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18,000 BTU Mr. Heater Big Buddy Indoor/Outdoor Propane Heater Expired

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Amazon has 18,000 BTU Mr. Heater Big Buddy Indoor/Outdoor Propane Heater (MH18B) on sale for $112.49. Shipping is free.

Walmart also has 9,000 BTU Mr. Heater Portable Buddy Propane Heater (MH9BX) on sale for $74. Shipping is free, otherwise choose free store pick up where stock permits.

Thanks to Community Members RMcConnaha, Nrkeene, & Greg57vw for finding this deal.

Note: Availability for free store pick up may vary by location.

Product Details (MH9BX):
  • Lightweight and easy to carry with fold-down handle for compact storage
  • Uses 1-lb. or 20-lb. propane tank (neither included)
  • Provides 3 to 6 hours of heat with 1-lb. propane cylinder and 48 to 110 hours with a 20-lb. tank
  • Swivel out feature for easy connection to liquid propane cylinder and hose
  • Automatic low oxygen safety shut-off
  • Accidental tip-over shut-off for added safety
  • CSA certified

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Northern tool has buddy heater on sale from $85 for $72.24. OOS, See FP Post for additional option
https://m.northerntool.com/shop/t..._200395499
non-mobile https://www.northerntool.com/shop..._200395499

Northern tool also has big buddy heater on sale from $150 for $92.49 with code 281416 for $20 off orders over $100
https://www.northerntool.com/shop..._200307957 OOS, See FP Post for additional option
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If you getting a big buddy, , it can drain 2 bottles in 2-3 hours. that's about $10 depending where you get bottles.

I use a thing like this https://www.amazon.com/DozyAnt-Un...ljaz10cnVl and refill my bottles outside for savings.

It's not for everyone, the safety patrol will be here any minute to wring their hands about people doing this and being unsafe. Housecat type guys might want to just buy the propane bottles at Target and have a frappe.
They do sell an adapter for the 20lb tanks.
Sams club has the big buddy with the fan, plus 5 foot hose to hook up to 20lb tank for $149. Better deal

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shark974
01-11-2023 at 01:12 PM.
01-11-2023 at 01:12 PM.
Quote from codemancer :
Costco has this in stores near me all fall for like $40.

probably the smaller one as well as an exaggeration. "all fall"
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Jon2288
01-11-2023 at 01:28 PM.
01-11-2023 at 01:28 PM.
Quote from hybridandy :
I bought one a long time ago (10 years now maybe). Works great for heating 2 car garage to a useable temperature when I have to work in the winter. I have their hose with a regulator that connects to a 20lb bottle.

When I bought mine, it was recommended that you turn off the bottle valve and let the heater die before turning it off. If you kill the heater and then turn off the gas, there is pressure trapped in the hose/regulator and they will fail. Not sure if it's true but mine's still working. I don't use it much but it's a huge help when I need it.

This is a best practice so that you don't have the gas in the line either between starts/stops and also for when you disconnect the line (it won't leak out).
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01-11-2023 at 01:32 PM.
01-11-2023 at 01:32 PM.
Quote from Jon2288 :
This is a best practice so that you don't have the gas in the line either between starts/stops and also for when you disconnect the line (it won't leak out).

I've always done that with grills and torches, just makes sense.
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01-11-2023 at 01:34 PM.
01-11-2023 at 01:34 PM.
Quote from soldiersinx :
I run a Ryobi fan behind it if I really want to circulate air.
Same here, specifically this one: https://www.directtoolsoutlet.com/product/P3320

It can sit on top of a 20 or 30 lb. propane tank behind the heater. Does a good job circulating heat at the low setting in a garage.
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gotaholen1
01-11-2023 at 01:42 PM.
01-11-2023 at 01:42 PM.
Quote from Dr. J :
Is that really powerful enough to heat a garage? Looks like it's sold for larger vehicles (e.g. RV or van).

