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Luv2Q 
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Joined: 30 Aug 2014 Location: Central TX Online Status: Offline Posts: 309 |
 Topic: Voltmeter, USB, socket multi-panelPosted: 30 Oct 2014 at 9:20am |
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Bingo! Just ordered one. Thanks, Doug ...
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John & Teri
Tundra 5.7L V8 / RP 180 E2 WDH / Integrated controller (POS) replaced by Tekonsha P3 |
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techntrek
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Posted: 30 Oct 2014 at 8:22am |
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To monitor 120 AC I leave my Kill-A-Watt plugged in where I can see it throughout the day. Since it doesn't get used day-to-day for anything else it is a good use of it on camping trips.
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Luv2Q
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Joined: 30 Aug 2014 Location: Central TX Online Status: Offline Posts: 309 |
Posted: 30 Oct 2014 at 6:36am |
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This looks pretty slick! I personally would like to see one more meter, though: 120v AC (though that complicates the install). Can't help you with your questions. I'd guess an on-off switch is probably not a bad idea to keep drain to a minimum when boondocking. Does it need to be fused? Well, what if you plugged something that sucked a ton of juice through the wiring (please excuse my technical terminology) and ended up overloading your wiring? I'd say a fuse is probably a good idea. What's the max amperage you might plug into either of the chargers (but especially the 12v)? That would probably give you an idea of the wire size and fuse rating you'll need.
Good luck on this .. Hope you get some good quality answers.
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John & Teri
Tundra 5.7L V8 / RP 180 E2 WDH / Integrated controller (POS) replaced by Tekonsha P3 |
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Bonjour
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Posted: 29 Oct 2014 at 10:58pm |
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It seems pretty clear that a separate voltmeter would be useful to monitor the battery. Also it would be be nice to have additional ways to power/charge various electronics. I found this multi-panel device on Amazon and wonder how well you think it would work?
How important would it be to have an on/off switch? Would this need to be connected into a fuse slot? My electrical ability hovers around zero and I would need someone to install it. Any advice would be appreciated.
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Voltmeter, USB, socket multi-panel
