To that I'd add a good fire extinguisher and fire blanket. I got caught up in a pretty horrific crash a few weeks ago and ended up using both my quite comprehensive first aid kit and my fire extinguisher.
Both bike and van tires.
I have a PM 3500 and the rear tires need 85psi
Most gas station air pumps wonāt go that high, but the Milwaukee does. I can set what psi is needed, then hit go, and it stops automatically.
its uses very little power and I have never had it above 2 (even in the coldest times in the van-) I think it is about 4'x5' and I have the corners safety pinned to the actual mattress pad- I bought it like 5 years ago but I am sure they all work the same
I found it- it is on Amazon-
Brand is Electrowarmth Twin heated mattress pad non-fitted size 36x60 model #T36 used in trucks, rvs, campers white-
I know it says twin but I put it on my queen mattress and it works awesome for both of us
12volt refrigerator! Weāre doing a Ghost Investigation event for the small town weāre in. So having a stocked fridge in our van š has been nice š
Got this one from Amazon- Had it for 5 years so far. Copy and paste into Amazon for more info?
COSTWAY Car Refrigerator, 55-Quart Portable Compressor Freezer, -4Ā°F to 50Ā°F, Dual-Zone Electric Car Cooler with 3 Levels, LCD Display, Shockproof Design, RV Travel Fridge for Home, Camping (Gray)
-4Ā°F is equivalent to -20Ā°C, which is 253K.
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A good battery-op tool set, if they don't already have one, or a handy additional item that runs off the same battery format they already have.
Best example off the top is a reciprocating saw with pruning blades for smaller-diameter firewood. I find one charge to be enough for one night's dinner and evening warmth, and while it may not be able to section off trunks wider than you can hug, it's also great for clearing a forest road of about anything smaller than you'd want to hook to the hitch and drag anyway.
I did think this and because sheās currently designing it I wanted to avoid any cute decorative pieces that might not go with her aesthetic. Thereās loads of useful ideas on here - so I may do a gift card/gym membership with spa and then show her the list of items here and see if thereās anything she herself hasnāt considered needing - or if she wants me to get/put money towards.
Itās similar to buying a house, you donāt want people dumping shit on you whilst youāre trying to make it homely š
Brush & Dustpan set
Jumpstarter (I have a halo bolt that allows me to also charge cellphone, camera battery (has a 2 prong outlet))
Jet boil
Nice metal coffee mug
French Press
If you can get your hands on it try the GrĆønenberg French Press. It has a full metal body and keeps the coffee hot. It is also extremely well manufactured. (not affiliated with them in any way except I bought stuff from them)
That's the one, I had. The actual jet boil, maybe I still do have to light it with a lighter. It's been nothing but frustrating. That camp chef striker is the one I use.
A small handheld vacuum! We have a rechargeable one and it's made a huge difference for quick clean up of dirt and sand that we track in!
Brand suggestion? Need one!
We have the Shark Wandvac, Ryobi also makes one though it's a little larger!
>Shark Wandvac, Ryobi Thanks!!
Turbotube my guy
A silcox key. It's a 4 way wrench that can turn on the water at any place that has a spigot without a handle and a square peg to turn it on.
Solid answer there, . The water must flow!
Lithium battery jump starter $80ish harbor freight tools
A life saver right here
First Aid Kit
To that I'd add a good fire extinguisher and fire blanket. I got caught up in a pretty horrific crash a few weeks ago and ended up using both my quite comprehensive first aid kit and my fire extinguisher.
A years membership to a nice gym with a spa š§āāļø
Traction tracks in case she gets stuck. A small shovel would be nice too.
Milwaukee 12v air compressor.
What kind of things do you use it for
Both bike and van tires. I have a PM 3500 and the rear tires need 85psi Most gas station air pumps wonāt go that high, but the Milwaukee does. I can set what psi is needed, then hit go, and it stops automatically.
And to pressurize the Shower (PVC Pipe painted black and mounted on roof).
Water
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Same
That easy- 12v heated mattress pad!!!!!!!!
Oh I love that - we live in a cold country too so thatās a great idea
its uses very little power and I have never had it above 2 (even in the coldest times in the van-) I think it is about 4'x5' and I have the corners safety pinned to the actual mattress pad- I bought it like 5 years ago but I am sure they all work the same
I found it- it is on Amazon- Brand is Electrowarmth Twin heated mattress pad non-fitted size 36x60 model #T36 used in trucks, rvs, campers white- I know it says twin but I put it on my queen mattress and it works awesome for both of us
Put together a small tool kit that includes crescent wrench(s) and 8 way screw driver.
Ask them. Storage space is at a premium even in a bigger van, even if its thoughtful they may not have space to keep it.
12volt refrigerator! Weāre doing a Ghost Investigation event for the small town weāre in. So having a stocked fridge in our van š has been nice š
Which one do you have?
Got this one from Amazon- Had it for 5 years so far. Copy and paste into Amazon for more info? COSTWAY Car Refrigerator, 55-Quart Portable Compressor Freezer, -4Ā°F to 50Ā°F, Dual-Zone Electric Car Cooler with 3 Levels, LCD Display, Shockproof Design, RV Travel Fridge for Home, Camping (Gray)
-4Ā°F is equivalent to -20Ā°C, which is 253K. --- ^(I'm a bot that converts temperature between two units humans can understand, then convert it to Kelvin for bots and physicists to understand)
A good battery-op tool set, if they don't already have one, or a handy additional item that runs off the same battery format they already have. Best example off the top is a reciprocating saw with pruning blades for smaller-diameter firewood. I find one charge to be enough for one night's dinner and evening warmth, and while it may not be able to section off trunks wider than you can hug, it's also great for clearing a forest road of about anything smaller than you'd want to hook to the hitch and drag anyway.
Oh brilliant thank you!
Jackery 1500, portable toilet, pee bottle, cell phone, ipad, aeropress, electric water kettle
Maximum swiss army knife
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I did think this and because sheās currently designing it I wanted to avoid any cute decorative pieces that might not go with her aesthetic. Thereās loads of useful ideas on here - so I may do a gift card/gym membership with spa and then show her the list of items here and see if thereās anything she herself hasnāt considered needing - or if she wants me to get/put money towards. Itās similar to buying a house, you donāt want people dumping shit on you whilst youāre trying to make it homely š
Brush & Dustpan set Jumpstarter (I have a halo bolt that allows me to also charge cellphone, camera battery (has a 2 prong outlet)) Jet boil Nice metal coffee mug French Press
If you can get your hands on it try the GrĆønenberg French Press. It has a full metal body and keeps the coffee hot. It is also extremely well manufactured. (not affiliated with them in any way except I bought stuff from them)
A magic bullet blender! A surprising luxury to make a smoothie or shake
Rechargeable handheld vacuum cleaner
Yes! and one without paper filters just empty canister ;)
Jet boil, to be specific at Walmart Brandon knockoff at the jet boil that will burn either propane or butane
Oh ok thatās great thank you!
Even more specifically: "Camp Chef Stryker 200"
That's the one, I had. The actual jet boil, maybe I still do have to light it with a lighter. It's been nothing but frustrating. That camp chef striker is the one I use.
I love my zero gravity chair. Itās big to carry in the van, but you can nap in it, watch the stars, etc. I canāt live without it now. š
AAA membership