Electric vs. Gas grill was Re: 1111Aa RV3012M inverter installation photos
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06-12-2008, 08:44
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Electric vs. Gas grill was Re: 1111Aa RV3012M inverter installation photos
The electric grill was missing from my coach when I got it... My coach is all- electric so I carry no LP gas on board. I do carry some charcoal and lighter fluid and we use BBQs at campgrounds that look (or can be made to be) clean and sanitary. We could carry a portable BBQ, but haven't, so far.Â
The advantage of the gas grill is that they're usually faster to heat up and possibly get a bit hotter (sometimes helpful) than the electric models. Personally, I think the flavor of meat cooked over a flame (either gas or charcoal) is better than cooked on an electric grill. (We use an electric 'griller' at home in the kitchen. It does a passible steak -- but it doesn't have that 'char' flavor that you get from a flame.) The disadvantage of the gas grill is the LP gas. You have to deal with another stop for the fuel, so there's just a bit more hassle. There are also some bridges and tunnels where carrying LP gas is not permitted -- which, in some cases, may cause a lengthy detour. (For example, I think the Chesapeake bridge and tunnel is restricted.) So, you'll always need to be careful to check for restrictions. On the whole, I'd lean toward keeping the electric, simply to avoid the hassle. If you already have gas on board, then the issues already exist, so then it's simply a matter of your preferences. Keep in mind that installing the gas lines may or may not be easy -- so that would enter into any calculation of plusses and minuses.
Pete Masterson '95 Blue Bird Wanderlodge WBDA 42 El Sobrante CA "aeonix1@mac.com" On Jun 12, 2008, at 1:15 PM, bumpersbird wrote:
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06-12-2008, 09:01
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Electric vs. Gas grill was Re: 1111Aa RV3012M inverter installation photos
I am a fan of the gas grill over an electric for the simple reason
that they get much hotter. With an all electric coach you'll need to get a grill with a small LP tank or disposable cylinders. I installed a TEC Cherokee, infrared gas grill on the slide that held the electric and have been very happy with it. It cooks fast and the flavor is fantastic. The ultra-high heat vaporizes juices and imparts a nice grill flavor. The only problem is that it cooks so quickly, you can't start with a frozen steak as the outside will be well done before the inside thaws! This coach was set up for LP and even had a quick connect next to the grill location so the install was a snap. As far as propane use is concerned, it is a non issue as the built in tank of LP, when not using it for heat, lasts for years. I just downloaded the following from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel website and you will find that there are no problems traveling through these tunnels. It is always best to check as you may fine a total restriction on one somewhere. Non-Commercial Vehicle Propane Restrictions Maximum capacity: (a) Not more than two non-permanently mounted containers having maximum individual capacity of 105 pounds water capacity or 45 pounds LP-Gas each, or one container having maximum capacity of 60 pounds LP-Gas, or (b) not more than two permanently mounted containers having maximum total capacity of 200 gallons water capacity LP-Gas when used as a motor fuel. Tanks must meet the approved standards of the Department of Transportation and are subject to inspection at toll plaza. They must be properly secured and valves closed while crossing the facility. Just close the valve and you are good to go. Rich D. '99LXi43' CT --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, Pete Masterson > > The electric grill was missing from my coach when I got it... My > coach is all- electric so I carry no LP gas on board. I do carry some > charcoal and lighter fluid and we use BBQs at campgrounds that look > (or can be made to be) clean and sanitary. We could carry a portable > BBQ, but haven't, so far. > > The advantage of the gas grill is that they're usually faster to heat > up and possibly get a bit hotter (sometimes helpful) than the > electric models. Personally, I think the flavor of meat cooked over a > flame (either gas or charcoal) is better than cooked on an electric > grill. (We use an electric 'griller' at home in the kitchen. It does > a passible steak -- but it doesn't have that 'char' flavor that you > get from a flame.) > > The disadvantage of the gas grill is the LP gas. You have to deal > with another stop for the fuel, so there's just a bit more hassle. > There are also some bridges and tunnels where carrying LP gas is not > permitted -- which, in some cases, may cause a lengthy detour. (For > example, I think the Chesapeake bridge and tunnel is restricted.) So, > you'll always need to be careful to check for restrictions. > > On the whole, I'd lean toward keeping the electric, simply to avoid > the hassle. If you already have gas on board, then the issues already > exist, so then it's simply a matter of your preferences. Keep in mind > that installing the gas lines may or may not be easy -- so that would > enter into any calculation of plusses and minuses. > > Pete Masterson > '95 Blue Bird Wanderlodge WBDA 42 > El Sobrante CA > aeonix1@... > > > > On Jun 12, 2008, at 1:15 PM, bumpersbird wrote: > > > I was just finishing putting everything back in bay three and I am > > now wondering should I put the electric grill back in or get the gas > > fired Infrared BBQ that I have been drooling over, OH I love seared > > beef! > > > |
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