Cardwelling tips requested

[citytravelfotos]

I'm curious as to people here sharing their layout ideas and what they have and do for cardwelling since being space efficient is more important than in vandwelling. &nbsp;<br><br>I have a few tips myself that I've seen around:<br><br>Cooking:<br><br>Roadpro Beverage Heater (can also be used to warm soups)<br><br><img rel="lightbox" src="http://i00.i.aliimg.com/wsphoto/v0/...er-font-b-CAR-b-font-font-b-Coffee-b-font.jpg" class="bbc_img"><br><br>Pinnacle Dualist cooking set (which can be used easily with any portable propane or butane burner)<br><br><img rel="lightbox" src="http://www.campist.com/archives/gsi-pinnacle-dualist-cook-system-1.jpg" class="bbc_img">&nbsp;&nbsp;<img rel="lightbox" src="http://www.freshairjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/GSI-Pinnacle-Dualist.-Click-to-enlarge..jpg" class="bbc_img"><br><br>Max Burton Mr. Max Table Top Burner:<br><br><img rel="lightbox" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41JXcEyG9aL._SL500_AA300_.jpg" class="bbc_img"><br><br><br>Toilet:<br><br><br>Cleanwaste PETT Portable Toilet. &nbsp;It folds up into basically a suitcase. &nbsp;It's expensive though, but it may be worth it in terms of space saving.<br><a href="http://www.rei.com/pix/common/pixel.gif" rel="nofollow"><img src="http://c.shld.net/rpx/i/s/pi/mp/566...mp;d=99f597f605d2a96a58a7b0b41c78569677d073b9" class="bbc_img"><br><br><br></a>

 

[Rollin]

For my potty I'm using a 3 gallon bucket&nbsp;instead&nbsp;of a 5 gallon one. This bucket also serves as a seat for doing cooking/chores and is my trash can to boot!&nbsp;Doesn't&nbsp;take up to much room and they are cheep!

 

[Suanne]

When on the road solo, I live out of an '04 Prius.&nbsp; I also use a 3gal bucket.&nbsp; For some detail about my set up, you can check out this article: <a href="http://www.cheapgreenrvliving.com/priusliving.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.cheapgreenrvliving.com/priusliving.html</a>.<br><br>Or, if you want even more detail, go to my blog and look in the right column for the information pages:&nbsp; http://SuanneOnline.blogspot.com.<br><br>You are right that size and weight of the items you bring are&nbsp;important factors in living out of a car.&nbsp; Find and use things that have multiple uses.&nbsp; Like a 3gal bucket that can be used for storage, a toilet, and a seat.<br><br>Also, I find that using soft-sided storage containers (like duffle bags) work better than hard-sided plastic drawers or bins.&nbsp; When half empty, the soft-sided ones are half the size while the plastic ones are still full size.<br><br>Enjoy the planning and setting up ... I think that's fun stuff!<br><br>Suanne

 

[citytravelfotos]

^ Ahh, so you use a Therm a Rest. &nbsp;That's good given that standard air mattresses are just too big. &nbsp;The only possible issue is the high price point. &nbsp;Which model is the one that you have?

 

[Suanne]

I got my Thermarest about 20-25 years ago ... I think the only model they had back then is about 16"x78"x1" (if I remember correctly).&nbsp; I recently picked up a short one (about 48" long) at a g-sale for $4.&nbsp; There's lots of similar brands around now too ... they are less expensive.&nbsp; I like shopping at places like bargainoutfitters.com and sierratradingpost.com for good deals on camping/backpacking stuff.

 

[Niall-CorollaLiving]

I say make sure the back seats fold down and crank windows are nice... Also the soft sided luggage is nice, it does not hurt when you hit it with your legs.

 

[Butternut]

You're right, space is scarce when you're car dwelling, and those gadgets come in handy. I moved out of my car this summer and am still stockpiling useful stuff for when I move back. If I had it to do over again I'd get better roof storage first.<br><br>Other tips:<br><ul><li>Less is more and space is worth more than the stuff</li><li>Depending on where you're living cooking isn't always realistic, so find cheap prepared food</li><li>If you have nothing else, get window tint!</li></ul><br>There are so many things I learned over the 14 months I lived in a Jetta, but most of it is just trial and error and figuring out what works for you.<br><br><a href="/www.thetuckerbag.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">The Tuckerbag</a>

 

[Scottosphere]

Living in a subcompact, I look to the world of ultralight hiking for inspiration: alcohol stove, eat fresh first, sleep system, skills not stuff.&nbsp;