tanks of propane lasted 5 to 6 hours.
@SoLowKaspar
10 ай бұрын
Having a fan circulating air back down is how you use this space heater. Its not like your electric heaters that have some type of blower. Our home has no heat and we use this single space heater with our ceiling fans set in reverse to push heat down and it warms up the entire house.
@MaineMadeHomesteader
11 ай бұрын
I have one, and I just got the line filter they sell and hooked up a 20-lb grill tank, much better than using those little tanks.
@bobd642
8 ай бұрын
The "odor" is new smell. The heat more up than out front is thermodynamics. Not the heaters fault. For bigger tent and heat out the front buy the Big Buddy with built in fan.
@aquarianspeak
Жыл бұрын
did you keep a gas detector? you can hook to a larger propane tank too... you can put a little fan hooked up above it then the fan will blow air directionally
@timothyedmiston8756
9 ай бұрын
All you have to do is buy the metal filter that screws on where the 1 pound propane tank goes buy you a hose screw it into that filter and take that hose to a 20 pound propane tank and you’ll be good because on low with a 20 pound propane tank you can get about 92 to 96 hours out of it continuous
@mbcrandell7766
11 ай бұрын
So here’s the deal; place a good tarpon the ground & then make sore you have another tarp to place over the top of your tent. Make sure your sleeping bags will keep you warm in even colder weather situations. A medium sized buddy should keep you snug. I also carry a rocket stove in my trunk as well. You will have a warmer shelter and sleep better. I do tend to think of a tent as a 4 person so I never have used a larger one. As a mom and a grandmother that should work for you. We always stayed under a tree or two as a wind break. We never got cold I figure the little propane heater would work very well Thank you for sharing 😉
@bobbyc1542
Жыл бұрын
When I hear that "dog whistle" sound, I swap bottles. When there's less than 10% in the bottle, it makes that sound. I also use a little fan to move that hot air at the top of the unit around.
@larrybauman7430
11 ай бұрын
I have 1. I love it. I hook it up to a 25 lb propane propane bottle.
@cindyb8856
Жыл бұрын
I love my Mr Buddy heaters. I don't have a propane smell. Be sure to use soapy water to make sure you have no propane leaks. I bought an adapter to use on a BBQ tank outside. On low, it will last approx 72 hours of continuous use. Get a carbon monoxide alarm for safety. I use a fan like you would use on a wood burning stove to move the air. I live in a small 1990's travel trailer and this is my only source of heat. It keeps me toasty even in temps below zero.
@survivalishardstaystorng
10 ай бұрын
Here's what you're not realizing that little heater is really designed for a very good insulated tent which you are probably using a summer tent not a winter tent. Not to mention the heater is really good for a small tent you have to get the new one Mr Heater Buddy 2 or whatever it's called I got it seems to work pretty good on my first test
@williamcrockett8511
11 ай бұрын
I love the buddy heater I have a hose that goes to a large canister of propane which I can keep outside or inside the tent and run the tube I also bought a product from Voda and it is a heat powered fan that can go above the fan so the one the heat hits it it powers it's not battery powered it the heat powers the fan and it'll blow the heat across
@amberperez9643
8 ай бұрын
Get a heat activated fan to go on top of it and it will distribute the heat better within the tent
@mrs.seaturtle66allen78
Жыл бұрын
We live near the coldest place ever recorded in the lower 48 states and we use a buddy heater all the time. They work really well. We also just got a small one to keep in our vehicle.
@becausehelivesministryintl6841
Жыл бұрын
Since heat rises I always put my small battery fan behind it to push the heat in any direction. It works very well. Yes it does go through some propane pretty fast. Lol But at least your not freezing. Lol
@AdventureswithP.C.Wabash6057
11 ай бұрын
Own one for years. Never stunk. 8 have a 6 person Alaskan guide tent. It will run you out of there. On low. Get a better tent. The Alaskaguide probably the best. Full fly so it like having 2 walls so you get a insulation barrier Also sleeping bag. Rate for at least 0. My is rated at -20. It is awesome. Never cold ever been camping in 18* . To stay warm in winter good tent and good bag. Mr Buddy up grafe to 20lbs tank you won't run. Out
@stickxxcummings
Жыл бұрын
The price of one little bottle is crazy a 20 lbs tank is like 15 bucks
@mrjeff2396
9 ай бұрын
Get yourself a thermoelectric fan and a 5 gal paint grid. Set the paint grid on the top of the Buddy heater and the thermoelectric fan on the grid. The Buddy heater is safe inside the tent. Use a small tent vent gap and also a carbon monoxide detector for safety as well. Happy Camping. No charge!
