Electric Appliances (under 700 watts,) for portable power stations, and stealthy Van cooking...
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- Опубликовано: 27 авг 2023
- Be sure to see the "Followup" video to this one 😊
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If for ANY reason, you question the legality of cooking in a safely parked vehicle, check the laws of the State you are in!
About my Baldr power station:
This is a VERY well used, and old ( I have been using it for years!) power supply!
a.co/d/gkUjDkA (solar panel)
a.co/d/i9eEgGm (1000 watt power supply) may be unavailable see next:
a.co/d/d1jZRkQ (1000 watt power supply)
a.co/d/5Bwsp8F (Hot pot)
a.co/d/iBdHwfO (skillet)
a.co/d/0jPY9xw (water kettle)
Toaster from walmart 
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Love the safe ways to cook while on the road. ❤
Out in the west, where many nomads like to travel, there are frequent burn bans. Bad weather and high winds also tend to force you to cook inside. That and not wanting to carry fuel in my rig or worry about C02 already had me planning to go fully electric in my rig. One more issue that propane and butane fuel users tend to overlook is the high price to purchase it in out-of-the-way locations, which means planning ahead by carrying plenty of fuel. And as COVID showed us, fuel prices can not only vary widely, but there are situations where it can simply be hoarded by everyone who is afraid there won't be any available. Going strictly electric with solar eliminates that dependency and also makes you are more ecological in your life on the road. All electric RV's are on the horizon! Thanks for the video!
Thank you! 😊
There are other awesome electrics too! I use a, "nutri bullet 900" and a small crockpot as well. There are times when I light a campfire or use my butane stove, using my cast-iron pans, ( like if I cook fish ) but you are absolutely right about burn bans, and weather!!!
Thank you for commenting!
Lynn (AvianMariner)
I got a small induction burner that can be set to draw only 600 watts. Works with my iron skillets AND stainless steel pots & kettle!
All of your points resonate with me and confirms my decision to get rid of things that call for gas. I’m planning to do van life for traveling and do so with all electric!
I'd probably live on sandwiches and pick up a good meal once a week 😅
I normally eat salads, or thaw things that I freeze at home (like leftovers) and heat them in the hotpot. Easy is best on the road or camping! Unfortunately, I resort to a can or bag of tuna... not something people want to watch on RUclips :) @@UglyBikeling
That really surprises me. I've been watching a lot of these videos, and I was under the impression that you needed a really large power station. Thanks so much for the great information. Great video packed into a small bundle. Love that.
Thanks for watching! I have an old 350 watt power supply ( my first ) for cameras, laptop, etc ( I used to have it running my refrigerator/freezer) I then got the 1000 watt to do the rest.
At some point, I will get a larger one, ( 1500 watt) but am happy with what I have!
Lynn (AvianMariner)
Both Nostalgia and DASH offer many small appliances that use 800 watts or less. Consider getting a 12v rice cooker, it sips energy vs DASH's 200 watt rice cooker. I make oatmeal and heat up many things in my DASH rice cooker at home. Their egg bite maker works well as a small griddle, around 450 watts I believe.
Thrift stores are wonderful places to find these small jewels inexpensively. I paid $2 for the one slice Nostalgia toaster like yours. The MyMini is a 2/1 and uses about 250 watts.
one of my favorite low-wattage appliances is the YQ-105 mini electric hotplate, sometimes called a coffee stove. inexpensive (about $20), 600 watts, very well-made and works very well. the hot plate is 4 inches in diameter, but i use it with pots and pans up to 8 inches in diameter and it still works well. my ecoflow river pro will run it for 2+ hours no problem.
I am looking into upgrading/ replacing my power station in the future- I will look into the ecoflow Delta 1300 in my research . Thanks 😊
One nice thing about the EcoFlow 1300 is that when you plug it into a 120vac outlet it recharges from around 20% back up to around 80% in about an hour. This means if you grab a coffee in a cafe near an outlet, you can recharge while sitting there. With 1300 watthours, you have plenty of power for appliances like these for a couple of days.
