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Kroak TB2 diesel parking heater 8kW: Unboxing, test & possible applications
The KROAK TB2 diesel parking heater is a versatile and efficient diesel heater that is perfect for use in the workshop, when camping or in the garden shed. In this article, I will show you how this mobile heating box impresses with its compact design and simple installation. I also share my experiences on the performance, consumption and control options of the heating box and why the heating case is an ideal all-in-one solution for cold days.
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Upgrading the diesel parking heater: Installing a tank extension for the mobile heating box
The original parking heater in my mobile heater box was equipped with a small tank, which severely limited the heating time. To solve the problem, I fitted the diesel heater in my aluminum box with a larger fuel tank. In this article, I describe step by step how I installed the new 10-litre tank, optimized the heating box and achieved a constant heat supply for my animal house. I share my experiences, tips and challenges, from planning and installing the tank extractor set to the first successful test
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Installing a mobile diesel parking heater in the garden shed
In my search for an efficient and self-sufficient heating solution for my garden shed, I decided to build a mobile heating box with a diesel parking heater. My aim was to create a compact, weatherproof and flexible heating box that not only reliably heats my animal house, but can also be used in the camper, motorhome or for other projects. With the 8kW diesel parking heater, I was able to implement a powerful yet economical solution that provides constant heat even at temperatures of -10°C. In this article, I describe how I planned, built and installed the heating box and share my practical experience from the first tests
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Robot lawn mower – Find and repair a broken control cable easily
If the robotic lawn mower no longer wants to drive, it is often due to a defective or broken control cable. But how do you find the broken spot on the boundary wire? And how can you repair the damage quickly and easily yourself? I have made a video on precisely these questions and will now provide many more important tips and tricks with this entry.
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Build your own garden kitchen – brick and glue walls with aerated concrete
After the base of the new garden kitchen was set and aligned with the gas concrete blocks, I could now start building the walls with the Ytong blocks. A special feature here should become the bar counter of the pool bar, in addition to the window on the south side.
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Inflatable whirlpool MSpa Alpine Tekapo – experience after 1 year
We were able to extensively test our inflatable hot tub, the MSpa Alpine, for a good year. Now it’s time to give feedback on usage, maintenance, pros and cons. Is a whirlpool bath worth it? What are the running costs? What problems arise when installing the pool in the basement? I will explore all these questions in the following article. I have written a first article on the construction of the whirlpool here.
