Gordon wrote:
My Pearson 365 ketch currently has a pressurized alcohol Kenyon cook
stove. This sucker has got to go!
Propane would probably be the best way to go but finding a place to put
the tank is a major PIA. I don't like hanging things on railings. Looks
crummy and tends to loosen stanchions. And I don't like extra stuff on
deck. Converting a space in a locker to meet all safety requirements
also seems like a PIA.
Also the cost. Tanks, solenoid. pressure regulator, hoses, sniffer,
installation of wiring and hoses, yada yada
Go, I'm also considering Origo alcohol stoves. Non pressurized, no
tank, no hoses or electrical. However, alcohol is expensive and can be
hard to find if doing extended cruising and you don't want to carry too
much on board. Also, alcohol doesn't have the BTU's of propane.
So, any good advice?
Gordon

I can't imagine a boat that size not being able to accommodate a propane
tank of some sort.

I find alcohol the least favorable fuel. It not only isn't very hot, but
the smell induces sea sickness in those who otherwise are unaffected. If
you don't want to create a space for the propane tanks and don't wish to
use the little tank two burner stoves, I'd see if you can locate a
kerosene stove. While nasty in some ways, it's safer than most and can
be very hot. Fuel is readily available.

You'll also feel like Slocum when you fire the thing up.

-paul