Less than a week to go :-)

[KezandPhil]

Hey All

Barring any last minute hiccups we pick up the van on Friday this week , pics will be posted here shortly after that.....

Some final pieces of discussion that we would like people’s views on if possible please, all views very welcomed .....

1. What’s best way to get a Reversing Camera. it’s a brand new t6.1 Highline ?

2. I need to use my laptop (Dell XPS) when not on hook up, what’s the best solution for this ?

3. Awning. We have been looking at the Vango Magra or Kela, any views on these or alternatives ? Also where’s the best place to view / buy these ?

4. Porta Loo - don’t seem to be able to get the Thetford 335 anywhere...We can get the 345 ? What’s the difference ?, any views and any other options.

Thanks again for any comments / views.

Kind Regards

Phil & Kerry

 

[Blitz]

1 not sure on the new head units
2 pure swine inverter to be safe on a lap top
3 search for awning threads, theres a big one on here
4 think the waste area is bigger on the 345.

Search for Dellmassive how to threads on all electrical stuff

 

[Ads_Essex]

2. I need to use my laptop (Dell XPS) when not on hook up, what’s the best solution for this ?

@Loz made a recommendation on a similar post some time ago, where he mentioned that you could buy a laptop cigarette-charger..
most don’t charge at 230v - which is why they have that block of a power adaptor within the charging cable - so the inverter would be inefficient.
Unless you’re going to be running other 230v items. In which case @Blitz is correct, albeit he probably meant a ‘sine wave’ and not a pork-based inverter.

Oh and welcome to the forum

 

[Ads_Essex]

@Loz made a recommendation on a similar post some time ago, where he mentioned that you could buy a laptop cigarette-charger..
most don’t charge at 230v - which is why they have that block of a power adaptor within the charging cable - so the inverter would be inefficient.
Unless you’re going to be running other 230v items. In which case @Blitz is correct, albeit he probably meant a ‘sine wave’ and not a pork-based inverter.

Oh and welcome to the forum

Here it is:

Charging Laptops

Morning all, Just wondering peoples suggestions / opinions / experience on charging a laptop (MacBook) through inverter via the leisure battery (while moving). Happy New Year to all cheers, Nigel

www.t6forum.com

 

[Blitz]

@Loz made a recommendation on a similar post some time ago, where he mentioned that you could buy a laptop cigarette-charger..
most don’t charge at 230v - which is why they have that block of a power adaptor within the charging cable - so the inverter would be inefficient.
Unless you’re going to be running other 230v items. In which case @Blitz is correct, albeit he probably meant a ‘sine wave’ and not a pork-based inverter.

Oh and welcome to the forum

Yep thought I'd got that wrong, but couldn't be arsed to check
The 12v socket is a great thing, didnt know about those.

 

[Lord Mfwic]

I have 240v via a pig waving inverter but I use a 12v charger for my lap top as it's much more efficient.

 

[KezandPhil]

Thanks both, the links on the charging thread are broken sadly. Are they pointing to this ?

BESTEK 200W Power Inverter Dc 12V to Ac 230V 240V Car Voltage Converter Transformer with 3-Pin Sockets & 4-USB Ports https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B077T4QKX1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_AiqoFbVSNFME3

 

[KezandPhil]

I have 240v via a pig waving inverter but I use a 12v charger for my lap top as it's much more efficient.

Thanks. Do you have a link to what you have ?
Is it this sort of thing ?
BESTEK 300W Pure Sine Wave Power Inverter DC 12V to AC 230V 240V with 4.8A Dual Smart USB Ports Car Adapter https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B076P9PGX3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_kmqoFb05WN14W

 

[Spaghetti]

I’ve got a Kela. Pleased with it. I actually used the bedroom in it this time which was enough for a double mattress. The kids loved the adventure of sleeping under canvas.

 

[Jayjmac]

We also have the Kela brought it new off of someone on a selling page for half the price. Added the rail as well just in case welcome to the forum.

 

[KezandPhil]

Looks great ! Thanks.

Do you have details of where you brought it ?

 

[Jayjmac]

Look here:

Show Us Your Awning Setup.

A thread that could be a good reference for the summer as the season kicks off. With a range of awning/sunshade options ut there, I'm thinking a thread that contains photos of your setup and a brief review may help others when they are in the market for something. Anything goes from F45s...

www.t6forum.com

find the one you like and check out the usual suspects.. eBay, gumtree Facebook selling pages etc..

 

[Lord Mfwic]

I have the Vango Cruz, which is slightly bigger. You can never have too much space.

 

[Lord Mfwic]

Thanks. Do you have a link to what you have ?
Is it this sort of thing ?
BESTEK 300W Pure Sine Wave Power Inverter DC 12V to AC 230V 240V with 4.8A Dual Smart USB Ports Car Adapter https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B076P9PGX3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_kmqoFb05WN14W

Its very similar to this compatible+laptop+power+dc+adapter+car+charger+1891725

But mine has 2 x usb charge points as well and I don't think I paid that much. I use mine at least 2-3 times a week and had it a few years so would certainly recommend it.