12 volt coffee maker??????
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12 volt coffee maker??????
Ok, we all have basically the same electrical system....
I need a good 12 volt coffee maker.
I bought the Vector 5 cup from Bass Pro Shops for $29.95 and it stinks.
It takes 30 long minutes to do 5 cups and it doesn't even keep it very warm. It has a plastic bottom carafe so it doesn't heat up from the bottom very well.
One thing it did heat up was the plug!!!!
Granted, this was with the engine off. It may take 2 minutes less with the engine running.
I also tried a belkin inverter with a 120 volt real coffee maker. I use the Belkin to charge my laptop so that's why I have it.
It didn't even START the 120 volt unit.
I got to have my coffee when I wake up when camping.
May just have to buy another camp stove and boil coffee.
Ideas guys?
Steve...
I need a good 12 volt coffee maker.
I bought the Vector 5 cup from Bass Pro Shops for $29.95 and it stinks.
It takes 30 long minutes to do 5 cups and it doesn't even keep it very warm. It has a plastic bottom carafe so it doesn't heat up from the bottom very well.
One thing it did heat up was the plug!!!!
Granted, this was with the engine off. It may take 2 minutes less with the engine running.
I also tried a belkin inverter with a 120 volt real coffee maker. I use the Belkin to charge my laptop so that's why I have it.
It didn't even START the 120 volt unit.
I got to have my coffee when I wake up when camping.
May just have to buy another camp stove and boil coffee.
Ideas guys?
Steve...
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I just bought a 800 watt power inverter and hard wired it. I have an outlet in the bed and one behind the center console. Most coffee pots for the home are about 650 watts. hope this helps. Im the same way about my coffee and its the reason I did that. I had the vector as well and your right it stinks.
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Camping = roughing it.Comeon now make it the old fashion way.
or just get a honda generator!he he he !
I agree I gota have mine too ,but thats why I have a motorhome with generator
Roughing it !!!!!!!!!
Rich
or just get a honda generator!he he he !
I agree I gota have mine too ,but thats why I have a motorhome with generator
Roughing it !!!!!!!!!
Rich
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Originally Posted by NiNjA DoC
I just bought a 800 watt power inverter and hard wired it. I have an outlet in the bed and one behind the center console. Most coffee pots for the home are about 650 watts. hope this helps. Im the same way about my coffee and its the reason I did that. I had the vector as well and your right it stinks.
Anyone have inverter suggestions?
Thanks all,
Steve...
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I just got one of those coleman inverters that was on sale at the local checker auto parts. 800w was like $70.00 than i just just bougjt an amp instal kit and hard wired it to the batterry. than i ran ext cords from the two outlets to the external outlets i placed in the bed and behind the console.
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Cool Mike, sounds good.
I wanted to run a 12 gauge wire inside from the engine compartment and couldn't find a hole big enough. How did you get that big wire in, floor pop-out plugs?
An amp install kit? What is that?
I wanted to run a 12 gauge wire inside from the engine compartment and couldn't find a hole big enough. How did you get that big wire in, floor pop-out plugs?
An amp install kit? What is that?
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its a heavy gauge wiring kit for installing a stereo amplifier.
There is a perfect hole for large guage wire ( i think i fit like 2 gauge with plenty of room) on the passenger side right below where the carpet ends. shine a light down there or up there from inside and you should see the rubber plug.
There is a perfect hole for large guage wire ( i think i fit like 2 gauge with plenty of room) on the passenger side right below where the carpet ends. shine a light down there or up there from inside and you should see the rubber plug.
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Steve-
I hope you're not thinking about 12ga. for that inverter.
800W/12V = 66.6A
12ga. is rated for about 35A with a temperature rise of 10deg. C. You'll want to run 4ga. to power that big of an inverter.
My electronics gear all runs off a 1/0ga. run!
I hope you're not thinking about 12ga. for that inverter.
800W/12V = 66.6A
12ga. is rated for about 35A with a temperature rise of 10deg. C. You'll want to run 4ga. to power that big of an inverter.
My electronics gear all runs off a 1/0ga. run!
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Originally Posted by tvsjr
Steve-
I hope you're not thinking about 12ga. for that inverter.
800W/12V = 66.6A
12ga. is rated for about 35A with a temperature rise of 10deg. C. You'll want to run 4ga. to power that big of an inverter.