Are you in Virginia. Most people are nearer the other coast. I'd love to hook up with someone closer to Va.
The EcoFlow Delta 1300 is now a couple of years old. There are newer versions of their Delta that are likely better. @@avianmariner
Everywhere I look says the YQ-105 is 500 watts. Do you have a special model or was the 600 a typo? 🤔
Good news, on 10/23/23 the little hot pot was 34% off plus an extra 40% off at checkout on Amazon. I bought it, regular $60.99 for $26.05. Added a couple other items to wish list. I'm getting older and am getting away from flames in my little fishing Odyssey. Hey that would make a great name, if I start a retirement minivan RUclips channel.
If you start that channel, I will subscribe ! Love it!
Sometimes I watch items on amazon for months... then when they go on sale, I jump!😊
Lynn (AvianMariner)
I tried to find the hot pot on Amazon and can’t find it. Is there a link? I love that the outside does not get hot.
Girl, I agree with your philosophy 100%. I will not use propane or butane in my van. No open flame. I have an Echoflow power bank which is 1150. I love your ideas for cooking.
Thank you 😊
Lynn (AvianMariner)
I have a question for you on the eco flow. I have one too. I liked it because of the flat top , BUT, I had a problem with the 12 volt charging cable burning up at the connection and then I had to fiddle with it to get a connection that it would only keep if the vehicle was still.
Have you had the same experience?
Which Ecoflo do you have and what kind of a solar panel do you use?
@@Thumper7818 did you contact Eagle flow wouldn’t that have been covered under their five year warranty
@@janlovig3371
Let’s say I called Ecoflow, not necessarily contacted them. They would have to answer an email or phone call.
I contacted Wellbots, where I bought it and they pretty much referred me( to ( or dumped me on) eco flow.
Warranties from certain countries mean nothing.
I cook everything from scrambled eggs and pancakes to crescent rolls and chicken thighs and fresh vegetables in a rice cooker. 😊
I saw a YT where a lady baked a cake in a rice cooker 😅
I heard about the cake in a rice cooker!
I want to experiment with a few different models. The next video I will share has a steamer / rice cooker. It was a bit messy to clean... probably my fault 😉
Thanks for watching !
Lynn ( AvianMariner)
Guilty
I use either 1/4 of a mix ( cooks faster than a big one and is 1 serving). I use whatever liquid I feel like at the time. Sometimes I use an egg, other times not. Might use apple sauce with milk or water. Might use only water.
As it bakes (maybe 7 minutes) it turns off, thinking the “rice” Is done. It must cool 1-2 minutes before you can turn it back on. This is ok, because it stays hot and bakes. You must sit nearby and keep turning it back on. Depending on the size it can take 45 minutes. No need to turn it over.
I sometimes it’s jam for frosting (add few drops of water).
I can’t find my video. I think I posted it in a Facebook group, but never posted it to RUclips.
Found your channel. I'm gonna be living the van life in 6 months or so. 65 and can't afford rent. I'm a camper so already have some ideas. Learned some good stuff from your channel. Thanks
Thanks for watching ! 😊
Lynn (AvianMariner)
I wish someone would make a 2 slice version of that toaster , that you could select only 1 slice so it doesn't energized the empty second side when you are just doing 1 slice of bread.
They do make a one slice toaster . I found on Amazon
Hi there, greetings from India & I'm ur new subscriber.. Came accross your channel & I was amazed by the way you have organised the things in your car !!! Stay safe & all the best for your channel 👍✌️
Thank you! I am hoping to get my van back soon! ( it was towed because of a split fuel line - short video)
Thanks for positive wish for the channel!
Love this, now I gotta buy a 1000W Power Station 😅
I was just looking around on amazon to add another one for, "just at home."