@Comm0ut
6 ай бұрын
Heaters are an extra when camping. Your clothes HAT (warm headgear matters!) and sleeping bag should make them not necessary for sleeping so you don't need to run them while you are unconscious. Most people fail to properly equip for cold weather. For example I get sleeping bags rated for at least forty degrees below any temp I'll ever see then I can use them zipped or not. Thermal underwear and wool hiking socks are gold. So is putting your boots in a trash bad inside your bag (which you wisely bought oversize for the purpose.
@williamgrissom1995
11 ай бұрын
A little research would have solved issues. A big tank with a hose, and filter to save issues later, and a fan that runs off of the heat would have solved your issues. But for any buddy watching, after hook up open your propane tank very slowly or you the pressure will set off the safety ball in the hose that will make buddy heater not work. Now with fan design I can't help you, because my fan spins like hell on low heat but isn't producing alot of air movement. It does help, but not alot. If I had the money I'd gladly start testing the fans designs to see what works the best. But I have no money being disabled, and I don't have a clue how to get the money to buy and test each fan. But I'm sure someone smarter than me at collecting money will do just that. A good working portable buddy is well worthy the money. If somebody comes up with the best heat powered fan, let me know which one. If anyone wants me to test them, please help me learn how to get the money for the fans and how to make the videos. For the record, I'm disabled and would do this just to find the best fan for use too. If I had my way I'd just have the fans sent to me and avoid the money altogether. ☺️
@87Ahoff87
Жыл бұрын
You need to burn off any manufacturing chemicals before 1st time use. Mine did the same thing, but I intentionally ran it before I needed to use it in an emergency. I purchased my Big Buddy for emergency use rather than camping. Also, keep in mind that the different size Buddy Heaters will heat different square footage. You mentioned that you have an 8 man tent. For example my Big Buddy can heat a room up to 450 sq ft IIRC. Check your manual or your box. The hissing sound you heard in the middle of the night was your can running out of fuel. Instead of blowing through 3 - 4 1lb cans per night, especially if you're going to be out for several nights camping invest in a 20lb tank, purchase an extension hose & filter. I filled up a 20lb tank at Costco from empty a few days ago (January 2023) for $12. I purchased this tank new from Ace Hardware for $55 or so as a 2nd tank. Watch some KZitem vids on this. You also mentioned concern for losing heat vertically. There are heat powered fans that blow the heat forward. You can purchase these on Amazon for around $40. Some Buddy Heaters come with a blower fan, but the Mr. Heater website said that for whatever regulation reason they had to stop. At least on the Big Buddy. Maybe yours too....?
@jasonjjj27
10 ай бұрын
Maybe get one of those cheap heat activated wood stove fans and put it in front to push the hot air forward, but that might be too much equipment. It's an idea tho.
@rolenrodes1371
4 күн бұрын
Hook it up to a 2.5 or 5 gallon tank and then get the small fan that sits on top...
@skapunkoialternativeliving6522
Жыл бұрын
I have the big body heater I've had no problem with it it warms up my Van nicely I will not use any other heater
@hardcore9618
7 ай бұрын
It sounds like they have very little camping experience , I would ask how the tent fly was set , tied out away from the tent would let your heat out as fast as you made it. Also in a smaller tent you might not even need a heater , the sleeping bag could be the problem also.
@lyraecafe
8 ай бұрын
Duuuude if you were smelling propane that means there was a LEAK (canister not screwed in tight enough or faulty connection somewhere). You have to check connections with SOAPY WATER .. the bubbles will expand if there is a gas leak. 🙏🏻
@baller907
Жыл бұрын
Buddy heater has always worked fine for myself. Your tent is a bigger issue than the heater. You're losing heat faster than making it. Buy a used parachute or something to build another layer to cover your tent up and and I'll bet that buddy heater will run on low and a single 1 lb Propane all night. Or purchase a tent that is built to work with some sort of heat. Usually with the tent and a fly or 2 layers. Helps keep the heat in. Good luck on your next adventure.