My electronics gear all runs off a 1/0ga. run!
I hope you're not thinking about 12ga. for that inverter.
800W/12V = 66.6A
12ga. is rated for about 35A with a temperature rise of 10deg. C. You'll want to run 4ga. to power that big of an inverter.
My electronics gear all runs off a 1/0ga. run!
I'll run 1 or 2 gauge off the 800 watt puppy. I just needed to know what folks liked and where to get it.
I do appreciate you bringing it up though...
Everyone, thanks for your input, you've made my search for a coffee pot and the REAL inverter easier!
Steve...
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Real inverter? No problem.
http://www.xantrex.com/web/id/41/p/1/pt/3/product.asp
Don't ask what they cost!
Didn't mean to offend with the wire-size comment... but I've watched people who didn't understand the concept let the magic smoke out of things (one or two managed to let the magic smoke out of the entire vehicle - and if you know anything about magic smoke, it's dern hard to put back in!)
http://www.xantrex.com/web/id/41/p/1/pt/3/product.asp
Don't ask what they cost!
Didn't mean to offend with the wire-size comment... but I've watched people who didn't understand the concept let the magic smoke out of things (one or two managed to let the magic smoke out of the entire vehicle - and if you know anything about magic smoke, it's dern hard to put back in!)
smelled like fried circuits 
took a few days to clear the smell. It happened twice. two different amps 
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Black & Decker 1 cup coffee maker{kmart $15 } ,one cheap inverter = one good cup of coffee with a nice mug to boot
about 2 minutes to brew.
also no paper filters to deal with
.2 models to pick from, mine are about 2 yrs old with 2 cups aday brewed on them. You can also use your own mug. 
http://www.blackanddeckerappliances....N&CAT=beverage
Brews a fresh, hot cup of coffee into a thermal 15 oz. (450 ml) travel mug in minutes.
The insulated mug is tapered and has a contoured, easy-grip handle - fits most vehicle cup holders.
A brew-thru lid is also easy to drink through.
Includes a reusable, permanent filter - no need for paper disposables.
Also heats water for tea, hot chocolate or instant foods like soup, noodles, or oatmeal.
The travel mug fits all Black & Decker-brand Brew 'N Go™ coffeemakers.
Features a power "On" light with automatic shut-off for peace of mind.
Dimensions: 10.25"H x 6.75"W x 6.875"D
Weight: 2.40 lbs
Black & Decker 1 cup coffee maker{kmart $15 } ,one cheap inverter = one good cup of coffee with a nice mug to boot
about 2 minutes to brew.also no paper filters to deal with
.2 models to pick from, mine are about 2 yrs old with 2 cups aday brewed on them. You can also use your own mug. http://www.blackanddeckerappliances....N&CAT=beverage
Brews a fresh, hot cup of coffee into a thermal 15 oz. (450 ml) travel mug in minutes.
The insulated mug is tapered and has a contoured, easy-grip handle - fits most vehicle cup holders.
A brew-thru lid is also easy to drink through.
Includes a reusable, permanent filter - no need for paper disposables.
Also heats water for tea, hot chocolate or instant foods like soup, noodles, or oatmeal.
The travel mug fits all Black & Decker-brand Brew 'N Go™ coffeemakers.
Features a power "On" light with automatic shut-off for peace of mind.
Dimensions: 10.25"H x 6.75"W x 6.875"D
Weight: 2.40 lbs
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Originally Posted by tvsjr
Real inverter? No problem.
http://www.xantrex.com/web/id/41/p/1/pt/3/product.asp
Don't ask what they cost!
Didn't mean to offend with the wire-size comment... but I've watched people who didn't understand the concept let the magic smoke out of things (one or two managed to let the magic smoke out of the entire vehicle - and if you know anything about magic smoke, it's dern hard to put back in!)
http://www.xantrex.com/web/id/41/p/1/pt/3/product.asp
Don't ask what they cost!
Didn't mean to offend with the wire-size comment... but I've watched people who didn't understand the concept let the magic smoke out of things (one or two managed to let the magic smoke out of the entire vehicle - and if you know anything about magic smoke, it's dern hard to put back in!)
Now, I just need a way to mount the batts under the bed on the rail!!!!
Thanks again for all the input, I'll let'cha know how it works.
Steve...
Last edited by Steve_250; May 12, 2005 at 09:07 AM.