Last winter when we lost power, the 1000 watt was running my household refrigerator. It also can run a sump pump, 55" lcd TV, and a lot more! 😊
Thanks for watching,
Lynn ( AvianMariner )
So glad i came across this. I want to get a power station for when our power goes out, but I wasn' tsure about what kind of appliances I could use. This video was perfect! Thank you
Try to get a 1500 watt power station! I need to upgrade mine. It's 3 years old and has had heavy use ( it's 1000 watts , which has been fine, but I am going to do some extended travel in 2024 and figure it is time to upgrade!
By all means, go with Jackery 1000 or higher. I bought the Jackery 500 and it is limited in what it supports. I can do a lot with the low-voltage rice cooker on my Jackery 500 but not much more than recharges of UBS items.
@@avianmariner Now (mid Nov 2023) is a great time to upgrade as Bluetti, and I think all the other brands, are offering their Black Friday prices. I buy power stations with LFP cells only, as I figure the extra years of use are worth the extra weight.
That electric hot pot is great. I saw a RUclipsr that used a 200w rice cooker for baking, of all things, so I'd guess that it's possible to bake in that pot too.
Do you recall which RUclipsr? I’d love to see that.
@@ChrisW228 Found it, it was a video from CheapRVLiving : ruclips.net/video/eQl74uYoV3Y/видео.html
Many thanks, AvianMariner ⭐️ There is *no* need to use open flame in an enclosed space! Be safe☘️
You are welcome! Thanks for watching 😊
Lynn
Loving all the gadgets
Lol at something to play with...
Dang, wish I saw this earlier....have to get that pot
Did you watch my, minivan road-trip " tips and gear" series ? There are 5 short videos that have a lot of stuff... even a stealthy shower option and " portable bathroom " lol
Most people don't realize that between November ( last year ) until march, I included cooking/ baking on my channel! I got stuck home due to family health issues- but didn't want to stop my channel! When I get my van back- I am back on the road!!!!
@@avianmariner I got the home depot bucket and bags...saw u preparing stir fry
Nice review of electronic appliances for minivan camping. I’ve has a 12v kettle for 7 years for coffee or anything you can make with hot water, and a 12v HotLogic Mini (HLM) slow cooker for 5 years of cooking while driving. Recent additions are a Dash griddle to make a fried egg or 1 egg omelet or 2 or 3 breakfast sausage links on, a Nuwave induction stove burner (can be set to 600w, 900w, or 1200w). While I do have a duel fuel one burner camp stove I mostly use the HLM. Also, I’ve used both the Dash & the induction stovetop in a motel room.
Thanks! I will look into Nuwave induction. The one I have is 1200 watts which is too much for my 1000 watt supply ( can't recall the name .) I often camp , and use electric hookups but prefer things that can be run with my solar power station ! I occasionally use a 1 burner butane stove, but for this video, I was trying to show safer alternatives while cooking in a minivan.
Lynn (AvianMariner)
@@avianmariner, I think it’s a slightly older model under $100, they have a newer higher wattage burner too. Those that use it camping or traveling understand why you would want a choice of one that can switch between 600w/900w/1200w instead of one that surges to 100-2000w ! But lost on the reviewer at Consumer Reports (he said, “Why would anyone want the ability to change wattage?” I need to write the editor because clearly the dude is too privileged to have never been in an apt with old wiring, or like my niece being restricted in a college dorm to lower watt appliances. It even says why you might want that in user manual). Glad YT suggested your videos, as I am a true camping gadget gal. 🙃🍳🔦⛺️🐟
I looked it up!
a.co/d/7TkipVZ
Thank you! 😊
I have that Nuwave induction burner and love it precisely for the variable wattage. Perfect for van camping using a battery. I’ve also used it on the covered porch of a yurt or cabin at state parks where I can plug into an outlet.
I had this one (my storage was taken and I lost it). You can cook on a lower setting.
A seriously well done and informative video, thanks! I also heard the sweet song of low power electric appliances and use them all of the time. During bad weather I'll open the back and use a gas stove for cooking so I don't drain my power stations (yup, more than one for different needs) too quickly.
