{"id":13,"date":"2019-04-09T03:58:28","date_gmt":"2019-04-09T03:58:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.cafeelectric.com\/blog\/?p=13"},"modified":"2023-12-20T10:03:28","modified_gmt":"2023-12-20T18:03:28","slug":"tesla-model-3-camping-setup-the-fridge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cafeelectric.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/09\/tesla-model-3-camping-setup-the-fridge\/","title":{"rendered":"Tesla Model 3 Camping Setup, the Fridge."},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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I’m a fan of freedom, and getting out in nature. Driving on electricity that can be generated via solar power is even better, not to mention cheaper than old school liquid fuels. The ability to cook food and sleep in my car is essential for my random unplanned vacations. This requires a few modifications.

Even before I picked up my Tesla Model 3, I was test-fitting a refrigerator. The ACOPOWER P15 fits amazingly well in the trunk. Some links used are affiliate links. By buying through the links I may receive a commission for the sale. This has no effect on the price for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ACOPOWER 4\u00b0F True Freezing, 12V\/24V DC and 110V AC Portable Compressor Fridge Freezer fit for car and Home (16 Quarts) https:\/\/amzn.to\/2ZNJmJS<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The uneven floor of the trunk gives it a little angle, but it’s easy to use spacers to make it level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Overall it’s pretty good for a low cost compressor fridge. Not as as silent or as even cooling as an Engle, but it’s 1\/3 the price and more importantly – it fits. I’ve used it for weeks at a time. It works well and doesn’t disturb my sleeping, and I’m pretty sensitive to fridge noise.
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Power comes from the 12V cigarette lighter outlet. The unit also includes an AC adaptor in case you are using it at home. Power draw is negligible compared to the idle power of keeping the Tesla awake. Which brings up an issue: The Tesla will go to sleep, and the fridge will stop cooling shortly after parking unless the car is either charging, or kept awake by “Dog Mode” or “Keep Climate On” both of which use noticeable battery energy for the HVAC overnight. Now that we have “Sentry Mode,” that may be a lower energy way to keep the car awake, and someday soon (in Elon time!) I also expect “Camp Mode” will keep the 12V outlet awake. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Taylor wireless indoor outdoor thermometer is ideal for monitoring the fridge temps. The smaller number on the display below is the “outdoor” or fridge temperature. Here is a link to the unit on Amazon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Taylor Precision Products Wireless Digital Indoor\/Outdoor Thermometer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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By the way, the fridge temp settings are a bit optimistic, but it will act as a freezer if set to a low enough setting. I like to put frozen foods in it while shopping so I don’t have to buy them last and rush home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please leave questions, comments or suggestions in the comments below. I’m always happy to edit the blog for clarity and completeness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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UPDATE, 9\/18\/20
I have since learned of similar but slightly larger fridge that also fits in the Sub-Trunk of the Model 3 though it may push up a bit on the trunk cover due to slightly taller height.
If I were to do it again, I would try out this F40C4TMP Portable Refrigerator.

My original ACOPOWER P15 Capacity: 15L 16 quarts; Dimensions: 22.4 x 12.6<\/em> x 10.2 inches
F40C4TMP Portable Refrigerator Capacity: 18L 20 Quarts; Dimensions: 22.4 x 12.6<\/em> x 11.2 Inches<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/amzn.to\/3cb0MVu<\/a> This is the F40C4TMP fridge with a carry bag included.
https:\/\/amzn.to\/3myXVdY<\/a> Here is the F40C4TMP for a bit less without the carry bag.
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Thanks to “The Tech of Tech” on youtube. He covers this model in the Model 3 in this video:
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