JaSSon Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 I need a heater for the garage. The garage itself is rather large (floor space for 4 cars, up to 6 if you got creative) with high ceilings. That being said, I don't want to have to store some massive heater and don't want to drop a ton on it. Have any of you seen one on sale? I have no preference between Kerosene or Propane. Input fellers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillJoy Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 I have a Ready Heater w/ 3 level settings (I do not recall which). It heated an uninsulated 20x20 Garage w/ no ceiling in about 20 to 30 mins. Perhaps get the "big" one? KillJoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky31186 Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 I like propane over kerosene.. You can get one of the huge tanks from home depot that normally lasts all winter, 120$ to fill it.. Is your garage insulated? Or finished? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckeye1647545503 Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 If you buy a K1 heater buy one of the newer ones with a thermostat. I bought a new one last year and it is SOOOOOO much better than plugging it in then off when it gets to hot then on 10 min later when it is cold then off...etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckeye1647545503 Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Oh and Jason her garage being attached will allow a easy instulation of a natural gas one that will run off the house supply (matter fact I have one you can have cheap) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nurkvinny Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 My back garage is 30x40, more barn than garage, open rafters, and a medium-sized torpedo heater is a waste unless you have it aimed at you. If I get back into any projects that require I spend a lot of time out there in < 30 degrees, I am going to get a large propane unit and a large tank like mentioned above. Less stinky too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downingracing Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Check Amazon for these. I'm looking to get one myself and happened to search Amazon.com. The prices were $80-180 cheaper (looking at the Mr. Heater brand) over Sears.com pricing. (And Amazon offers free shipping) I still haven't purchsed anything yet - but thought I'd let you know about what I've found. Good luck with your purchase! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stangsn95gt Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 I bought my dad this one for christmas for our barn haven't set it up yet but plan on getting a 100lb propane tank for it as well. Seemed like a good price with a reputable name brand. http://www.google.com/products/catalog?q=mr+heater+85k+btu&hl=en&client=safari&rls=en&prmd=imvns&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.,cf.osb&biw=1177&bih=609&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=1913079108315469475&sa=X&ei=Dw8BT43OHOmw2wWj5K2LCA&ved=0CGkQ8wIwAA#ps-sellers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboNova Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 amazing reviews on this one through garage journal and it is made in the USA. I ordered one today, I dont like the idea of running a gas line to my garage for natural gas heater and got real tired of the fumes and cost of replacing the tank for the propane reddy heater so I am going to try electric. There are a TON of reviews between amazon and garage journal/yellowbullet where people say the do amazing and since I am trying to keep my garage 70 all the time I am not too worried about the power bill. http://www.amazon.com/Fahrenheat-Ceiling-Mount-Electric-Heater-FUH5-4/dp/B0000AXEZV/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1325470243&sr=8-1-spell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckeye1647545503 Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Those are good heater but two things to keep in mind. 1 they are fairly costly to run if ran more than a few hrs a week. 2. they pull a decent amount of amps so you need to make sure you have enough supply (reason I could not use a electric one) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboNova Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 very true, I have alot of space between my two panels and I have a very well insulated garage so this heater is not the best for everyones situation like it is for mine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokin5s Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 I have a 30x40 barn with a high ceiling and I can tell you from experience, you need a large heater or it's just flat out a waste of effort... I have a 175k BTU heater and 55k BTU heater running to keep the barn warm when I'm out there. I will say that I love my Propaine Heater, but if you go that route, but several tanks... I have 3 that I swap between... the tanks will freeze up after about 45 minutes use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evil8 Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 I have a 30 x 55 garage I heat with a 375,000 btu Master LP torpedo. Quieter and "less stinky" than propane. Heats up my garage in about 3 minutes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaSSon Posted January 2, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 The walls are cinder block, so semi insulated. I guess I should have said high roof. It's open rafters. Thinking of this, or this so far. And I have a 20% of coupon for Harbor Freight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckeye1647545503 Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 I have (or have not sure ) the second one and it sucked and always froze up and was a PIA to get tanks filled (at least my exp) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wnaplay1647545503 Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Mine is 155,000btu. The good thing about mine is it has a built in thermostat. It takes about 2 mins to get my garage nice and room and then shuts itself off. If/when it cools down it fires back up. Much better than the first (smaller) one I had that didnt have the thermostat and I would have to unplug/plug it back in everytime. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaSSon Posted January 2, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 Jason's 155 btu heater easily heated the garage in ~10 minutes last year. Would that 70k btu get it done, or would I have to leave OT on full time? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
351mach11647545510 Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 amazing reviews on this one through garage journal and it is made in the USA. I ordered one today, I dont like the idea of running a gas line to my garage for natural gas heater and got real tired of the fumes and cost of replacing the tank for the propane reddy heater so I am going to try electric. There are a TON of reviews between amazon and garage journal/yellowbullet where people say the do amazing and since I am trying to keep my garage 70 all the time I am not too worried about the power bill. http://www.amazon.com/Fahrenheat-Ceiling-Mount-Electric-Heater-FUH5-4/dp/B0000AXEZV/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1325470243&sr=8-1-spell Had 2 of these in moms garage and liked them alot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DTA09 Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 If you buy a K1 heater buy one of the newer ones with a thermostat. I bought a new one last year and it is SOOOOOO much better than plugging it in then off when it gets to hot then on 10 min later when it is cold then off...etc this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaSSon Posted January 15, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2012 Bought a 70K BTU kerosene, it's going back. Half an hour and I could still see my breath. Found a 190K @ TSC that looks promising. Didnt want to spend $300-$400. Any place local have these besides, Lowe's, Home Depot, and TSC? I have a 30 x 55 garage I heat with a 375,000 btu Master LP torpedo. Quieter and "less stinky" than propane. Heats up my garage in about 3 minutes. What is that, a $700 heater? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copperhead Posted January 15, 2012 Report Share Posted January 15, 2012 lowe's, thd, tsc maybe dirt mart and meijer, dunno most places will be sold out by now, seriously check amazon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckeye1647545503 Posted January 15, 2012 Report Share Posted January 15, 2012 Canards had the best bang for the buck when I bought mine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wnaplay1647545503 Posted January 15, 2012 Report Share Posted January 15, 2012 What is the heater used for? Heating daily, just when in the garage? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaSSon Posted January 15, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2012 Canards had the best bang for the buck when I bought mine You mean Menards? Just checked, they have a 125k for $248, and a 215k for $338. What is the heater used for? Heating daily, just when in the garage? To keep me from freezing to death when working in the garage. Won't be used daily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaSSon Posted January 15, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2012 Returning that 70k later, unless anyone wants to save me the hastle of draining it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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