I wondered about the toaster and after seeing you use it I'll be getting one also, thanks again!
Thank you 😊
I do use a butane stove outside in nice "camping" weather , but when inside the minivan- ( think of trapped inside while roads are closed because of a snowstorm) all electric !
Lynn (AvianMariner)
Isn't it funny how a luxury like a slice of toast on demand can be so simple.
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@@brucehalleran1149oh yes! Sometimes I crave cinnamon toast and the small-wattage one-slice toaster will reinforce my portion control. 😊
Thank you for the great options. I have a dodge caravan but no awning for me to cook outside if it rains. I do have a power station 1800 ecoflow. So thanks for showing me great options.
Do you like the ecoflow 1800? I need to get a higher watt power station, ( my Baldr Pioneer is 1000 watt).
Lynn (AvianMariner)
Very good video. Plenty of thought provoking material and actionable information in less time than some spend introducing "today's video". New subscribe.
Thanks for watching and subscribing!
Lynn (AvianMariner)
Thank You so much. I got the Nuwave, so that I can travel and use those camping kitchen pots/pans/kettle. It has 3 settings 600w, 900w, and 1300w. I travel with a 1 gallon thermos and a electric water immersion 300W (acts just like the component inside the electric kettle.) That way I can heat up the gallon of water if I need to use my portable shower. I've been looking into the 1-2qt convection oven they are usually still cutting it close in wattage 900-1000w. The 3 QT Instapot is 600w. It's be great if they had an instapot with a crisper that was 3QT and low wattage...
What brand is your 300 watt immersion heater? I’ve only seen really cheap looking things that I don’t have confidence in.
I quit eating too much bread. Occasionally, I toast my one allowed slice for peanut butter and my home made jam. I was happy when I found the one slice toaster at Walmart. I also have a small soup/rice maker, a hotcake maker, and a small skillet besides my coffee warmer, kettle. All of them run on less than 500 watts.I also have a small 500w heater and a 12v fan. I use them at home and when camping with my 1000 W inverter and simple battery set up. I do not like the idea of propane and other combustible fluids/gasses in my minivan, either.
Thank you for demonstrating these appliances!
Oh, I so needed to see this video. I have been preparing to move back to my land for about a year now. My rent has gone up from $500 to $750 within two years so it's a given! I retired two years ago and had been living my best life, but jacking the rent up was the end. Plans for a 30x30 garage to be built are underway. The guy doing the construction says It should be large enough for me to live in until my home (that had no roof for 8 years) can be rebuilt. I had been worrying about living in it with my car while trying to stay warm and cooking. Thank you, I subscribed and I'll be back.
Thank you 😊
Good luck!!!😊
LOVED this vid, love the way you get right to it! thank you
This was pretty cool! Neat low power options!
I like that pot that stays cool! I am going to check out more of your content.
Good luck to you!
Thank you 😊
Lynn (AvianMariner)
Thanks Im getting ready to do van life and wonder if I can do all Electric and you confirmed it.
As long as you have a big enough power station, solar panels, and a plan for recharging ...
I should have invested in a bigger power station! Mine is only 1000 watts with a 120 watt solar panel. I also do use a very basic butane stove outside in good weather 😊
All the best! -Lynn
Love this! Thank you for sharing. :)
Thank you for sharing this info !
Thank you. This was helpful
Very detailed video! Thanks for sharing
I love the reviews you just did; I am going to order one of the pots that i can use with my power source. Thank you for sharing.
At 600 watts for the pot, my 1000 watt power supply does a good job 😊 ( Though I do have to put a charge on it after prolonged use) When you're in a hurricane/blizzard area, electric appliances that you can use on the road and power supplies are necessary & awesome!
BTW, until last year, I had a Full size Chevy Silverado I used for road-trips & camping. It passed on after many miles together!
Thanks again for watching! 😊
Lynn
What a great video very helpful thank you
Very nice, thanks!
