Eberspacher vs WEBASTO

[mcagol]

Hi,

Looking for a heater for my roof tent that sits on top of a desert wolf trailer.

There seems to be 2 leaders in the field of diesel heaters, could anyone give any recommendations on which one is better and any particular model to have or stay clear of.

Thanks in Advance

[RogerM]

I've got two 25 year old Eberspacher heaters - never missed a beat, only get used in Winter, so sit idle for about 10 months each year but still fire up at the click of the button. Even the clock timers work - digital now of course.

My only dealings with a Webasto was on a friends Winnebago van and she had a few issues with it that turned out to be incorrect fitment of air ducts by the 'Bago builder. After that it has served her well - maybe 10 years without a hitch.

[marky116]

Hi
quick word of cuation beware of ebay heaters make sure there are not from a car, I got stung, brand new heater but then had to buy a load of extras to make work.

A complete eberspacer unit is alot of money, but now I wish i had gritted my teeth and spent the cash on a complete kit. However saying that you can save pounds buy buying regular hose rather then the erberspacher gear that costs a fortune!

all the best Mark

[graysworld]

I have a webasto. A few months ago I met a friend of a friend who sells and sevices both and she said they were better than eberspacher. I know people with both and no one has had hassles really. I cant see there being a lot in it. she did say dont run them on low all the time as they clog up, give them a good blast on full heat for a while to burn off any deposits.

Graeme

[marky116]

Hi all
Heard they a;; have problems at altitude but it can be overcome by adding another pump! not sure what is ment by this can anybody explain!
Mark

p.s Any new pics of the van Gray?

[Phil Flanagan]

i am using a somewhat dated eberspacher D1LC.
Now in Ecuador we are finding that the unit is reluctant to work above 2200metres.
As here in the Andes we are often at 3000 + metres this is now an issue.

Not sure of specs for webasto.

Also, interestingly, I am currently travelling with a fellow in a landrover who has fitted an eberspacher Hydromatic 4, not as old as mine.
His unit works well (pre heating the engine and cab) up to 3500metres !!!

I am assuming as his unit is much newer and also installed in Switzerland perhaps he has some addtional 'flow' options that improve it???

Eberspacher says for my unit :

"Heating operation at high altitudes:
up to 1500 m: Unrestricted heating operation.
above 1500 m: Heating operation is possible during a short stay ie.g. crossing a mountain pass, taking a rest), If a longer stay is planned (e.g. winter camping), the fuel has to be adapted to the altitude. In this case, please consult the heater manufacturer for advice."

phil.