Has anyone found a decent cooler style fridge (not the tiny little rear console one - way too small). Soon after we (hope) to get our MYLR, we will leave AZ for ME for the summer and want to have a fridge option that can run DC with a low draw in the car but also go AC in a hotel/bnb at night. Kind of like this one on Amazon, but until I have my MYLR, don't dare to order without measuring the rear seat area floor dimensions. I am tall and would likely have driver's seat all the way back. Any real life experience with one appreciated... what you do and don't like about it. Thanks.
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Travel cooler/fridge
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BitJam
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With the front seat all the way back there's only about 8" left between the back of the front seat and the front of the back seats. OTOH with the seat all the way back there is 43" from the brake pedal to the "vertical" part of the seat.
While much roomier than the Model 3, making optimal use of space in a Y takes some trial and error. If you have the time you might want to take a few day trips where you fit it out as if you plan to go cross country. This may be more important if you plan to sleep in the car.
I realize you want an electric cooler, and for good reason. I went with the passive Igloo Reactor 30 Can Cooler that was recommended here:
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Bryan Hauer from YouTube uses the ICECO GO20 Dual Zone Portable Refrigerator which is similar to the one you linked to. He combines it with a Jackery 1500 to leave it on overnight in the car when he camps. He keeps it on top of the folded down rear seat so it's accessible from the rear door.
While much roomier than the Model 3, making optimal use of space in a Y takes some trial and error. If you have the time you might want to take a few day trips where you fit it out as if you plan to go cross country. This may be more important if you plan to sleep in the car.
I realize you want an electric cooler, and for good reason. I went with the passive Igloo Reactor 30 Can Cooler that was recommended here:
found a cooler that fits in the frunk
$25 on amazon if anyone is interested. I bought it to bring cold groceries home. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002BMEFHE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 it tips over where the frunk dips down though so i needed to put something as a spacer.
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Bryan Hauer from YouTube uses the ICECO GO20 Dual Zone Portable Refrigerator which is similar to the one you linked to. He combines it with a Jackery 1500 to leave it on overnight in the car when he camps. He keeps it on top of the folded down rear seat so it's accessible from the rear door.
mspohr
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I bought this one a few years ago. Have used it on long trips. It works well and has plenty of room for our needs. It uses about 45W when running.
I pair it with a Bluetti EB3A battery which runs it for extended periods when the car is off. I keep the EB3A charged from the car.
Comes with an AC adapter to run it in hotel rooms, etc.
I pair it with a Bluetti EB3A battery which runs it for extended periods when the car is off. I keep the EB3A charged from the car.
Comes with an AC adapter to run it in hotel rooms, etc.
I wonder how the hot air is moved from the sub trunk. Does it noticeably heat up the sub-trunk?
Summer approaching and I also plan to take my family on a road trip. I wanted something reliable and didn't emits tons of heat from the rear. My friend recommended dobinson 40 liter fridge. He had it for 5 years on his jeep wk2 with no issues. I ordered it on Amazon.
Should be here early next week. I'll post more details when it arrives. I plan to put this in the middle row between the two seats. Anyone know how to run the power line to middle seat. I have 2022 model x.
Should be here early next week. I'll post more details when it arrives. I plan to put this in the middle row between the two seats. Anyone know how to run the power line to middle seat. I have 2022 model x.
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mspohr
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The problem with ice is that it melts and makes everything soggy. The water needs to be dumped and new ice every few days.
A fridge just keeps things cold continuously.
My fridge is powered by a small (10 pound) portable battery pack ("solar generator") so is very portable. I keep it charged from the car or hotel room. It will easily power the fridge overnight.
yes,... it's not fancy. but low cost, less weight, and doesn't take our precious power.....
mspohr
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My fridge only uses about 50W when running. Duty cycle depends on ambient temp. My 260 Wh battery pack can run it for days and the Tesla battery can run it forever.
I just ordered the Phantom 30L portable electric cooler at Costco for $189 and it fits like it was made for the MYLR 2023 5 seat sub trunk. It has both a 12v plug for the trunk that pulls 45 w per hour (1kW) max per day. You can also use AC at a hotel/Airbnb w/ a second cord they provide. I’ll be using the AC cord to precool it before road-trips / sports tournaments for the kids / camping.
Compared to the Yeti Tundra 45 recommended on other threads, this has the same 32L capacity and 23 pound weight, but is less than half the price of the $400 non-electric Yeti.
The lid will also close completely flat with clearance for air circulation. I think on hot days we may crack the lid just to prevent overheating.
It’s pretty quiet so we won’t be able to hear it over the road noise.
I haven’t taken this on a long road trip, but as far as fit, design, function, and price I have yet to find a better electric cooler solution.
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It came in this week. It was shipped from Florida and am in the west coast. I'll have time tonight to put together an open box for you guys to see.
Thanks for the recommendation. I've been waffling on whether I really "need" something like this but during my waffling it seems to have gone out of stock.
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Model Y Trunk Hidden Car Refrigerator Rear Fridge 15L Large Capacity Camping Traveling
Compatible Model: Suitable for Model Y 2019-2024, not suitable for 7 Seats Model Y Note: Australia /New Zealand/ Asia countries will be shipped by sea and will take about 25-30 days. Temperature Display: Celsius and Fahrenheit Warm Reminder: If you want your refrigerator to stay powered on after...
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Anyone look into something like this? I'm thinking of ordering it to try it out. Would work perfectly for trips where we need to keep our daughter's formula and milk cool/cold
Midnightsun
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There are much cheaper units out there that can also be turned down cold enough to use as a freezer for far less although they are not built in then again it makes it more convenient since it can be used almost any where.
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There was a youtube video posted on here (link below), but I think the unit was supplied by the vendor to the person who posted the video.
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YT Vid: Tesla Model Y Hidden Trunk Refrigerator
Had this product sent out to me and a lot of products are so, so. They add some individuality to the Model Y, but this one by far has been awesome. Its not a "need", for sure, but pretty cool to have! Thought I'd share the community.
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