Microwave for off road, camping

***Corey*** · 11-03-2007, 03:55 PM

We have a discussion going on about using either ice chests or ARB/Engle type of fridges going on at another forum.

Someone brought up this microwave that works with a rig off of 12v.

http://thewavebox.com/

Have they gone to far, or is this something that you might actually use if you are out camping with your rig and tents.
I am not talking about RV camping, as most RVs these days come with a microwave.

I am talking about if you are with a group of people either off roading for a weekend, or if you are out exploring with your rigs for even up to a week or more at a time.

Is this something that you would consider for ease of cooking a meal one or more nights without firing up the white gas or propane stove?

YouTube Video

bob200587 · 11-03-2007, 04:06 PM

Just like I thought, it would be really weak through the lighter plug. I could see that being useful....it seems like it might be a little much though.

***Corey*** · 11-03-2007, 04:32 PM

I am thinking the same thing.
4+ minutes to warm up a slice of pizza at 12V.
Plus leftover pizza always tastes better cold

I have a nice oven that I bought years ago around '92 that will fit on top of any type of camping stove.
http://www.yotatech.com/~corey/gear/gear.htm

They still make that oven too.

superjoe83 · 11-03-2007, 04:34 PM

how much?

fla-yota-4x4 · 11-03-2007, 05:15 PM

i would use it,

going wheeling and haveing a microwave borrito. it completes my day

***Corey*** · 11-03-2007, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by fla-yota-4x4

i would use it,

going wheeling and haveing a microwave borrito. it completes my day

At least you will not run out of gas on that trip

bob200587 · 11-03-2007, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Corey

Plus leftover pizza always tastes better cold

A universal truth right there.....good stuff.

86tuning · 11-03-2007, 11:26 PM

This is what I use to heat up food. Works good for me. For a microwave burrito, try a frypan with lid, on low heat.

Cheaper, lighter, more compact, and more versatile.

I made it a clicky link too.

stormin94 · 11-04-2007, 12:49 AM

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Originally Posted by fla-yota-4x4

going wheeling and haveing a microwave borrito. it completes my day

If you're gonna microwave a burrito, you might wanna get one of these as well.....

ozziesironmanoffroad · 11-04-2007, 12:59 AM

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Originally Posted by stormin94

If you're gonna microwave a burrito, you might wanna get one of these as well.....

thats AWESOME, do those actually exist? i wont have to swim out to an island on a lake to take care of business

stormin94 · 11-04-2007, 01:01 AM

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Originally Posted by ozziesironmanoffroad

thats AWESOME, do those actually exist? i wont have to swim out to an island on a lake to take care of business

Yup, they're real. It's called the Bumper Dumper. Here's a link:

http://www.bumperdumper.com/

ozziesironmanoffroad · 11-04-2007, 01:24 AM

haha thats awesome

Anubiscougar · 11-28-2007, 10:09 PM

i'm in love... twice over. a portable microwave & then a crapper!! ohhhh.. that's heaven, haha.

nick_8787 · 12-08-2007, 04:00 AM

Bumper Dumper was also used on Top Gear's recent winter special where they were the first people ever to drive to the North Pole. They of course took toyotas. They used a diesel hilux that looked similar to a supercab tacoma, only it had a diesel. It's gotta be the coolest looking toyota I've seen and probably the most expensive, check out clips on youtube. It was a nice to see a little offroading, or extreme arctic exploration, episode on a show that mostly deals in fast track cars and supercars. Funny show highly recommended.

Vermejo · 12-08-2007, 06:44 AM

Go to Walmat and buy a cheap microwave. Then go to the dealer and buy a Tacoma with the 115 volt outlet. That's what I was planning on doing when the need comes.

stormin94 · 12-10-2007, 12:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Vermejo

Go to Walmat and buy a cheap microwave. Then go to the dealer and buy a Tacoma with the 115 volt outlet. That's what I was planning on doing when the need comes.

Sorry, that won't work because the outlet is only rated at 300 watts, I believe. most Microwaves (even the small ones) are around 1000 watts.

dlbrunner · 12-11-2007, 02:31 PM

1000 watt inverters are available.

My buddy has a 1000W inverter in his FJ40 and we hooked it up to a Wok to deep fry some homemade egg rolls.

We caught some crap in camp while setting the thing up, but when fresh deep fried egg rolls started to materialize, the badgering turned to begging.

A small micro might be cool for car camping, or in one of those chaser trailers.

Tacoclimber · 12-11-2007, 02:35 PM

I dunno... I think it's a little much. Of course, then again, Duncan, fresh egg rolls would be mighty tempting while out on a climbing/camping trip.

Vermejo · 12-11-2007, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by stormin94

Sorry, that won't work because the outlet is only rated at 300 watts, I believe. most Microwaves (even the small ones) are around 1000 watts.

The Tacoma outlet is rated 115v/400w. Most microwaves pump around 6-7 hundred watts. Bigger or smaller models; give or take. I was kinda just kidding around... IMO just buy a Coleman, a cheap teflon pan and forget about it. Buy the Tacoma too.

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*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 23,771	I am thinking the same thing. 4+ minutes to warm up a slice of pizza at 12V. Plus leftover pizza always tastes better cold I have a nice oven that I bought years ago around '92 that will fit on top of any type of camping stove. http://www.yotatech.com/~corey/gear/gear.htm They still make that oven too. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser ARB bumper, Warn XD9000, OME lift, roof top tent, so much more, see my website & buildup thread PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge

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Anubiscougar Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 97	i'm in love... twice over. a portable microwave & then a crapper!! ohhhh.. that's heaven, haha.

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nick_8787 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: WA. The Blue Mountains are my playground. Posts: 230	Bumper Dumper was also used on Top Gear's recent winter special where they were the first people ever to drive to the North Pole. They of course took toyotas. They used a diesel hilux that looked similar to a supercab tacoma, only it had a diesel. It's gotta be the coolest looking toyota I've seen and probably the most expensive, check out clips on youtube. It was a nice to see a little offroading, or extreme arctic exploration, episode on a show that mostly deals in fast track cars and supercars. Funny show highly recommended. __________________ 95 Limited 4runner, OME springs and shocks, SDORI Ball Joint Spacers, 33"x10.5" Bfg Mud Terrains, Sony Xplod deck, 2 12" Premier Pioneer Subs powered by Power Acoustik's Plasma Sphere 1440W amp.

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dlbrunner Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: phoenix Posts: 1,118	1000 watt inverters are available. My buddy has a 1000W inverter in his FJ40 and we hooked it up to a Wok to deep fry some homemade egg rolls. We caught some crap in camp while setting the thing up, but when fresh deep fried egg rolls started to materialize, the badgering turned to begging. A small micro might be cool for car camping, or in one of those chaser trailers. __________________ Duncan -------------------------------------------------- Current: 95 4X4 SR5 V6, Yakima tracks/rack installed. Aisin hubs. Sonoran Steel IFS Truss. Cobra CB(finally!) Desired: 66 FJ45 shorty EX's: 89 4X4 V6 Downey'd 72 FJ40 W 350/SM465 powertrax, "Billy"

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Tacoclimber Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Between a rock and a hard place, AZ Posts: 3,495	I dunno... I think it's a little much. Of course, then again, Duncan, fresh egg rolls would be mighty tempting while out on a climbing/camping trip. __________________ CJ ...<>< 03 DC TRD Tacoma 4wd with a bunch of junk. Just wheel the stupid thing!!! But do it responsibly, ok?