My Smiths heater seems a little anemic, and has stopped working altogether sometimes . . wondering what my options are for replacement? can kodiak heaters be found? are there other after-market heaters that work??
Thanks,
Heater Options?
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steveep
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John
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If you want to go the "new" route you could opt for Rovers North's "Mansfield Heater"
http://www.roversnorth.com/store/p-1105 ... a-rhs.aspx
http://www.roversnorth.com/store/p-1105 ... a-rhs.aspx
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You should be able to find an old Kodiak from someone here who has an old truck for parts. I'm sure that either Alan (Roverworks), Aart (UK Trek and Traction) or Martyn Russell (National 4X4) would have one kicking around. Once you get the sheet metal — basically a top shell in which the heater core and squirrel cage sits, and a bottom shell which is the vent unit — you can then have the old heater recored, and the motor, or at least it's current replacement model, can be purchased at most auto electric places. I did mine recently and I can find you the brand name and part number if you go that route.
Dave
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Further details on the replacement motor...
It is a Red Dot model #106-73R0152, which cost me $69.43
If you can't locate it through a local Auto-electric dealer, you can call Roko Service in Vernon and ask for Dave (250-542-5344). I called him and he said that while they aren't an exclusive dealer, there aren't very many dealers in western Canada, so he's happy to ship you one.
cheers, Dave
It is a Red Dot model #106-73R0152, which cost me $69.43
If you can't locate it through a local Auto-electric dealer, you can call Roko Service in Vernon and ask for Dave (250-542-5344). I called him and he said that while they aren't an exclusive dealer, there aren't very many dealers in western Canada, so he's happy to ship you one.
cheers, Dave
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Much appreciated guys,
Those Mansfield's look pretty amazing, but as much as I wish I had $1000 to just throw at a heater (I'm a student) my Smiths isn't THAT big of an inconvenience
I'll probably try to chase down your leads Dave, I was just wondering now though, what's the big difference between the Smiths and these other heaters mechanically? Is it mostly the blower motor/squirrel cage? Could I just attach a higher RPM motor? Just wasn't sure how much better one heater core could be over another, or how much the encasement/routing could affect the heating capabilities. . . in the spirit of my already ridiculous mutt of a land rover, I was just wondering what sort of custom contraption I might be able to come up with,
thanks for the feedback,
Those Mansfield's look pretty amazing, but as much as I wish I had $1000 to just throw at a heater (I'm a student) my Smiths isn't THAT big of an inconvenience
I'll probably try to chase down your leads Dave, I was just wondering now though, what's the big difference between the Smiths and these other heaters mechanically? Is it mostly the blower motor/squirrel cage? Could I just attach a higher RPM motor? Just wasn't sure how much better one heater core could be over another, or how much the encasement/routing could affect the heating capabilities. . . in the spirit of my already ridiculous mutt of a land rover, I was just wondering what sort of custom contraption I might be able to come up with,
thanks for the feedback,
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I'm not familiar with the smiths heater, as mine has the kodiak, and I haven't concentrated much on what other heating options are out there...
The kodiak requires a 4" (roughly) round hole cut in the upper side of the passenger footwell, and 4 holes for 1/4" bolts. It has a rather primitive vent in the interior, and two 2" hoses going up through the dash for defrost. A kodiak in good shape puts out a lot of heat, but a more modern venting system, such as that in the series IIIs definitely directs the heat where you want it to go in a less primitive fashion, but of course the dash on those trucks is completely different.
Theres also several heaters from ex-military trucks and ambulances that fit in the well between the seats and had heater hoses come up from below. These had outlet ducts coming up the corners and roof of the cab to the windshield. You may be able to get your hands on one of those and run your own ducts, as the heaters themselves were fairly heavy-duty.
A final option is to get ahold of the last newsletter -- which is sent to club members, and in there one of the members goes through in detail how he heats his ex-mod lightweight...
Dave
The kodiak requires a 4" (roughly) round hole cut in the upper side of the passenger footwell, and 4 holes for 1/4" bolts. It has a rather primitive vent in the interior, and two 2" hoses going up through the dash for defrost. A kodiak in good shape puts out a lot of heat, but a more modern venting system, such as that in the series IIIs definitely directs the heat where you want it to go in a less primitive fashion, but of course the dash on those trucks is completely different.
Theres also several heaters from ex-military trucks and ambulances that fit in the well between the seats and had heater hoses come up from below. These had outlet ducts coming up the corners and roof of the cab to the windshield. You may be able to get your hands on one of those and run your own ducts, as the heaters themselves were fairly heavy-duty.
A final option is to get ahold of the last newsletter -- which is sent to club members, and in there one of the members goes through in detail how he heats his ex-mod lightweight...
Dave
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I guess that would depend on how much money you have and where you will be driving. I put a Webasto in my SII 88" and Kris I believe ran an Eberspacher in his 90 when he had it. I put mine in when I was taking it to the Arctic in winter but of course since it was in I used it throughout our "Winter" months as well here on the south coast.
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kRiS
I don't think I could live without my espar heater,
I got it for my frequent trips to 100 mile house but like John , got so used to the comfort I use it on daily basis.
Not the cheapest addition to my truck but well worth the money !
Thought about the air heater but I think it would be too much for the space of a 110
I got it for my frequent trips to 100 mile house but like John , got so used to the comfort I use it on daily basis.
Not the cheapest addition to my truck but well worth the money !
Thought about the air heater but I think it would be too much for the space of a 110
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gudjeon
Hows this for a mutt of a heater,
http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d187/ ... s05024.jpg
I got this one at Princess auto for $200. It is rated at 24,000 BTU and I plumbed it in with the ball valve inside so I can control it easily. The 3 speed switch cost another $12. Three speed motor has twin squirrel cage fans. Passenger's feet can still fit underneath in my ser1. I made the manifold and ducting myself. This, coupled with 1" styrofoam lining the interior, gets nice and toasty.
http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d187/ ... s05024.jpg
I got this one at Princess auto for $200. It is rated at 24,000 BTU and I plumbed it in with the ball valve inside so I can control it easily. The 3 speed switch cost another $12. Three speed motor has twin squirrel cage fans. Passenger's feet can still fit underneath in my ser1. I made the manifold and ducting myself. This, coupled with 1" styrofoam lining the interior, gets nice and toasty.