Expedition Portal - Camping Equipment http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/ Discussion of ground and roof tents, cooking equipment, etc. en Thu, 23 May 2013 13:26:40 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/images/misc/rss.png Expedition Portal - Camping Equipment http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/ Howling Moon Roof Tents http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/111244-Howling-Moon-Roof-Tents?goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 03:57:20 GMT I require some pictures of HM roof tents, ideally on land rovers. Cheers J I require some pictures of HM roof tents, ideally on land rovers.

Cheers

J ]]> Camping Equipment Juddy http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/111244-Howling-Moon-Roof-Tents Eureka Drawtite expo tent http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/111171-Eureka-Drawtite-expo-tent?goto=newpost Mon, 20 May 2013 17:21:55 GMT I picked up a 1960s era Eureka Drawtite 3 man tent. Its in awesome shape, has all the poles, and is pretty solid from the looks of it. From what little info I could find it these tents were used on the Everest expedition by Sir Edmund Hillary. Should hold up to strong winds, rain and snow. I will... I picked up a 1960s era Eureka Drawtite 3 man tent. Its in awesome shape, has all the poles, and is pretty solid from the looks of it. From what little info I could find it these tents were used on the Everest expedition by Sir Edmund Hillary. Should hold up to strong winds, rain and snow. I will be using it this weekend fora backcountry trip. Its quite roomy and hope to get alot of use out of it. Stay tuned for a followup report. Heres a few pics.0519190501.jpg0519190510.jpg0519190520.jpg
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]]> Camping Equipment xjman88 http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/111171-Eureka-Drawtite-expo-tent Convert cheap AC freezer to energy efficient fridge. Will this work in a vehicle? http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110947-Convert-cheap-AC-freezer-to-energy-efficient-fridge-Will-this-work-in-a-vehicle?goto=newpost Fri, 17 May 2013 03:21:04 GMT I was wondering if anyone is running an AC chest freezer in their rig with an inverter and a temperature controller to convert the freezer into a fridge like these guys are doing in their off the grid homes: http://tinyurl.com/yl2uu5n and http://tinyurl.com/catbupa and http://tinyurl.com/ch3us9s ... I was wondering if anyone is running an AC chest freezer in their rig with an inverter and a temperature controller to convert the freezer into a fridge like these guys are doing in their off the grid homes: http://tinyurl.com/yl2uu5n and http://tinyurl.com/catbupa and http://tinyurl.com/ch3us9s

Advantages are that freezers are well insulated which means very energy efficient and super cheap at Walmart for as little as $140. http://tinyurl.com/bmqkben

I know this works in houses but I was wondering if the constant vibration and bouncing around in a vehicle would mess up the freezer? Has anyone done this or know about this?

Thanks
Steve ]]> Camping Equipment magentawave http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110947-Convert-cheap-AC-freezer-to-energy-efficient-fridge-Will-this-work-in-a-vehicle Tentsile Stingray Tent http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110860-Tentsile-Stingray-Tent?goto=newpost Wed, 15 May 2013 17:58:14 GMT Check this thing out http://www.tentsile.com/products/copy-of-tentsile-stingray Pretty neat, but a bit pricey at $1350 Image: http://www.blessthisstuff.com/imagens/stuff/tentsile-stingray-tent-3.jpg Check this thing out

http://www.tentsile.com/products/cop...tsile-stingray

Pretty neat, but a bit pricey at $1350

]]> Camping Equipment Storz http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110860-Tentsile-Stingray-Tent boat fridge in a truck? http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110859-boat-fridge-in-a-truck?goto=newpost Wed, 15 May 2013 17:30:37 GMT I see alot of these Norcold fridges on CL. Since we live close to water it seems people are always selling them. They are 12v/110v. Only downside i can see is its not a top open. Has anyone tried one and is there any reason i couldnt run one of these? This one is 20x20x18. ... I see alot of these Norcold fridges on CL. Since we live close to water it seems people are always selling them. They are 12v/110v. Only downside i can see is its not a top open.

Has anyone tried one and is there any reason i couldnt run one of these? This one is 20x20x18.

http://houston.craigslist.org/boa/3742913326.html ]]> Camping Equipment Wildcat http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110859-boat-fridge-in-a-truck Mobicool/Waeco TC-35 http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110690-Mobicool-Waeco-TC-35?goto=newpost Mon, 13 May 2013 21:14:59 GMT I know the concept of thermoelectric coolers has been hashed out here many times before, but does anyone have experience with the Waeco TC-35? I think that's what it is, and it's on sale at Canadian Tire right now for $180 (regularly $300): http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/brows...=en#product_aa . I can get a 45L Mobicool used for maybe $90 on Kijiji, but this one seems better in that it appears to have a thermostat, and will cool 30C rather than the Mobicool W45 which only does 20C.

