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Ideas On Auxiliary Heating Systems, Using Headers but Want Heat! |
MikeInMunich |
Apr 20 2018, 12:15 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 392 Joined: 19-November 13 From: Munich, Germany Member No.: 16,674 Region Association: None |
Greetings once again from Munich!
It’s cold over here when the sun goes down, not to mention nice days in March, April, October and November. I need heat, and I don’t have it because my engine has headers. I am thinking I will need a high output alternator if I’m using only 12v in order to get the necessary output. Is this somehow a bad idea? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) Questions: How would a e.g. 50 amp alternator affect power and gas mileage? Would it have any effect on the electrical system? Can you recommend a heater for this application? Other suggestions on how to best get heat into the cabin without heat exchangers? Here is an article on PTC (positive thermal coefficient) heaters... https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.10...-11628-5_51.pdf Thanks for your feedback and advice! Mike in Munich (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_flagge6.gif) |
McMark |
Apr 23 2018, 02:29 PM
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914 Freak! Group: Retired Admin Posts: 20,179 Joined: 13-March 03 From: Grand Rapids, MI Member No.: 419 Region Association: None |
Is your car 4cyl? Cause I can get you a 250amp alternator that'll fit. Then shop for 12v heaters for truckers/tractors/lorries/etc. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif)
http://www.my12voltstore.com/product_p/sd12-5000.htm DC Thermal 12 Volt Ducted Heater - Direct Hook-Up - 50 Amps, 600 Watts - 10,020 BTU DC Thermals heaters are hand built in the USA with only the very best parts, motors, and wire. These heaters are not constructed of snap together plastic, and cheap internal parts. DC Thermals heaters are designed to last you a lifetime, not a season. DC Thermal heaters will work in any vehicle with a DC electrical system including cars, trucks, vans, busses, heavy equipment, etc. Measures 9"x5"x4" and will easily fit into tight spaces. Vents and Hoses are not included. They can be purchased separately. Part Numbers: DCT-defrost, DCT-Horizon DC Thermal SD12-5000 � another winner from DC Thermal, a leading manufacturer of 12 Volt Heaters offers various easy to use models of portable 12 volt heaters. Features Available with 2, 3, or 4 vent outlets Adjustable Fan Speed Heater Dimensions: 9�x 5� X 4� 12 Volt, 50 Amps, 600 Watts 10,020 BTU�s Brushless 50,000 Hour Ball Bearing Fan 10,000 Hour DC Thermal �RuCar Vacuum Sealed Elements. Case Construction: T5052 Aluminum. Wired Entirely with GXL Wire HIGH and LOW Heat Settings. Thermally Protected TWO YEAR Parts AND Labor Warranty |
Mblizzard |
Apr 23 2018, 05:51 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,033 Joined: 28-January 13 From: Knoxville Tn Member No.: 15,438 Region Association: South East States |
Is your car 4cyl? Cause I can get you a 250amp alternator that'll fit. Then shop for 12v heaters for truckers/tractors/lorries/etc. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif) http://www.my12voltstore.com/product_p/sd12-5000.htm DC Thermal 12 Volt Ducted Heater - Direct Hook-Up - 50 Amps, 600 Watts - 10,020 BTU DC Thermals heaters are hand built in the USA with only the very best parts, motors, and wire. These heaters are not constructed of snap together plastic, and cheap internal parts. DC Thermals heaters are designed to last you a lifetime, not a season. DC Thermal heaters will work in any vehicle with a DC electrical system including cars, trucks, vans, busses, heavy equipment, etc. Measures 9"x5"x4" and will easily fit into tight spaces. Vents and Hoses are not included. They can be purchased separately. Part Numbers: DCT-defrost, DCT-Horizon DC Thermal SD12-5000 � another winner from DC Thermal, a leading manufacturer of 12 Volt Heaters offers various easy to use models of portable 12 volt heaters. Features Available with 2, 3, or 4 vent outlets Adjustable Fan Speed Heater Dimensions: 9�x 5� X 4� 12 Volt, 50 Amps, 600 Watts 10,020 BTU�s Brushless 50,000 Hour Ball Bearing Fan 10,000 Hour DC Thermal �RuCar Vacuum Sealed Elements. Case Construction: T5052 Aluminum. Wired Entirely with GXL Wire HIGH and LOW Heat Settings. Thermally Protected TWO YEAR Parts AND Labor Warranty Don’t get me wrong, I almost put in that high amp alternator during the last engine drop. But at $200 plus for the alternator and another $200 plus for heater that you have to squeeze in an already tight space it seems like an option that uses most of the the original equipment might be easier. |
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