Favourite non-factory options

[WelshGas]

We carted a collapsible toilet around Scandinavia and didn't use it once. If on campsites we use the campsite facilities, if wild camping we dig a latrine pit and fill in after use.


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Obviously not used CL sites.
Latrine pits are OK, when they can be used, but I prefer to contaminate the environment in a controlled rather than un-controlled manner and take all my rubbish with me and dispose as local policies dictate.

 

[soulstyledevon]

1 - Webasto diesel heater
2 - Rear sliding rack
3 - Webasto 40l fridge

 

[flying banana]

1.beer. 2.bbq. 3.burgers

 

[sidepod]

1. Dometic Waeco CF 11 Compressor Fridge (fits between the front seats.)
2. VanEssa Window Bags
3. Philips PicoPix Pocket Projector (for movies on a wet night.....)

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Am I the only person on the planet who’s not into Tits n Dragons?

 

[MattBW]

^ With a Slidepod taking up the entire under boot where do you store your heavy gear on a trip?

What would you class as heavy gear?

All our Pots and pans, plates, and kitchen stuff that used to in a crate now goes inside there. Any food that doesnt need the fridge also goes in the pod. We have a drive away awning which we put in our roofbox or if we dont have that with us inside until we pitch it. The outdoor rev is very quick to pitch thankfully. We also have a pair of window bags for our clothes etc and the top of the parcel shelf also has plenty of space.

I have a video tour of my pod and van planned to show what fits inside in it. It's hard to explain but easy to show.

 

[sapto]

2017 top 3:
1. roof topper
2. bbq (cadac)
3. diesel to travel

2018 so far:
1. diesel heating to dry snowboard boots and gloves
2. air vent
3. front window cover

 

[flying banana]

Am I the only person on the planet who’s not into Tits n Dragons?

I like tits. as for dragons...it's usually the owner of the tits that turns into one

 

[Richie15]

1. Dometic Waeco CF 11 Compressor Fridge (fits between the front seats.)
2. VanEssa Window Bags
3. Philips PicoPix Pocket Projector (for movies on a wet night.....)

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What screen are you using

 

[Shadrack]

A great thread, lots of good ideas.
For me, apart from one or two items already mentioned it has to be my folding suitcase style solar panel (120w).
If hookup not available (as I never plan anything) they look after those leisure’s with all the modern gizmos we seem to gather....

 

[Michaeltaiwan]

What screen are you using

Does the cf11 fridge need to be removed or repositioned when you need to swivel the front seats around?

 

[Jonathan Duke]

Does the cf11 fridge need to be removed or repositioned when you need to swivel the front seats around?

Yes, it does. I slide it back, rotate the seats, then slide it back into position again.... Unless, I decided to use it as a foot stool.

 

[Jonathan Duke]

What screen are you using

This is just the standard door blind, which allthough grey’ish, works fine.

 

[California4x4]

2017 top 3:
1. roof topper
2. bbq (cadac)
3. diesel to travel

2018 so far:
1. diesel heating to dry snowboard boots and gloves
2. air vent
3. front window cover

What does your air vent look like please. I also dry snowboarding gear in my Cali and crack a sliding window for ventilation but it’s not ideal.

 

[California4x4]

A great thread, lots of good ideas.
For me, apart from one or two items already mentioned it has to be my folding suitcase style solar panel (120w).
If hookup not available (as I never plan anything) they look after those leisure’s with all the modern gizmos we seem to gather....

This sounds useful. I am planning to fit solar to my roof, but your option could work for me. How do you connect to your measure batteries please.

 

[California4x4]

External windscreen cover;
Small folding stool for easy access to roof;
Mini dehumidifier used all the time in winter as I dry kit in there after adventures.

What are your three favourite accessories for your Cali.

Everyone is allowed basic kitchen and dining accessories: saucepan, frying pan, kettle, cutlery, crockery, cups, glasses, washing up bowl etc. In addition, Beach owners are allowed a double burner stove and 28 litre compressor fridge. Upgrades such as bone china crockery, steak knives, BBQ set, herb and spice set, wine cooler, etc are not included and would be an accessory.

My three favourite accessories:
Solar panels
Driveaway awning
Jackyards' seat covers


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[sapto]

What does your air vent look like please. I also dry snowboarding gear in my Cali and crack a sliding window for ventilation but it’s not ideal.

I use the ReimoAir vent

 

[California4x4]

I use the ReimoAir vent

Thank you. That looks useful.

 

[sapto]

Thank you. That looks useful.

Yes, it is superb. I even managed to fit it whitout leaving the Cali

 

[Bill R]

Yes, it is superb. I even managed to fit it whitout leaving the Cali

Is it quick to slot in and take out when arriving/leaving site ?

 

[sapto]

Is it quick to slot in and take out when arriving/leaving site ?

Yes, it is (about 3 min).
Here you got better pictures:
https://www.spacecamper-shop.de/de/airvent-lueftungsgitter-fuer-schiebefenster-links.html

 

[Bill R]

Yes, it is (about 3 min).
Here you got better pictures:
https://www.spacecamper-shop.de/de/airvent-lueftungsgitter-fuer-schiebefenster-links.html

Thanks Sapto. This is the first time I've seen these referred to, lots of talk about the cabin window version but not this side window one . I was concerned about getting cabin window vents when I've bought a thermal windscreen cover which also blocks the side cabin Windows , so this could be a great solution

 

[hewittd]

1. Dometic Waeco CF 11 Compressor Fridge (fits between the front seats.)
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Oooo, I do like that - can you fit much in it?

 

[Jonathan Duke]

Oooo, I do like that - can you fit much in it?

There are just 2x of us who travel (plus small dog) and we find it adequate for our needs. It's more efficient to pack with cans of beer/tonic than glass bottles, but that's just a case of maximising space. It will take a bottle of wine, and a large milk bottle.

We have traveled for month-long trips, with no real issues..... Sometimes we have to remove the beers, to store meat for a BBQ, but the beers soon cool again once re-insterted when the meat is cooking.....

We generally hold, milk, cheese, butter, yogurts, beer, tonic and some meats in the fridge. Eggs, peppers, onions, bread, granola all stay in the side pocket.

The extra cup holders are a perk also, and the fridge is strong enough to stand on when climbing up-top (I'm 14st.)

 

[sapto]

Thanks Sapto. This is the first time I've seen these referred to, lots of talk about the cabin window version but not this side window one . I was concerned about getting cabin window vents when I've bought a thermal windscreen cover which also blocks the side cabin Windows , so this could be a great solution

I am very happy with this one and as a front window cover Inuse the external Brandrup one.

 

[kaf2546]

Seeing it's mid Winter, we've totally appreciated external insulated windscreen cover, and with roof up the whole,time the Brandrup inner roof liner has been magic - with the heater put on 1 halfway through he night we've slept in sleeping bags down to minus 7 with no condensation. Friends have insulated high top and have condensation issues. Going to check out that cinema kit now Jonathan