I've seen in other setup videos that you can stick the sides of the canopies inside the vehicle and shut the doors to seal. I know this doesn't technically seal the ground, but I'm guessing it would still help
Hi Iowa Tesla guy. I am wondering if you were able to get a spray bottle of windshield cleaner for the car, yet. It really, really does work well. I should have previously suggested to also wipe off the tail lights, and headlights, and turn signals, but missed that one. Sorry. It does work! Try it!
Hi, which one would you prefer personally between this AC tent and Tentsla X1? I really like the idea of inflatable beam but not sure about real life performance, and how much effort it could save compare to this AC tent during set-up and take-down.
In Florida, we need a complete seal due to mosquitoes. Any suggestions on how to seal it off so nothing can find its way in? Those skeeters will find even the smallest hole.
Use some magnets to seal the edge of the tent against the car. I think that's the best solution and you could also use some painter's tape if you want a tighter seal.
I've seen some videos where they simply squeeze the material between the rear doors and the car, that seemed to remove any possible leak from the sides. For the charge port, I guess adding a little velcro line a the bottom when you're not using it could help. I'm not sure about the part at the bottom of the car, I've seen little videos clearly showcasing how tight or loose the connection is with the car. That might be a potential risk. I intend to buy it and try it in a few weeks, so I guess I'll see for myself.
Actually, I got the tent since then and I can confirm that the trick between the doors is working fine. And then there's an elastic rope under the car that allows you to seal it tight. So I'm quite reassured about the performance of the tent.
The Tentsla X1 tent requires the car to support it. It doesn't really free stand very well. I also found inflating it to be a great concept but it is prone to slow leaks. This tent is much more stable. This test is also smaller when broken down. This tent is larger on the inside.
You know.., if you camp at a private site which is run as a campground, and meant to be used as a campground, then, you could have a electrical outlet to recharge and run the heater, all night. This means, you wake up with a much greater charge in the morning, maybe even have a electric powered range to cook breakfast at the campsite? Could be done. Money saved on breakfast, pays for charging car, See?
I've seen in other setup videos that you can stick the sides of the canopies inside the vehicle and shut the doors to seal. I know this doesn't technically seal the ground, but I'm guessing it would still help
Nice that there’s a screen you can put up between the car and tent if the bugs do get in. Might be an option for next summer’s adventures.
This is a good one. Definitely large enough for a family.
A wintertime sleeping bag, is a good investment, very useful even at home, if power goes out.
Could you use painters tape to seal it all the way up?
Hi Iowa Tesla guy. I am wondering if you were able to get a spray bottle of windshield cleaner for the car, yet. It really, really does work well.
I should have previously suggested to also wipe off the tail lights, and headlights, and turn signals, but missed that one. Sorry.
It does work! Try it!
Hi, which one would you prefer personally between this AC tent and Tentsla X1? I really like the idea of inflatable beam but not sure about real life performance, and how much effort it could save compare to this AC tent during set-up and take-down.
How would you turn off the interior back light with the trunk open?
Put a carabiner in the latch and it will shut off. Use the app to let it go.
How does this compare to the MKcamp?
I don’t have experience with the MKcamp. Sorry.
In Florida, we need a complete seal due to mosquitoes. Any suggestions on how to seal it off so nothing can find its way in? Those skeeters will find even the smallest hole.
With this tent, it might be tricky. Not a 100% seal. You could use some magnets to hold down the edges to create a pretty good seal.
Thanks @@iowatesla
Use some magnets to seal the edge of the tent against the car. I think that's the best solution and you could also use some painter's tape if you want a tighter seal.
I've seen some videos where they simply squeeze the material between the rear doors and the car, that seemed to remove any possible leak from the sides. For the charge port, I guess adding a little velcro line a the bottom when you're not using it could help. I'm not sure about the part at the bottom of the car, I've seen little videos clearly showcasing how tight or loose the connection is with the car. That might be a potential risk. I intend to buy it and try it in a few weeks, so I guess I'll see for myself.
Actually, I got the tent since then and I can confirm that the trick between the doors is working fine. And then there's an elastic rope under the car that allows you to seal it tight. So I'm quite reassured about the performance of the tent.
how does this compare to Tentsla X1 tent?
The Tentsla X1 tent requires the car to support it. It doesn't really free stand very well. I also found inflating it to be a great concept but it is prone to slow leaks. This tent is much more stable. This test is also smaller when broken down. This tent is larger on the inside.
You know.., if you camp at a private site which is run as a campground, and meant to be used as a campground, then, you could have a electrical outlet to recharge and run the heater, all night.
This means, you wake up with a much greater charge in the morning, maybe even have a electric powered range to cook breakfast at the campsite? Could be done. Money saved on breakfast, pays for charging car, See?
Genius
You know that is the entire point of camping with a Tesla