Looking at the specs, 18kBTU ~ 5.3kW, so the unit you're suggesting and this one are comparable in terms of heating capacity; that said I have a big buddy and it's not really great for a 2 car garage. I'd have to leave it on full blast for a few hours just to take the edge off the cold.
I would recommend watching some YouTube videos if you are interested. Lot of people use them for garages and workshops.
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01-11-2023 at 01:54 PM.
01-11-2023 at 01:54 PM.
Quote from shark974 :
probably the smaller one as well as an exaggeration. "all fall"
Oh yeah, you're right. My bad. I didn't see that this was the "Big Buddy".
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01-11-2023 at 02:10 PM.
01-11-2023 at 02:10 PM.
Quote from ez1 :
Same here, specifically this one: https://www.directtoolsoutlet.com/product/P3320

It can sit on top of a 20 or 30 lb. propane tank behind the heater. Does a good job circulating heat at the low setting in a garage.

Thats the exact fan and I run it exactly like how you do! Lol
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01-11-2023 at 02:35 PM.
01-11-2023 at 02:35 PM.
Quote from mutha_scratcha :
If you getting a big buddy, , it can drain 2 bottles in 2-3 hours. that's about $10 depending where you get bottles.

I use a thing like this https://www.amazon.com/DozyAnt-Un...ljaz10cnVl [amazon.com] and refill my bottles outside for savings.

It's not for everyone, the safety patrol will be here any minute to wring their hands about people doing this and being unsafe. Housecat type guys might want to just buy the propane bottles at Target and have a frappe.
If done safely maybe they will not cause an issue.
These are just a couple, very easy to find the mishaps of refilling.
Flame king / Manchester does have refillable bottles, they use to be cheap, not any more unless you find them on clearance.
Becarefull refilling 1lbs bottles. [northwestgeorgianews.com]

again [q13fox.com]

Plenty more via simple search.
Again, they can be refilled, just be very cautious of the risk and take some time to research it so you know how much fuel to put in the tank and at what temperature and what the tank should weigh when it's nearly full.

I purchased the big buddy a couple years ago from northern tool, brand new out the door for $80 after coupon discount. While I like the dual 1lb tank option, I find I use the hose with 5-11 pound tanks most of the time when on the ice, fishing
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Vimace1
01-11-2023 at 03:21 PM.
01-11-2023 at 03:21 PM.
Quote from jer-bear :
These have low oxygen sensors/shutoffs.

Also, tilt and knock off/down sensor (very sensitive)
I do have one for a few years now, I got it off FB MP BNIB, I use it mainly in my winter car, parked outside full year round, to defrost windows, melt snow/ice and... warm up the cars interior and, oh boy, very pleasant before heading out.
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01-11-2023 at 04:44 PM.
01-11-2023 at 04:44 PM.
Quote from spotsyrick :
How did you get it for $92?
Apply the $20 off $100 code at checkout.
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01-11-2023 at 06:24 PM.
01-11-2023 at 06:24 PM.
I have had this heater for a year. At first, I liked the idea of using the small tanks and refilling them with the valve.

After trying it multiple times, it just isn't worth the hassle. Under the wrong conditions, it could either under fill or over fill. And if it over fills, the pressure release valve with start spraying out.

I eventually got the hose kit for a 20lb tank. That works great. I keep my tank outside so having the hose can be a bit difficult to set up with the heater inside.
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01-11-2023 at 07:06 PM.
01-11-2023 at 07:06 PM.
Quote from spydersdeals69 :
Apply the $20 off $100 code at checkout.
Was that on the Northern tool website? I believe they are sold out now.
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01-11-2023 at 07:22 PM.
01-11-2023 at 07:22 PM.
Quote from spotsyrick :
Was that on the Northern tool website? I believe they are sold out now.
Yes. Sorry you missed it.
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01-11-2023 at 07:44 PM.
01-11-2023 at 07:44 PM.
Quote from thegman230 :
No, the fan runs on a/c power with power adapter included The batteries are for the ignitor of the unit

Nope. Batteries can also power the fan making the whole unit portable
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01-11-2023 at 08:04 PM.
01-11-2023 at 08:04 PM.
Can you cook on this?
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