Short cord on toaster...solutions?

Furry_people · 09-15-2014, 04:44 PM

Our first trip out with the new Bullet, we found that the kitchen outlet located under the upper cabinet wasn't going to work to plug in the toaster as the cord is too short. I'm sure one of you has a better solution than balancing the toaster on top of the coffee maker!

Quad · 09-15-2014, 04:49 PM

I just measured and went to the store and bought one with a long enough cord. Could you possible add an outlet to the side of a base cabinet??

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bsmith0404 · 09-15-2014, 05:09 PM

I took an old extension cord and built a new custom length cord. Our outside outlet is up pretty high. I do most of the cooking outside and have a table set up below the plug. We have an electric griddle that we use for pancakes and French toast, cord is too short, I built a 2' cord for that use. I have considered just replacing the cord with a longer one, but the griddle is sealed up pretty well so this was easier.

therink · 09-15-2014, 05:59 PM

I installed a power strip on the wall at counter height behind the sink and ran the cord to the outlet at the base cabinet. Did this on my current and last rig. This has worked for me as the outlets on the underside of the upper cabinet is annoying.

chartrand · 09-15-2014, 07:02 PM

I just use one of the many computer AC cord laying around, and put a normal end on it from Home Depot. Problem solved.

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**JRTJH** · 09-15-2014, 07:20 PM

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I just use one of the many computer AC cord laying around, and put a normal end on it from Home Depot. Problem solved.

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Many computer power cables are 18 AWG and not rated to carry the load of a toaster or hot plate. Make sure if you go this route to check the wire gage. It should be at least 16 AWG and preferably 14 AWG. Just because it's a thick black cable doesn't necessarily mean the wires inside are big enough to carry an "appliance load".....

BirchyBoy · 09-15-2014, 08:10 PM

A couple pieces of 2x6 under it. That's what I had to do.

GaryWT · 09-16-2014, 04:12 AM

Have never brought a toaster camping but I would think a power strip would be the easiest fix, good luck.

Kristi · 09-16-2014, 06:07 AM

We had the same problem with our coffee maker in the passport. Bought a thick butcher block cutting board to set it on. It was stable plus we had a nice cutting board.

Steve S · 09-16-2014, 06:53 AM

I had the same issue and I went out and bought a new toaster with a longer cord.

ohiocougar · 09-16-2014, 11:24 AM

We bought a power strip with a 2' or 3' cord that rests on the countertop

jodrey · 09-16-2014, 02:59 PM

The best toaster for us.

Steve S · 09-16-2014, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by jodrey

The best toaster for us.

Details please

gkainz · 09-17-2014, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by jodrey

The best toaster for us.

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Originally Posted by Steve S

Details please

http://www.camp-a-toaster.com/

**JRTJH** · 09-17-2014, 08:26 AM

Another readily available "stovetop toaster" is the Coleman brand that's found at every WalMart sporting goods section. Here's a link: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Coleman-20...aster/35395560

Camping World also has several models of this same concept ranging from $2.50 up to about $8.

The only "disadvantage" is that you need to turn the toast about halfway through the cooking process. It stores in an area the size of a dinner plate and cleanup is a simple brush with a paper towel to remove the crumbs.

TDF5G · 09-17-2014, 08:29 AM

I've replaced the short cords on a few counter top appliances also. I cut the end off of an extension cord of the same size and connect in place of the old cord.

The only other solution would be to set the appliance up on something, a board or small shelf of some kind.

gkainz · 09-17-2014, 09:46 AM

I went thru the gyrations of balancing the toaster on a pan and a plate and a bowl and cups to reach the overhead outlet. About the time I had it high enough to reach the outlet, my wife asked me "what's wrong with the outlet right here on the edge of the base cabinet?"

Wantoride · 09-17-2014, 11:56 AM

We found 3 foot extension cords and routed them under the cabinet and down the wall to the counter. We then used the magic mount half circular clips that hold the cord to the wall so it's not dangle ing. My problem was the coffe pot cord was to short. Gotta have the java!

RichR · 09-17-2014, 01:43 PM

Use a heavy duty appliance extension cord, they come in short lengths.

Desert185 · 09-20-2014, 08:31 AM

Another option is to camp near a good breakfast joint. Diners, Drive-ins and Dives app available for your convenience.

I do like that stove top burner toaster from Walmart, though. Not so elegant a solution as an electric toaster, but simple, space saving and effective. Often the best option...it is camping, I guess.

Oh yeah, power strip for the kitchen overhead power outlets. Works great.

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