I'm not expecting Engel/National Luna levels of performance, but something I can afford for now to replace the regular cooler half full of ice bottles for max 3-4 day trips. I just don't really know anything about this specific model.

I have a dual battery setup in my truck, and this will be running off the secondary (marine) battery when the truck is turned off. Therefore, I'm not super worried about my battery going flat.

Thanks,
- Andrew. ]]> Camping Equipment AndrewClarke http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110690-Mobicool-Waeco-TC-35 Simple and cheap: LCI/Scepter jerry can gravity fed running water http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110626-Simple-and-cheap-LCI-Scepter-jerry-can-gravity-fed-running-water?goto=newpost Mon, 13 May 2013 06:59:54 GMT I didn't want to spend much money making an on/off gravity fed water system using my LCI water cans; so I spent some time at the local lowes and picked up a barbed/crimped 3/4 in to 3/4 in male threaded PVC fitting and a 3/4 in female valve spout and connected them together. The inner diameter of the pour spout on the LCI can is 3/4 in as well; so I was able to tap the barbed end of the PVC fitting into the spout, creating a water tight seal. After the initial insertion using the mallet, I was able to remove and re-insert the fitting with the valve attached by hand and still get a water tight seal. So, for about 5 or 6 dollars and an LCI/Scepter can, you can have running water.

For operation, I found that as long as I open the pour valve first, then the air valve, there is no leakage from the air valve. Order of shutoff is the same: pour valve, then air valve and again, no leakage from the air valve.

Here is the connector and valve. This is after I tamped the connector in with the mallet and removed it.
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Here is the connector and valve in the LCI can. This time, I inserted it by hand.
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As you can see, it's not leaking. The can is about half full here.
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The pour valve and air valve are both open in this picture. You can hear the air valve working.
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Enjoy!
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]]> Camping Equipment KF6KKM http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110626-Simple-and-cheap-LCI-Scepter-jerry-can-gravity-fed-running-water Alaska... Mosquito Repellent. Spray, Patch, home remedy what works best??? http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110545-Alaska-Mosquito-Repellent-Spray-Patch-home-remedy-what-works-best?goto=newpost Sun, 12 May 2013 15:09:01 GMT Hey guys,

So i thought i'd put this out there to the forum and see what you guys have found works best.

I plan on going to Alaska for 6 weeks during July/ August and camping pretty much the whole time. The mosquitos dont really bother me growing up in Australia they're kinda just part of life and you eventually get used to them or they leave you alone. However my South Florida girlfriend read in a book that there are swarms so big they block the sun in Alaska and now she is freaking out.

I'd be interested in hearing what you guys have used or come up with. Please help save my trip my sanity and my relationship.... (im not so worried about the last part)

Someone suggested these patches but said they can smell a little http://www.themosquitopatch.us/

Anything else?

Cheers ]]> Camping Equipment boxing kangaroo http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110545-Alaska-Mosquito-Repellent-Spray-Patch-home-remedy-what-works-best Yeti 70 qt cooler http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110520-Yeti-70-qt-cooler?goto=newpost Sun, 12 May 2013 11:52:06 GMT We are considering purchasing the Yeti Tundra 70 or 75 quart chest cooler. a Coleman extreme has served us well, but trips for more ice every four days gets to be a bit tiresome. I have heard rumour, that if used properly, ( we open our large cooler once, maybe twice a day, first thing in the... We are considering purchasing the Yeti Tundra 70 or 75 quart chest cooler. a Coleman extreme has served us well, but trips for more ice every four days gets to be a bit tiresome. I have heard rumour, that if used properly, ( we open our large cooler once, maybe twice a day, first thing in the morning we move the days meals into a smaller cooler ) the Yeti coolers will keep ice/cold food for over a week. The price is steep, but we do get what we pay for. I've considered a fridge/freezer, but the same capacity would cost well over twice as much, and the longest we are ever away from an ice supply would be 5 or 6 days. Has anyone had any experience with these Yeti coolers? thanks in advance for all input :) ]]> Camping Equipment rubicondon53 http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110520-Yeti-70-qt-cooler Awnings fill with water? http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/109241-Awnings-fill-with-water?goto=newpost Wed, 08 May 2013 12:46:02 GMT Does anyone else have an issue with their awning enclosures filling with water when it rains and the awning is not deployed? I was under the impression these can be left on all the time, but if I park outside this is apparently not the case? Luckily I caught it before the mold got started. Does anyone else have an issue with their awning enclosures filling with water when it rains and the awning is not deployed? I was under the impression these can be left on all the time, but if I park outside this is apparently not the case? Luckily I caught it before the mold got started. ]]> Camping Equipment jeepfreak81 http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/109241-Awnings-fill-with-water Rocket Stove http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/108936-Rocket-Stove?goto=newpost Tue, 07 May 2013 14:07:30 GMT Anyone used a rocket stove for car camping? I'm not worried about weight, looks like the next camp trip will be 3 kids and 6 adults in who knows how many vehicles! (My family is heading over from the UK)

The warm season is upon us and I'm thinking one would be fun to use along with my ghillie kettle. I have seen these

http://stovetecstore.net/index.php/

not sure what the advantage and disadvantage is of the two or one door model

Any other companies I could look at?

