Big Buddy Question

[huntingislife]

Since the big buddy holds 2 1lb containers, do you need to get some kind of dual fitting to run off an external 20lb tank. Or can you just run the hose to one of the spots for the 1 lbers and leave the other one unhooked?

[iffwalleyes]

You can just run the one hose on one side. Last year when they were having problems they recommend you buy the quick connect RV hose and that was suppose to solve the problem. But it didn't then so I have that style of hose on mine. But most everyone else is using the regular style hose on just one side. I don't think you need to have a 1lb on the otherside either. Maybe someone else knows this answer for sure.

[PierBridge]

Correct, they are interchangable.

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Or can you just run the hose to one of the spots for the 1 lbers and leave the other one unhooked

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[Jeremy airjer W]

You can use the hose on either side. I checked the manual to confirm, it doesn't mention one over the other either. I chose the one on the right because the RV quick connect fitting is on this side. It just made sense that since the quick connect was on the right why not use the hose on the right also. You do not need to have anything on the other side either, while using the hose.

Note: If you use the RV quick connect the hose needs to be regulated at 11" W.C.

[H20fowlr]

I use mine on the left (while facing the front)most of the time. It is also recommended to use a filter when using refillable tanks. It costs $5-6.

[Jeremy airjer W]

Note to self. Mr Heater also recommends that you turn off the tank and let the heater burn off the propane left in the hose. Appearently the hose will degrade faster with pressure in it.

[EYEYIEYE]

one side of the big buddy has a built in regulator 1 side does not so if you regulate your 20lb use the side without the regulator.

[Jeremy airjer W]

Both sides of the Big Buddy are regulated. The RV Quick connect is not regulated. If you use the RV quick connect the hose has to have an 11" W.C. regulator. If its really cold it is recommended that you use the Rv quick connect because it ony requires 11" WC instead of the built in regulator that use the 20" WC. (its harder for propane to evap and keep up pressure the colder it gets)

[mtwalleye]

Is anyone using a fuel filter on their big buddy heater? I have heard people recommend using a filter. I have not been using one and have had no problems but would like to hear from others.

[huntingislife]

I bought a filter to use but will only be using it for the first time today. I was told that because of the regulators, automatic shut offs, and such that it is a good idea because the propane runs through very fine parts and they can get clogged easily.

[H20fowlr]

I have had no problems with my new BB heater and a filter. My recalled BB had issues with working on high, with the filter.