RE: Lanterns
Yes, I was talking about oil lanterns, absolutely silent.  I got intrigued
with the idea of the lantern last fall when the people on the vwcamperfamily
list got involved in a group purchase of a bunch of antique lanterns.  So I
ordered one (new in my case) and used it on my trip in January.  Then about
a month ago I picked up a smaller version when snooping around a general
store in Long Beach, Wa.  I have yet to use either very much but do like the
subdued lighting in camp at night.  I hate the glare of mantle lanterns like
a Coleman, much brighter than needed in most cases.  But they do require
that you carry a bottle of oil and they do need to be carried upright making
them a little awkward in a Westy.