@burtpanzer
Жыл бұрын
Tents don't retain heat very well, but with an insulated room or trailer it heats the place up real fast. I only need to run it for 5-10 minutes at a time. It's a shame that 47K people might not buy one now when I think they're great.
@richmurphy1787
8 ай бұрын
I don’t think it was the heater problem. I think it was the problem with your tent. It looks like you have a three season tent and you’re trying to camp in cold weather.
@LVTHN69
Жыл бұрын
8 person tent? You would have been better off with the "Big Buddy" two tanks will last 11 hours on low setting. Next step get a tent that has thicker material and will hold in the heat better. It does not take much once the warm air is not allowed to escape.
@rachael9372
Жыл бұрын
JUST SO YOU WILL KNOW, HEAT RISES THAT IS WHY IT WAS GOING UP. PUT A LITTLE FAN BEHIND IT.
@OfficialAing
Жыл бұрын
I think that’s what we will end up doing!
@911arrow4
Жыл бұрын
I use a buddy heater for my big bedroom. It heats it up to 72 degrees very quickly on low. I refill my small propane tanks for buddy myself. I found a refill place that is $3 a gallon. Uhaul was 6 a gallon. A few weeks use nightly is less than $15. Oh yes, i do have a fan on top
@jshepard152
8 ай бұрын
Costco has good prices on refills.
@gloriaclark-nf3ze
10 ай бұрын
I guess it depends on the tent. We have kodiak canvas for 8 people 10x14 and we have the regular Mr. Buddy and that thing gets sooo hot in the low setting that we need to turn it off. Plus canvas retains hit and we love it. I would recomend using a 20 lbs has tank. It lasts forever for us and we use it on low.
@smokinggar714
Жыл бұрын
You may have a problem but I have 6 of them got my first one back in 2004 and still working great and no smell I keep one in my garage and one in basement and the others I use for camping but all of them run off a 20 pound bottle
@rideordiechickdietoride4557
11 ай бұрын
I own 6 from the smallest to the big one. I have 1 for m RV and 1 for my Travel Trailer. I use a small one in my Sunroom just for personal heat. They all work great and are convenient to use. B the way, get the adapter and a 20 lb tank or even 5 lb tank. I've never had a smell with my heaters.
@mariusneumayer4419
Жыл бұрын
The grill is removable and you can cook on it, as well as you can put a top stove fan that requires no batteries and moves air around. It's a great heater and with a 20lb tank you are gonna love it. I hate this small 1lb propane tanks.
@Thatsmisteroldguytou
Жыл бұрын
I've used. I've 4 feet from me. I rigged a hood out of a broken grill hood any the heat went directly at me. One bottle 5 hrs.
@stevieg6616
Жыл бұрын
This guy is really surprised heat rises!?! Jesus Christ! Easy fix some use a heat induction fan to redirect heat. If you want to get into winter camping consider a winter tent and wood stove combo.
@OfficialAing
Жыл бұрын
Yea I know heat rises lol I just thought it had an internal fan to push it my way. Will definitely look into a winter tent!
@stickxxcummings
Жыл бұрын
I just got one two weeks ago ,it worked great and it was cold as hell in the 20 and the camper was 88 after two hrs
@tonyroyal481
Жыл бұрын
I have a big buddy hooked up to a 20lb tank and a buddy propane filter and have been using it for 2 years and it is the best purchase I have ever made heats my whole motor home quick
@jshepard152
8 ай бұрын
FYI....The manufacturer sells a hose that does not leach oil and does not require a filter. Mr. Heater part# F273704.
@chrislogue2659
8 ай бұрын
I just use a screw on to the canister style one,old Colman round deal,it'll heat up a tent good without using so much gas.
@billbong156
8 ай бұрын
They make a fan for these to help distribute the heat better.
@leedog168
11 ай бұрын
I've used mine for several years,,, no issues . And you'll get better results with a #20 cylinder attached to it. Also I've used it in my camper a long with a carbon monoxide detector... Which read 0.003... absolutely safe indoors..
@jshepard152
8 ай бұрын
Safe indoors IF there is oxygen. Any heater than burns can use up all the oxygen in your enclosure. You still need some ventilation.
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