What have you bought for your Cali today :-)

[Wannabecamperman]

Are the Jackery’s LIFePO4 now? They used to Lithium ion which although very energy dense put me off because of the fire risk.

I agree that was my reasoning in buying the AC 200 Max Bluetti, however the new v2 is The Smallest and Lightest³ 1 kWh LFP Power Station: 18% smaller than the old version Explorer 1000 Certified

Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 Portable Power Station

The Explorer 1000 v2 Portable Power Station sets a new standard in portable power, offering exceptional performance for a variety of applications. Whether you're camping, traveling off-road, or facing a home emergency, this versatile power station is up to the task. It's the next-generation...

uk.jackery.com

 

[Van Diesel VW]

I agree that was my reasoning in buying the AC 200 Max Bluetti, however the new v2 is The Smallest and Lightest³ 1 kWh LFP Power Station: 18% smaller than the old version Explorer 1000 Certified

Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 Portable Power Station

The Explorer 1000 v2 Portable Power Station sets a new standard in portable power, offering exceptional performance for a variety of applications. Whether you're camping, traveling off-road, or facing a home emergency, this versatile power station is up to the task. It's the next-generation...

uk.jackery.com

I have also recently bought a Jackery, had been considering an Eco Flow Delta for a while, went with the 2000 V2 as wanted a bit more capacity, and Jackery offered it in a smaller sized power station, perhaps should have gone with 1000, as 2000 is too big to fit between the front seats, although did get a good deal with a discount, free case and a free 12v charging lead. Next job will be to add some solar on the van.

 

[Alied]

When near Cologne

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Hi @colintfcolintf did you order this online first and then collect from the warehouse as I see on their website that you need a German address?

 

[colintfcolintf]

Hi @colintfcolintf did you order this online first and then collect from the warehouse as I see on their website that you need a German address?

yes we did order online and also contacted them directly, we used a family members address, but i guess you could use a hotel / campsite address. They were really helpful

 

[Alied]

yes we did order online and also contacted them directly, we used a family members address, but i guess you could use a hotel / campsite address. They were really helpful

Thanks that's really helpful.

 

[colintfcolintf]

This place stocks then near Ghent, Belgium https://www.volkswagenshop.be/en/22-about-us
They are approx 100 euros more expensive, but you might save that with less travel.
We had to go to Koln anyway.

 

[Alied]

This place stocks then near Ghent, Belgium https://www.volkswagenshop.be/en/22-about-us
They are approx 100 euros more expensive, but you might save that with less travel.
We had to go to Koln anyway.

I'm thinking of buying a Calicave awning but I bought my Calibed from the Ghent dealer.

 

[Bryan2411]

Finally had a warmish day to fit the faux front skid plate. That’ll do for now.

 

[Moggymog]

Finally had a warmish day to fit the faux front skid plate. That’ll do for now.
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"That’ll do for now".....I wonder how many times we've all said that??

 

[Kimbo]

Gladen Mosconi full sound system fitted by Steve and Leigh at LIV conversions in Hinckley, incredible difference

 

[Moggymog]

Does that include the under seat sub? Did you have to lose the inverter?
How much did it cost?

 

[SanderR72]

"That’ll do for now".....I wonder how many times we've all said that??

“Now” is over once you said it, so you can repeat that many times (as long as your finances allow)

 

[Kimbo]

Does that include the under seat sub? Did you have to lose the inverter?
How much did it cost?

Yes it does include the under driver seat sub, inverter is still there, just had to lose the after market safe, Give them a call, really nice people to deal with and not that far from Nuneaton or Hinckley train station to collect/drop off the van, they will pick you up

 

[JohnCalifornia]

Just bought and fitted a wireless apple car play dongle for my Cali. Fitted and working in seconds. I’ll report any issues I have with it when I use the Cali from next week when she’s out of hibernation

 

[RosscoPCole74]

Popped into Decathlon for some new shin pads for my son and came out with two of these as well.

They fit nicely inside the chairs in the tailgate.

 

[The Little Red Cali]

Popped into Decathlon for some new shin pads for my son and came out with two of these as well.
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They fit nicely inside the chairs in the tailgate.
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They look great.

 

[AscotGreyCali]

A small kettle from MSR

 

[Multi1100]

Just bought and fitted a wireless apple car play dongle for my Cali. Fitted and working in seconds. I’ll report any issues I have with it when I use the Cali from next week when she’s out of hibernation

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Wondering...the T6 has standard Apple CarPlay? At least mine does...

 

[JohnCalifornia]

mine does too but needs a wire for it to work .This dongle makes it wireless

 

[acer]

Been looking for neat unobtrusive phone holder for my iPhone as there is crap all places on the 6.1 apart from top of dash and don't want it to be seen. i have mounted to side of shifter so no where near dash great design solid bit of kit.
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Interested in how you got on with this. Good if you could post a picture of it in situ and if you can remember its name and where you bought it. And how does it actually attach to your phone?

 

[colintfcolintf]

Quest 800W oven - test drove it earlier with duck spring rolls and a Steak & Ale Pie

 

[Georgeo]

Quest 800W oven - test drove it earlier with duck spring rolls and a Steak & Ale Pie

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Sounds like one of them “fusion” meals. .

 

[colintfcolintf]

Set of 3 small paring knifes for £1.50 at Steam Rally yesterday, cheap but cut up the Black Pudding to go on the BBQ well enough

and a DAB FM Rechargeable ( via USB) radio


https://www.groov-e.co.uk/groov-e-rechargeable-dab-fm-radio-with-bluetooth/gv-dr07-bk

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Really pleased with this USB rechargeable DAB / FM Radio thanks to other recommendations on here

 

[acer]

Really pleased with this USB rechargeable DAB / FM Radio thanks to other recommendations on here

I’ve been looking for a decent small radio. I’ve been using the wonderboom https://amzn.eu/d/8QWn2XW , streaming radio etc to it, but of course we’re not always connected to the internet. For its size the wonderboom has excellent sound.

Firstly, how do you feel about the sound of the groov-e?

Secondly, does anyone know why the manufacturers of these products give them all such equally ridiculous names?

 

[Lorri]

Purchased a new driveaway awning Vango Faros III - have had a Cruz since 2017 but decided it was too big sometimes. Use Safari room if needed and only away for a night and not taking van off site.