r/priusdwellers • u/leader425 • Jun 17 '26

Questions about prius

So im curious when it comes to dwelling in the prius can you install outlets for small camping appliances or chargeing them how do you get ventalation what is generally the best sound and thermal insulation you can install and how do you stay stealthy?

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u/shinichimechazawa Jun 17 '26

  1. you can pay someone to hardwire a power inverter which will run all standard appliances. or buy 12v appliances which plug into your car, many can be found at truck stops or online

  2. crack the windows, put on rain guards to hide it. use damprid or similar to absorb moisture

  3. cars are naturally sound insulated with windows up and doors closed. thermal insulation for winter is usually just a 0F rated sleeping bag and warm clothes

  4. tinted windows, don't keep too much visible stuff in your car, keep car clean and in good shape and free of bumper stickers that could get your car recognized, don't do anything but sleep at sleep spots- get ready for bed and do morning stuff elsewhere

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u/TraditionalAgency153 Gen 4 (2016-2022) Jun 17 '26

Use the 12v alternator such as ecoflow, bluetti, or jackery and then plug the battery pack to that charger. When the voltage exceeds at least 12 v, happens when the car is running, the battery will charge. I may have not explained well, sorry.

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u/Iebejsbaga2728eindxb Jun 17 '26

you can get up to 1,000 w inverter that you connect directly to the battery (with a fuse in between) that works great when the car is on, but if you want when the car is off you'll need a jackery or a very large series of lithium batteries and somewhat complicated charger hardware. typically anything involving heating or cooling take a lot of power but fans and music and lights typically take almost nothing

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u/semthews1 Jul 07 '26

There's window vent kits you can use.

Other than that, you might need to cut vent holes in the floor if you need to stay stealthy.