This, is a delicate matter...

and I've been holding it, for as long as I can, but it's time to talk...

TOILETS

On my first dry run up the California coast, I mentioned I got stuck in a freak snow storm and had to spend 3 days hunkered down with Kitt.  What I didn't mention, was the "RV Park" that the storm blew me into was in the process of clearing out their long-term rentals, did not accept over-nighters (it's a long story how I ended up staying there) and had no working bathrooms.  It was time to improvise and I quickly "engineered" this beta unit.  The original model came equipped with a non-tight fitting lid and believe me when I say "took skill to use".   

Since that time, the production model has come out and I have upgraded to the "Turbo Toilet", a portable, collapsible commode, that I purchased at a Costco road show for $30. You can also acquire them on line from Black Pine Sports www.blackpinesports.com.

The Turbo Toilet comes nicely packaged in it's own zippered case and includes 12 decomposable bags and 12 deodorizing packets. 

This unit is the bomb, and when you gotta go, you gotta go.  A quick unzip, a hasty flick and both of you are ready.  

When I was walking down the isle at Costco, I saw this 190 lb "gorilla poser" jumping up and down on the toilet.  That alone was worth the 30 bucks, but then I learned of the easy to use locking mechanism, convincing me there would be no unexpected collapses.  Sold.  Upgrade beta unit.

All Done.

In addition to the set of adapters I posted earlier, I also carry this set of connectors.  Since the NEMA 14-50 is critical to my adapters, I have an extra, just in case.

In addition to two Tesla charging cables, I carry a 30 foot extension cable.  Although I use the extension cable infrequently, there have been times when access is limited and the extension cable gets me plugged in.  Why two Tesla cables you may ask?  A bear chomped down on my first one, pulling it clear out of a NEMA 14-50 socket.  Although the cable still functions, some damage occurred so I keep it as a spare.

Last but not least, I carry a 40 foot 125V extension cord and plug extenders.  Both of these REALLY come in handy when I sleep over at RV parks.  During a dry run up the coast of California, I was caught in a freak snow storm on Hwy 299.  It took 3 days before the roads were cleared, but I was able to wait it out at a RV park along the way.  I stayed warm, thanks to a small electric heater I brought.  I snaked the extension cord out the window, connected it to the Park's electrical panel and set the heater so I was toasty warm.  No need to use the car's heater or worry about it "timing out".

                                                                                     

Last morning in Vegas.  Although I love the City of Sin, 3 to 4 days worth of repenting is just about my limit.  I'll be changing venues, and heading out this morning to beautiful scenic southern Utah. I'm looking forward to charging at the newly opened Supercharger in St. George, Utah.  A long drive for sure, but no problem so long as I have my tea with me!

I'm a big tea drinker and I always have the 12V 702 Car Kettle by Go Travel with me in the car.  I purchased it from www.atgstores.com for $30 w/free shipping.  I have tried the immersion type heaters, both the 12V and the 110V with a separate inverter, and although they are very cheap, $2-$4, and initially work fine, they last only a few weeks.  After the 3rd one failed, I switched to the Car Kettle and I've been using it, trouble free, for about 2 months now.


The Kettle can be configured for either 12V or 24V.  Position the switch on the bottom of the kettle to 12V and plug directly into the 12V connector on the Tesla console.  The kettle comes with two cups that can be neatly stored within the kettle and a wrap around cord that secures with an attached rubber tab.  One or two cup fill indicators are marked on the clear oval window, and an orange LED light indicates it's heating. 


Pictured to the right are both types of immersion heaters that failed on me within a few weeks.  The 12V unit on top had wiring that was under rated for the current load and would get so hot, I couldn't touch the wire.  A fire hazard for sure.  The bottom, 110V unit which I used with an inverter had no wiring issues, but stopped working after a few weeks.

This set of homemade electrical adapters has provided, not only plug-in convenience, but has served as an "electrical life line" in obscure locations which have few charging options.  To other Tesla owners, I am not recommending, nor discouraging use of such homemade adapters.  The intention of this post is to document what works for me and what I consider to be a valuable asset.