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shcisamax 11-22-2014 11:36 AM
Heater for golf cart questions
 
I would like to get a heater for the gas golf cart. I hear people use propane but is it safe? Does it heat well?
I heard you could install an adapter and get an electric heater but that it draws alot off of your small battery. Any comments?
Anyone have info or recommendations?

redwitch 11-22-2014 11:46 AM
I have a propane heater. It fits in my cupholder. My torso and hands are quite cozy. If needed, a light blanket takes care of my lower half. The only real disadvantage is that it takes up a lot of room and prevents you from using empty cup holders next to it. Other than that, I like it and feel quite safe using it.

shcisamax 11-22-2014 11:49 AM
If there are four cup holders, do you end up with at least one that is usable?

There is no way the thing can explode?

Is there a reason you didn't look into electric?

redwitch 11-22-2014 04:49 PM
Depends how close together your holders are. If you'd like, I'd be happy to let you try it out. Just send me a PM and we and we make arrangements.

Considering that I smoke, especially when driving, I'm really not worried about it exploding. I don't trust electric add ons on carts. Have heard of too many fires because something was wired incorrectly.

gerryh1943 11-22-2014 05:03 PM
They do not sell the butane heater in any Ace Hardware, we went yesterday to buy one

yabbadu 11-22-2014 05:11 PM
I have had mine for years from up North. Try golfsmith.

shcisamax 11-22-2014 05:17 PM
I was more worried about the propane being a problem. I hadn't considered the electric being a safety issue. That's so kind of you to offer Redwitch. Sending pm

kcrazorbackfan 11-22-2014 05:25 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by shcisamax (Post 971515)
I would like to get a heater for the gas golf cart. I hear people use propane but is it safe? Does it heat well?
I heard you could install an adapter and get an electric heater but that it draws alot off of your small battery. Any comments?
Anyone have info or recommendations?
I've used a Coleman propane cart heater for about the last 12 Midwest winters; there is enough ventilation in the carts, even with covers on, to keep fresh air in there. A small bottle should last you a looooooong time; it takes me about a winter per bottle.

Does it really get cold enough there to use one? I was about ready to sell mine to a buddy before I move there; I'm now reconsidering.

redwitch 11-22-2014 05:33 PM
You probably need a heater about fifteen days in the winter. I've been known to drive from one end of TV to the other in my cart more than once in a single day. During the winter, I do need the heater and so appreciate its warmth. I'd bring the heater. If you decide you don't need it, you can always sell it here.

George Bieniaszek 11-22-2014 06:04 PM
I have the Coleman and love it when it gets a little cooler here -- well, my wife like it more. It gets the cart nice and toasty and we love it when playing golf to keep our hands warm.

redwitch 11-22-2014 06:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Screen-man (Post 971707)
I've had the propane heater now for over 5 years, it's great. If you golf early mornings (7:28 tee time) you'll appreciate the heater on cold mornings. I use the heater on low and get several rounds with a tank if I use it for a full round. I mounted my heater off the floor an it doesn't take up my cup holders. Need to be careful mounting it too close to the windshield or you could develop a bubble on it. If you wish I can show you how mine is installed.
Can you post a picture?

chuckinca 11-22-2014 08:49 PM
We have the Coleman propane heater too. Have to strap it down with bungies to keep from tipping out of the cup holders. RW, do you have the same issue?

chuck

dbussone 11-22-2014 09:00 PM
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Originally Posted by chuckinca (Post 971797)
We have the Coleman propane heater too. Have to strap it down with bungies to keep from tipping out of the cup holders. RW, do you have the same issue?

chuck

I tie mine down with a light bike cable ... To make it harder to steal.

redwitch 11-22-2014 09:42 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by chuckinca (Post 971797)
We have the Coleman propane heater too. Have to strap it down with bungies to keep from tipping out of the cup holders. RW, do you have the same issue?

chuck
No. I put it in a "can jacket" (whatever you call those sleeves to keep cans cold), then the larger cupholder. Fits in there nice and snugly. Love the idea of a bike chain to stop thefts. Always worried about that.

smow50 11-22-2014 09:50 PM
Electric throw
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by shcisamax (Post 971515)
I would like to get a heater for the gas golf cart. I hear people use propane but is it safe? Does it heat well?
I heard you could install an adapter and get an electric heater but that it draws alot off of your small battery. Any comments?
Anyone have info or recommendations?
We installed an AC adaptor in our gas carts- then purchased an electric throw on the internet and plug it in. We either sit on it or wrap the throw around our laps. Works great doesn't draw from the battery and keeps us nice and warm:clap2:

dengid 11-23-2014 03:08 PM
Coleman quit making that heater almost two years ago. Last season Ace bought up a bunch of them and had in stock. I'm sure they a all gone by now. They work great but good luck finding one

shcisamax 11-23-2014 03:14 PM
Exactly. Ace no longer carries them because Coleman stopped making them because of a lawsuit...a child was burned. This is turning into a complicated gift. I may just tell my husband that I am getting him a heater for Christmas but HE needs to figure it out.

Shimpy 11-23-2014 03:46 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by shcisamax (Post 971515)
I would like to get a heater for the gas golf cart. I hear people use propane but is it safe? Does it heat well?
I heard you could install an adapter and get an electric heater but that it draws alot off of your small battery. Any comments?
Anyone have info or recommendations?
I've sent a PM.

George Bieniaszek 11-23-2014 04:05 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by chuckinca (Post 971797)
We have the Coleman propane heater too. Have to strap it down with bungies to keep from tipping out of the cup holders. RW, do you have the same issue?

chuck
I put three medium felt pads around the heater holder that you insert into the cup holder. That really snugs the whole unit down and no worries of the heater bouncing and flopping out of the cup holder.

chuckinca 11-23-2014 09:30 PM
Thanks - I'll check that out.

Chuck

Avista 11-24-2014 08:59 AM
We've live here 7 years. Found that the few days of cold weather we have, a blanket does just fine and is cozy too.

njbchbum 11-24-2014 10:11 AM
heater units currently available on ebay...search Coleman Golf Cart Heater or propane golf cart heater or just golf cart heater...pretty much same lists.

Or perhaps camping world, cabella's or bass pro would stock a portable propane heater!

Or I'll crochet you a lapghan for $10!!!!! :)


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