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Post by mel on Jul 11, 2017 6:29:16 GMT -8
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Post by Ten on Jul 11, 2017 7:56:16 GMT -8
Plugging in at home should be completely safe. Use a heavy extension cord, and the fridge will not overdraw the capacity. You should be able to run just about everything that way, but maybe don't try to run the electric heater, blow dryer, toaster oven, and garbage disposal all at once 👀
Doubtless the fridge will warm again. Consider packing it tightly and make a couple frozen milk jugs of ice part of the packing. Be sure to secure it tightly shut for the ride.
On our one trip last year I packed the fridge, but the plastic door clip let loose and everything was on the floor at our first checkpoint. I ended up using the coolers for transport, and stocked the milk and eggs after we hooked up the electric at the campground.
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Post by nccamper on Jul 11, 2017 12:06:26 GMT -8
"I ended up using the coolers for transport..."
We do the same thing. Keeping the door closed is a problem I've never solved with a small fridge. And even when it does stay shut the bouncing ruins a lot of veggies and fruit. My wife likes to cook in advance and take a lot of food with us. Too much for a mini-fridge.
With all that said, I leave my camper always plugged in at home so the battery maintainer has power.
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Post by mel on Jul 11, 2017 13:45:16 GMT -8
"I ended up using the coolers for transport..." We do the same thing. Keeping the door closed is a problem I've never solved with a small fridge. And even when it does stay shut the bouncing ruins a lot of veggies and fruit. My wife likes to cook in advance and take a lot of food with us. Too much for a mini-fridge. With all that said, I leave my camper always plugged in at home so the battery maintainer has power. So do you wait to cool down your mini fridge until you get to the campground? or before hand? do you know how long it takes to cool down to temp? |
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Post by mel on Jul 11, 2017 16:00:48 GMT -8
nccamper , Ten What speed do you tow your trailer at? on the freeway. My mom said 65 mpg, just thought I would see what you guys do.
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Post by turbodaddy on Jul 11, 2017 18:31:05 GMT -8
Most trailer tires are only rated at about 60 mph, just slow down and enjoy the ride. If people seem annoyed, find an alternative route with lower speed limits. The back roads are always more interesting anyhow. Just imagine how it would be to have a blowout on a busy freeway going 65 mph or more. Very scary and not fun.
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Post by nccamper on Jul 11, 2017 19:10:51 GMT -8
It takes a little over an hour to cool down our latest fridge. Cooling it down beforehand only makes sense on short trips or maybe winter camping. In the NC sun the camper gets hot on the highway in July. Especially on a long trip.
I think Turbodaddy is right, 60mph is the max speed. Our campers belong in the slow land.
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Post by Ten on Jul 12, 2017 2:42:32 GMT -8
I have towed trailers at high speed before (70 +) but it isn't an enjoyable experience. I had the Shasta up to about 60, and learned how badly unbalanced I had it loaded. The sway wasn't fun. That occurred on a two-lane road with a 55mph limit so wasn't an issue in the end.
The thing about freeways is, they have what is called a "passing lane", designed for impatient people to go around you whilst you enjoy your trip. I suggest the use of a clever bumper sticker... "Quit Honking I'm Reloading", or maybe my favorite, "If you are going to ride my ass you could at least pull my hair". It will give them a chuckle while they start to sense that you don't care how fast they want you to go.
Slow down a little, be safe, and let others enjoy looking your Compact over as they slow down some while passing you.
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