DIY Mobile Heating Box: Step-by-Step Assembly Guide

DIY Mobile Heating Box: Step-by-Step Assembly Guide

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Learn how to create a DIY mobile heating box with a Vevor diesel parking heater in this detailed step-by-step assembly guide! In this video, I show you how to transform an aluminum box into a fully functional, efficient heating system for an animal house, with features that make it mobile, weather-protected, and energy-saving.

Key highlights of this project:
✅ Modifying the Vevor diesel parking heater to run on both diesel and heating oil for cost-effectiveness.
✅ Designing a closed-loop air circulation system to maximize energy efficiency.
✅ Installing essential components like exhaust and combustion air passages, air ducts, and a waterproof transformer.
✅ Ensuring safety with sealed cable connections and proper insulation to prevent diesel fumes or electrical issues.
✅ Customizing the heating box for portability, allowing it to be easily set up or stored.

This video is perfect for anyone looking to upgrade their off-grid heating setup, whether for animal housing, outdoor kitchens, or other spaces needing consistent warmth. With my off-grid photovoltaic system powering the setup, I also share tips on integrating renewable energy into your project.

If you're inspired to build your own mobile heating box, don’t forget to check the video description for a full list of materials, including the diesel parking heater and all accessories I used.



You can find a detailed blog post with lots more information on my website: https://commaik.de/2025/01/mobile-heizkiste-selber-bauen-die-beste-diy-loesung-mit-einer-8kw-diesel-standheizung/

This project consists of 3 videos:
✅ Unboxing and testing the Vevor diesel heater
✅ Building the heating box
✅ Installing the heating box on the house



Components and tools used*:
🔗 8kW auxiliary heater: https://geni.us/EqDF9OG (Amazon)
🔗 8kW auxiliary heater with BT: https://geni.us/qL2x (Amazon)
🔗 Auxiliary heater BT without housing: https://geni.us/H9Lgm (Amazon)
🔗 Auxiliary heater with transformer: https://geni.us/JuE8G6 (Amazon)
🔗 Gasoline canister: https://geni.us/80NRv (Amazon)

🔗 Aluminum box: https://geni.us/PnX1Y (Amazon)
🔗 Aluminum flexible pipe 75: https://geni.us/CRjh1ue (Amazon)
🔗 Connector 75: https://geni.us/gl2pPUY (Amazon)
🔗 Flange 75: https://geni.us/xf6vzP (Amazon)
🔗 Hose clamp 75: https://geni.us/Gj9RHe (Amazon)
🔗 Exhaust hose: https://geni.us/nDGUxV6 (Amazon)
🔗 Exhaust paste: https://geni.us/9r7V3B (Amazon)
🔗 Heat protection tape: https://geni.us/Dqi7a (Amazon)
🔗 Air outlet 75: https://geni.us/Z9Zr8n4 (Amazon)
🔗 Stainless steel exhaust connection: https://geni.us/7Mrnk (Amazon)
🔗 Stainless steel fresh air connection: https://geni.us/VuTHp (Amazon)
🔗 CO detector: https://geni.us/TqHLB (Amazon)

🔗 Control cable: https://geni.us/rAeVG6V (Amazon)
🔗 Cable connector: https://geni.us/bFE9 (Amazon)
🔗 Protective tube: https://geni.us/dLhPy (Amazon)
🔗 Power cable: https://geni.us/3VO8ZB (Amazon)
🔗 Transformer: https://geni.us/68Gxqv (Amazon)

🔗 Hole cutter 75: https://geni.us/AhR8F (Amazon)
🔗 Step drill: https://geni.us/yNMI (Amazon)
🔗 Soldering iron set: https://geni.us/rxRFFVi (Amazon)

🔗 Electric fan heater: https://geni.us/z1JA (Amazon)
🔗 Analog thermostat: https://geni.us/kRAq02 (Amazon)


CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction
03:17 - Components Overview
08:06 - Parking Heater Power Supply
12:27 - Important Safety Warnings
12:41 - Assembling Diesel Parking Heater
20:20 - Conclusion


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