URAQT Parking Heater Exhaust Pipe

What comes in the box and how long is the exhaust hose?

The kit has everything needed for a basic fit. You get 1 stainless steel exhaust hose and 1 silencer (muffler). You also get 2 hose clamps, 1 L-shaped bracket and 3 mounting screws.

The listing shows this size as 300cm, though the pack text also mentions a 200cm length. The 300cm version is the one this listing sells. The hose is silver and has a 25mm inner diameter. This is a URAQT Parking heater exhaust pipe set, model number U4-3MFQGYX231126-FBA.

What is the hose made from and will it rust?

It is made from 304 stainless steel. This is a common grade for exhaust and outdoor parts because it resists corrosion better than plain steel. The listing describes it as corrosion-resistant and wear-resistant.

Stainless steel will not rust like mild steel, but it can still discolour with heat. That is normal for any exhaust part.

Why would I replace the short pipe that came with my heater?

The short pipe supplied with a diesel heater often leaves the exhaust close to where you sit or park. A longer hose lets you move the outlet to the other side of the vehicle. That keeps it away from an awning.

One buyer used it to put the exhaust at the other end of their motorhome. Another said it suited fitting a heater in awkward places. The longer run also helps reduce the noise from the heater tail pipe.

Does the muffler really make the heater quieter?

The kit includes a silencer and the listing says it helps reduce tail pipe noise. A customer who bought the 300cm version described quiet operation while the heater ran.

No decibel figure is given, so there is no measured number to quote. Noise also depends on the heater itself and where you route the hose.

Will it fit my heater and my vehicle?

The listing calls it a universal fit for most car air diesel parking heaters. It is designed for use with an exhaust silencer and is listed for cars. Amazon lists the installation type as clamp-on.

Check one thing before buying. Your heater's exhaust outlet needs to suit a 25mm inner diameter hose. Measure the outlet first. If it does not match, the clamp may not seal properly.

How hard is it to install?

The listing says it takes only a few minutes. You slide the clips onto the hose and fix it in place. The L-shaped bracket and 3 screws hold the hose to the vehicle.

Buyers add a small warning. One said it was a bit of a pain getting the silencer onto the hose. Another called it a bit fiddly but a good replacement. Allow extra time for the silencer joint and tighten the clamps well.

Does the hose get hot and is it safe to coil?

Yes it gets hot. A French buyer, who used it with a small fuel heater, warned that the pipe gets very hot. Route it away from plastic and fabric. Keep it clear of wiring and anything that can melt or burn.

Another buyer coiled the hose and blew a fan through the coil. They reported getting a lot more heat out of their diesel heater. That is one customer's experience. Only try it where the hose and the airflow cannot cause a fire risk or let fumes into the cabin.

How well does it hold up and what do other buyers think?

It has 4.4 out of 5 stars from 249 ratings. Of those ratings, 72% are 5 stars and 12% are 4 stars. Only 4% are 1 star.

Buyers who liked it said it does the job, works as it should and is good value. Quality drew 11 mentions. Eight were positive and three were negative. One buyer said the hose bent after first use and was not heat resistant. Two overseas buyers gave 1 star and called it poor quality.

If you change your mind, the listing offers free returns and a 30-day right of return for items in new and unused condition. The manufacturer warranty is listed as 1.