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Electric cooler for camping...Dometic?

Discussion in 'Off-Topic Discussion' started by Tundra234, Jun 16, 2022.

  1. Jul 13, 2022 at 11:27 AM
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    Found a Iceco JP42 on Amazon deals. It is $441. Is that a good deal?



    Or this one would be $598 after coupon

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    That is a pretty decent deal. I doubt you could save much more if you waited for black friday or something, but by then prices will likely go up again like everything else so I would pull the trigger now. Plus Amazon is good with returns and you get additional savings if you use their credit card. If you are a heavy amazon user like me, it makes alot of sense to get the credit card.
     
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  3. Jul 13, 2022 at 11:34 AM
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    I just edited the post for a VL45 as well. I do have an Amazon credit card. How would I save more with using it?
     
  4. Jul 13, 2022 at 11:35 AM
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    I have been using a Bodega 59 Quart off of Amazon. I've had it for 6 months now and it works great. It's dual zone, so I can run a fridge AND freezer. ARB, Smittybilt, and Dometic make great fridge/freezers as well, but the premium price is why I went with this no name brand. I read the reviews, and when compared to reviews from the big names, I pulled the trigger and went this route. Couldn't be happier.

    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08KCXV5Y...efined&crid=1OWFDN7DZTYEM&sprefix=bodega&th=1
     
  5. Jul 13, 2022 at 11:41 AM
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    The VL45 you linked is not a good deal. I bought mine not more than 4 months ago for just under 500 including tax. I would definitely wait on that one.

    If you pay for Amazon purchases with the amazon card it gives you 5% off in addition to any other deal or sale. Only thing is it gets paid in rewards, which is fine by me because like I said, I use amazon alot since i hate going to the store, except costco.
     
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  6. Jul 13, 2022 at 11:53 AM
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    Copy that. I still think the JP42 might be big enough for milk, juice, some meat, etc when camping. it would be used in conjunction with the camper fridge once its at temp.
     
  7. Jul 13, 2022 at 11:59 AM
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    Too many, but not enough....
    For the cost difference between the 2, the extra 3 liters of space with the VL45 wont be noticeable. I also use a traditional cooler in conjuction for things like cans, juices an non sensitive stuff.

    Edit: VL45 has a 20% off coupon on Amazon now, combined with your card for prime day thats 26% off, I would get that.

    https://www.amazon.com/ICECO-Portab...=1657738716&sprefix=vl45+iceco,aps,126&sr=8-3
     
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  8. Jul 13, 2022 at 12:00 PM
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    This one would be 478 shipped after coupon....

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    Thats the one i have, get it. Great deal. I just linked that in my post above lol
     
  10. Jul 13, 2022 at 12:03 PM
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    Sounds like a plan. I dont like my food floating in melted ice lol.
     
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    You dont like waterlogged meat and a meatlogged cooler?
     
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    Making me gag right now just thinking of that. Worse yet is beer floating in that same water…
     
  13. Jul 13, 2022 at 12:09 PM
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    Nope lol.
     
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    Got it....total of $471.

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    The exterior temp reading is 4 to 5 degrees lower than actual from my experience. I usually set to 28 degrees for refrigeration.
     
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    I might order one of the internal temp sensors. I saw some video reviews where they used them.
     
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    Yeah it would be worth it, they arent too expensive. Luckily I have access to a several hundred dollar Fluke thermometer from my work that I used.
     
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    This one is $24 and has 2 sensors. I can use 1 in the cooler and the other for the Travel trailer fridge.

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    Good info here.
    I'm considering a Dometic CFX3-25 (the smallest one) to supplement my regular ice cooler.
    I'd like to be able to keep perishable items that I like to grill from the ice water float deal as well.
    It's usually just Me, and sometimes one other person, so the small size appeals to my program.
    Also, at 28 lbs. I shouldn't be as reluctant to use it versus the larger / heavier models.
    Does anyone know if Dometic cooler fridges ever go on sale?
     
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    I just bought an Iceco.....more budget friendly and uses the same compressor.
     
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    For the car campers, is the electric cooler a “must have” or just a luxury item? Are you using an external battery apart from your R1? If not, are you using 12V or 120V Rivian supply? My outings are typically 2-3 nights at a time. I’m rarely space limited because it’s just me. My coolers usually contain fresh meat and produce for cooking…and maybe a few cold beverages (I’m more of a bourbon guy). I’m trying to determine if the benefit justifies the cost ($1K+). Recomended brand / models? Camp with it in your truck bed or backseat? thanks for input!
     
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    In my opinion, they are a 'nice' luxury item . . . meaning they do have redeeming qualities over traditional coolers . . . even the boutique coolers.
    If you have the budget to not only purchase the fridge, but the APPROPRIATE power source, they are great.
    I think for me the ideal setup would be a traditional cooler dedicated for standard beverages, water, & items that can be submerged in ice. Then have a fridge for items that I don't need to access all the time, and that I don't want wet and or soggy. I.E. food.

    A dedicated battery with sufficient capacity for the fridge is a must.

    Relying strictly on solar, or hoping not to drain your vehicles battery is a no-go for me.
    And unless it's a small 1000 watt generator, lugging around a bigger generator starts to turn the whole camping experience into a 'production'.

    I like to have my conveniences to a point . . . but once they start to take away from the time I'm spending outdoors . . . I'm out.

    I have a friend who goes on trips with me, but takes his own rig. He spends more time setting stuff up & taking it all down, it's almost makes ME tired watching him.

    But to each is own.
     
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  23. Jun 27, 2023 at 2:21 PM
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    We don't car camp....... we typically have an RV or tent camp. In either case, we almost always rent a site that has electricity. We will plug in to charge our phones and have some electric appliances, etc. Much easier with an RV since you have plugs in the camper.

    But even with tent camping we have traveled with an igloo electric cooler. It can run off the 12v outlet when underway and can plug it in at the campground with the plug attachment. As long as you keep it in the shade it stays relatively cold......we have this one:

    https://www.igloocoolers.com/products/iceless-40-qt-cooler
     
  24. Jun 27, 2023 at 3:20 PM
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    I only have quality ice coolers for 1-7 day excursions.
     
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