Really good information, Thanks ❤
Very helpful...thanks!
That was great info! Thank you!
Thanks! 😊
This is timely. I have been dismissive of giving up the Century 2 burner for all electric cooking. My bed isn't convertible so the kitchen comes outside for use. This is only a problem when I refuse to leave a place where the weather is going to be a challenge. If I can't cook with out dirt blowing in, I typically just don't cook. There's a 12 volt hot cup for tea. The heated lunchbox "ovens" haven't inspired me yet. That there are electric resistance heated toasters and frypans light enough to run off a 700 watt inverter and spare car battery never occurred to me. The option to actually cook on the table between the front seats is compelling.
I haven't personally had good experiences with "lunchbox ovens."
Thank you for these ideas!
You are very welcome! There are a few videos after that one as well 😊
Lynn
Good information, thanks
Pretty neat. Thanks for sharing
Thanks, this was very simple an understanding 😊
Thank you for watching! I am planning a third electrics video this week 😊 ( the second was: "Followup video for Electric Appliances...")
Lynn (AvianMariner)
Very helpful video! Thank you!
Thank you for watching!
Glad this showed up in my feed!! Very informative, thanks! I especially love a low watt toaster and that pot at the end!!
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you so much this was very helpful.
Love your avatar! 😊
Thanks for sharing the little toaster is cool
Nice job! Great alternatives 😊
Thank you! This was great.
This is a great idea video, love it!
Thank you! 😊 I try to include an item, or piece of gear with each video
Lynn ( AvianMariner)
Thank you for sharing
Thanks bunches for this!
Very informative
I appreciate these suggestions!
You're so welcome!
Thanks for the video ❤
I did a followup video (and a few recent camping videos) to show the usage of power on my portable power supply with most of the appliances as well!
Thanks for watching!
Lynn ( AvianMariner)
Very interesting, thank you. 👍
A good practical review
Excellent video with very good ideas!
Thanks.
Glad you liked it! 😊
Lynn (AvianMariner)
I just purchased one of the mini toasters you showed, for my RV. Don't need a larger size for just me, so it is perfect, and I like the pretty turquoise colour. Thank you for suggesting.
You are welcome! Thanks for watching 😊
Lynn (AvianMariner)
Great informaiton. Thanks.
Enjoyed your video, keep up the good work.
Thanks 😊
Very helpful video thank-you!!
You're so welcome!
Lynn (AvianMariner)
Great video and very helpful
🤩🤩 like it! might buy a few items. thanks!
Great video. Thank you
Good info for every to have! 👍👍
Thanks for the reviews. Always nice to have information to make informed purchases
Thanks for watching!
Lynn (AvianMariner)
Agree completely. 😊
I love the way you think, you know how to improvise
love your video, simple and good enough to understand. ❤
😊 thank you
Lynn ( AvianMariner)
Great video, got me pulling out my Dash to cook 4 sausages, after what seemed an eternity I finally pulled out my cast iron to finish the sausages and made a decent size pancake in a jiffy. Still trying to get the grease out of the Dash since you can’t sumerge in water and I’ve wasted countless paper towels trying to do so while the cast iron is already dry and put away Your video is great, I’m glad it works for you and many others, personally I’ll stick with stoves, have propane adapters, legally refillable 1 lb tanks, using my 10 lb tank to refill it costs about $1 a pound and is completely legal in a fire ban, I use a vestibule when windy that attaches to the vehicle and I’m good. Everyone is different and does what works for them, your video was very detailed and well done, I certainly appreciate the effort you put in it. Thanks.👍🏻👍🏻
Just curious...What dash item were you using? If I am in a snowstorm ( roads can get closed for hours) or in freezing rain, I don't open doors or windows of my mini-Van to cook ... needing to keep in heat (I travel to New England in winter)
Thanks for commenting! 😊
Lynn
@@avianmariner the little square one, can’t remember what kind of Dash it is.
