Espar heater install progress
This is quite the endeavor. The number of connectors, wires, clamps, tubes, etc in the kit is overwhelming. I ordered from a place in Europe, and it took a while to get all the instructions in English. My German is NIL. Shreyas at Espar is my savior.
It is physically installed under the passengers seat....took a while to figure out a flat spot that goes all the way thru on my model.
The fuel part is ~80% done. Tapped into fuel tank, mounted and wire fuel pump. Just need to finish heat shielding fuel line under Catalytic converter and finish hooking up to heater. May need to start drilling holes in the frame to get everything attached. I have largely avoided that so far...(should I worry about putting holes in the frame and how is the best way to prevent corrosion on these?)
Exhaust - plan is to try and run to near drivers side rear wheel well to get fumes away from passenger side doors. Its all about winter and skiing for me, so its worth the extra effort. This is a long run, so I plan to run the 24 mm line for a few feet to the muffler, then increase to 30 mm for the long run to the other side. I'll drill small holes in any low spots to allow for drainage. Waiting for parts from Espar of Michigan to carry out this plan.
Still lots of wires and Dsub connectors to hook up right but English instructions are very helpful here