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    Posted: 04 Jan 2013 at 11:25am
Hello all,
I'd like to charge up the batteries (two 6 volt) of my 177 while in storage but the nearest outlet is just a few feet short of being able to reach with the power cord.  Can I use a 6 foot extension cord or will this cause problems?  I won't be running anything but the on-board charger.
 
Thanks in advance as always,
Rob
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Posts: 1447 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 04 Jan 2013 at 11:46am
I would make sure the connection between the pod cord and the extension cord is dry and protected.  And make sure that the extension cord is rated for 30 amps.
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Posts: 9059 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 04 Jan 2013 at 9:37pm
 You will be ok without a 30 amp camper extension cord (using a "hockey puck" adapter and a regular extension cord) for battery charging.  I agree you should wrap the connection in plastic and raise it slightly to keep it dry.  
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Posts: 67 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 07 Jan 2013 at 10:21pm
The short extension cord worked fine and the batteries are nicely topped up.  Now I just have to convince my wife that winter camping would be fun.  Thanks for the advice!
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Posts: 913 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 08 Jan 2013 at 8:53am
Just sitting here and "reading the mail" and wondering where in Oregon or Washington your headed for winter camping.  Here in the Portland area we had a warm day at 47 up from low 30's.  Would consider a winter camp but can't for the life of me think of any "warm" spots nearby.  I would love to hear your plans.  I see the east coast folks have a trip planned.  Somewhat envious, however cold weather is not what I really enjoy.  Possibly you can join us in August at Seaside for a Rpod Roundup.  Till then, me thinks that the Rpod will have to wait till spring to be dewintered and restocked for the camping season.  Safe Travels.
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Posts: 3990 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 08 Jan 2013 at 9:25am
Your more than welcome to come on out to the East Coast for the Camping weekend at French Creek State park here in Pennsylvania.  Smile
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Posts: 913 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 08 Jan 2013 at 10:45am
If you could promise me an Italian Hoagie for dinner, I would certainly take it under advisement.  A real Philly Steak sandwich would sweeten the offer.  Thanks.  Safe Travels.
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Posts: 672 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 08 Jan 2013 at 12:33pm
  I 'm with Bob, I don't think that the cover is coming off the camper till it hits 70 degrees out.  Tongue
    We have a fire pit out back but don't use it much in the winter as your front is warm and your backside is frozen stiff.      Goose
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