converting the microwave to lp oven
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Topic: converting the microwave to lp oven
Posted By: Artypod
Subject: converting the microwave to lp oven
Date Posted: 26 Jun 2018 at 4:42pm
| Has anyone converted their microwave/convection oven to a propane oven or the stove top and remove the drawers? We pretty much always boon-dock and looking for a usable oven. |
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Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 26 Jun 2018 at 5:29pm
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There isn't anyway that I am aware of to convert the microwave to propane.. Depending on model, the cooktop can be removed, along with the drawers under it, and a RV gas range installed, it's been done by a few.. I would suggest that, for resale value, ease, and cost, you consider an outdoor propane oven such as the Camp Chef.. ------------- |
Posted By: mcarter
Date Posted: 26 Jun 2018 at 6:03pm
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+1 ------------- Mike Carter 2015 178 " I had the right to remain silent, I just didn't have the ability." |
Posted By: lostagain
Date Posted: 26 Jun 2018 at 7:06pm
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We got a Coleman stovetop camp oven. It fits right over a burner. But the overwhelming urge to eat biscuits hasn't hit us yet, so we haven't tried it. unless it's really cold, I think we'd be most likely to use it on top of a Coleman stove outdoors. I'd hate to think how much heat it would give off. I agree that cutting a big hole in the tiny galley area to put a stove with an oven can be done, but you may affect the resale value. Also, make sure there is enough room to open the oven door safely.
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Posted By: Pod People
Date Posted: 26 Jun 2018 at 9:25pm
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We use a portable Coleman oven that is powered by a one pound propane cylinder or small tank. It is not meant to be used indoors.We use it outside on an aluminum folding table. It is about the same size as the microwave or a table top toaster oven. It has a thermometer built in and the temperature can be controlled. I understand that they are no longer made, but occasionally available used. My wife found it on evay for about $75. I would recommend one if you can find one. It makes great muffins and corn bread among other things. Vann ------------- Vann & Laura 2015 RPod 179 https://postimg.cc/0zwKrfB9"> 
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Posted By: mcarter
Date Posted: 27 Jun 2018 at 7:37am
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Coleman makes a portable stove/oven, little over 300, about same size as a micro, propane fueled. ------------- Mike Carter 2015 178 " I had the right to remain silent, I just didn't have the ability." |
Posted By: Pod People
Date Posted: 27 Jun 2018 at 8:42am
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I just looked on ebay and there is one advertised for $75 that is exactly like ours. It is called the Coleman Instastart portable camping oven. I can’t give a website ,but it was the first listing on ebay when I searched for coleman propane oven Vann ------------- Vann & Laura 2015 RPod 179 https://postimg.cc/0zwKrfB9">
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Posted By: mcarter
Date Posted: 27 Jun 2018 at 9:24am
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Here it is: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Coleman-InstaStart-Portable-Camping-Propane-Oven-with-Temperature-Gauge/323310593661?hash=item4b46d0267d:g:TlQAAOSwbzVbKq6k
99 + 25 shipping. ------------- Mike Carter 2015 178 " I had the right to remain silent, I just didn't have the ability." |
Posted By: geewizard
Date Posted: 28 Jun 2018 at 8:46am
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I've used the folding Coleman oven for years. I make biscuits and sausage gravy when camping. I use the folding oven in conjunction with a Coleman single burner unit. Works well inside. https://www.amazon.com/Coleman-2000016462-Camp-Oven-13-5/dp/B0009PURJA - https://www.amazon.com/Coleman-2000016462-Camp-Oven-13-5/dp/B0009PURJA and this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009PUS6M/?tag=znt0321-20 - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009PUS6M/?tag=znt0321-20 ------------- 2021 Winnebago Micro Minnie 1708FB 2017 R-Pod 177 (Blue) HRE SOLD 2004 Outfitter Apex 8 camper 2014 Toyota Tundra DC |
Posted By: lostagain
Date Posted: 28 Jun 2018 at 8:52am
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geewizard, how is that oven in regard to heating up the interior of the Pod? We have one, but I've never used it. .... plan to soon, though. Biscuits and gravy sounds real good, especially on a cold western mountain morning. ------------- Never leave footprints behind. Fred & Maria Kearney Sonoma 167RB Our Pod 172 2019 Ford F-150 4x4 2.7 EcoBoost |
Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 28 Jun 2018 at 9:41am
Have used one of those for years.. little bit of a learning curve, but will bake stuff well. Finding small trays for it isn't as hard as you would think, B, B, and Beyond sells pans for toaster ovens that work great. We use it on our ancient Peak 1 backpacking stove, our 70's two burner, and have used it a couple times on the Pod burners inside when it was cold out... ------------- |
Posted By: geewizard
Date Posted: 29 Jun 2018 at 9:03am
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Well, the oven does contribute to heating the pod when in use. But it also puts out a lot of moisture, unlike the furnace. That's a drawback. Biscuits and sausage gravy are damn good in the mountains, yes. ------------- 2021 Winnebago Micro Minnie 1708FB 2017 R-Pod 177 (Blue) HRE SOLD 2004 Outfitter Apex 8 camper 2014 Toyota Tundra DC |
Posted By: Artypod
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2018 at 1:33pm
| Thank you for all the reply's. I was hoping to not carry more things in our abundance of storage in the 178. I'm surprised nobody has put an lp oven in place of the microwave. |
Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2018 at 2:00pm
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In place of? No. It would not be a good idea. Replacing the stove with a combination stove/oven is better but still though, one that can be used outside is a much better idea still.
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Posted By: Artypod
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2018 at 3:34pm
| Ya, I think I'm going to try that Coleman stovetop, and just keep using microwave for storage. |
Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2018 at 5:29pm
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If you don't want the microwave part either, you could remove it and then just make the space a storage area. That way you would not have to worry about breaking the glass tray while you are traveling.
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