There are some cooking appliances that I would like to use, ( a small Forman-type grill for example) but you are correct- those are hard to clean on the road and I want easy-cleaning tools. By the way, I also love cast iron and use it when cooking outside! 😊
Lynn
Variable wattage induction burner is also a great frameless option for cast iron and carbon steel skillets and stainless steel pots & kettles.
Great suggestions, easy, safe and practical...thank you
Thanks for watching! 😊
Lynn ( AvianMariner)
Nice job! Thank you 🙏
I just found your channel. Thanks for sharing !😊
You are so welcome!
Lynn (AvianMariner)
Great Job I bet a lot of Van lifer's don't know about this. It also help's those that have low wattage power banks. Thank You.
Thanks!!!
Simple and smart 👍
Thanks for watching!
Lynn (AvianMariner)
I appreciate it this so much thank you
Thank you !
Lynn ( AvianMariner)
Wow! One of the best videos I've seen! I love your choice of alternatives!
Thanks! I will add more in future videos! 😊
Lynn (AvianMariner)
Very helpful. Thanks.
Thanks for watching! There are a few videos after that one. One is a Followup that details what effect the appliances, ( except the griddle) had on my power supply- because I was using a solar panel for the original video and also one for an induction cooktop!
Lynn ( AvianMariner)
Love this. i especially love the hot pot. thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching! I am pretty impressed with the hot pot 😊
Lynn ( AvianMariner)
Very informative and helpful video.. Thanks for sharing and good luck and blessings to you as you travel.
Thank you 😊
Great video!
Thanks! 😊
That is awesome tips ..stay safe and have fun menories
Thanks! I put a few videos on appliances for travel up after that one , including a new one for 12 volt travel items!
Lynn
Thank you for sharing.
My pleasure!
Oh my goodness 😳 great finds!!!
Thank you! I try to add an item,( sometimes more ) to each of my videos!
Lynn (AvianMariner)
Thanks for sharing.
I put a few more videos for electric appliances after that one too!
Thank you for watching the channel 😊
Lynn (AvianMariner)
Thanks for the video, cool to see Seattle’s Best Coffee, we love that stuff:)
A short, to the point vid that’s nformative, practical, and well done! 😎👍🏼
Thanks! Love to see aviators looking at my channel! ( I used to fly in a Stearman )
Lynn ( AvianMariner )
Thanks for sharing the great products 😊
Thank you for watching! 😊
Lynn (AvianMariner)
Thanks for that information
Thank you for watching! Most of my videos have at least one item that's new! There is also a, "Followup" to this video which shows power draw on my portable power supply, (for most items) as I was using a solar backup to make this video!
Lynn (AvianMariner)
THANK YOU FOR THIS.
Thanks for watching! I put a few more videos on the channel as followups to this video 😊
Lynn (AvianMariner)
@@avianmariner I WILL MAKE SURE TO CHECK THEM OUT. :)
Thank you for the safe alternatives.
This video is great! I just subscribed.
Thank you!
Lynn
Thank you so much, Utah
Thank you for watching! 😊
Lynn (AvianMariner)
So glad I came across your video! I have been searching for things like this to use with my jackery. Saved this video for later.
Glad it was helpful! :)
Lynn (AvianMariner)
Thanks for the video learned something new
There are videos after that one to show power draw on my 1000 watt power supply- as well as a camping video where a " rice cooker" was used ( on regular electric)
Thanks for watching!
Lynn ( AvianMariner)
Thanks for sharing 😁👍
All great ideas I have not thought about for Camping. Thanks.
Glad it was helpful! Now you have things to add to your Holiday gift list, (or someone else's) :)
Thanks for the info, will check out the electric pot
Well, this clip is exactly what I'm looking for! New subscriber here. I like that you get right to the subjects. Perfect!! Thank you.❤
Thank you 😊
New subscriber here. Your videos are informative and a pleasure to watch……thank you for sharing your experience!
Thank you 😊
Lynn ( AvianMariner)