Thanks ]]> Camping Equipment EuroJoe http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/108936-Rocket-Stove LED Lenser M7R Flashlight GIVEAWAY http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/108628-LED-Lenser-M7R-Flashlight-GIVEAWAY?goto=newpost Mon, 06 May 2013 16:51:41 GMT Another great Giveaway on Exploring Elements. This time for a brand new fully rechargable, durable as hell and brighter than you'd expect LED Lenser M7R Flashlight. Check out the full review and enter to win one for yourself.

http://www.exploringelements.com/rev...ight-giveaway/

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]]> Camping Equipment GoBig http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/108628-LED-Lenser-M7R-Flashlight-GIVEAWAY Norcold NRF portable fridges? http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/108357-Norcold-NRF-portable-fridges?goto=newpost Sun, 05 May 2013 14:16:35 GMT Curious if anyone here has any experience with the newer portable Norcold NRF fridge/freezers? http://www.thetford.com/HOME/PRODUCTS/NorcoldIncRefrigerators/NRF45/tabid/842/Default.aspx Engle and ARB are out of my price range. I had been looking into Edgestar but recently found Norcold and... Curious if anyone here has any experience with the newer portable Norcold NRF fridge/freezers?

http://www.thetford.com/HOME/PRODUCT...2/Default.aspx

Engle and ARB are out of my price range. I had been looking into Edgestar but recently found Norcold and they look like another possibility in that under $800 price range.

Any direct experience with these? ]]> Camping Equipment DaveM http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/108357-Norcold-NRF-portable-fridges Truckfridge TF51 http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/107206-Truckfridge-TF51?goto=newpost Wed, 01 May 2013 20:58:00 GMT Just an FYI for anyone that has been thinking about getting the Truckfridge TF51(Indel B).After being backordered for a while they are back in stock , had one shipped today. Price is still at $529 + shipping Just an FYI for anyone that has been thinking about getting the Truckfridge TF51(Indel B).After being backordered for a while they are back in stock , had one shipped today. Price is still at $529 + shipping ]]> Camping Equipment expeditionxj http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/107206-Truckfridge-TF51 Propane torch head? What do you use? http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/106375-Propane-torch-head-What-do-you-use?goto=newpost Mon, 29 Apr 2013 05:47:20 GMT Been looking for a quality propane torch head for quite a while. I use it while camping to start the camp fire, rig repair, or any other place I need fire. Makes sense as I already carry propane cylinders down the trail for my grill. Hope I'm not the only one. I've purchased a cheap worthington unit but middle of last year it rusted shut and no longer ignites. The hardware store examples are large and bulky also very $$. Is there a propane camping torch? Been looking haven't seen one. ]]> Camping Equipment Silver dude http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/106375-Propane-torch-head-What-do-you-use liquid fuels stoves and the discerning cook http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/106352-liquid-fuels-stoves-and-the-discerning-cook?goto=newpost Mon, 29 Apr 2013 03:33:09 GMT I honestly believe cooking is our favorite camping activity. We currently use a single propane burner and a snowpeak canister stove. Fat man and little boy respectively.

My garage is filling up with empty canisters. I know I need to let go. I am NOT refilling 1lb bottles, I don't want to discuss that either. I have toyed with the idea of a 5lb refillable as well, but I am constantly trying to lighten up and that is the wrong direction.

What I really want to know is. Can you really cook on a liquid fuel backpack stove? I have seen some of the stuff Bemmerchef puts out, but his kung foo is strong... ]]> Camping Equipment 3jarrells http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/106352-liquid-fuels-stoves-and-the-discerning-cook overland gourmet wanted a snow peak chair http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/104314-overland-gourmet-wanted-a-snow-peak-chair?goto=newpost Tue, 23 Apr 2013 21:24:19 GMT have tried to contact them countless times for things never a call back !!! sadly I never get any call backs or email or anything ? so whats up ? maybe they will see it here since leaving voicemail and email has not worked ? have tried to contact them countless times for things never a call back !!!
sadly I never get any call backs or email or anything ?

so whats up ? maybe they will see it here since leaving voicemail and email has not worked ? ]]> Camping Equipment Honu http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/104314-overland-gourmet-wanted-a-snow-peak-chair