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crankcall said:
What will power the inverter? Tow vehicle ? If the inverter is in trailer , you’ll need some massive cables from the tow vehicle battery to that inverter.


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Car batteries. Ford Transit dual battery option. Batteries are under the drivers seat, inverter will set in the back. Van lifer style stuff but this is more for random AC stuff at a track day kind of idea. I already have the 2000w inverter from Renolgy. Max power drawing item would be an electric griddle for breakfast. Not for tire warmers.
 
At that point, why not just get a small Generator?

You'll likely progress to the point that an inverter will be unused, if you have to power warmers.

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Aens said:
Car batteries. Ford Transit dual battery option. Batteries are under the drivers seat, inverter will set in the back. Van lifer style stuff but this is more for random AC stuff at a track day kind of idea. I already have the 2000w inverter from Renolgy. Max power drawing item would be an electric griddle for breakfast. Not for tire warmers.
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You sure you want the inverter far from the batteries? Copper for 200 amps is a lot more than copper for 15 amps. On that note, is there applicable code for 120vac distribution wiring in a vehicle?

Car audio shops should be able to do what you need. Not much difference between an inverter and an amp.
 
matt365 said:
At that point, why not just get a small Generator?

You'll likely progress to the point that an inverter will be unused, if you have to power warmers.

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I'll cross that bridge when I get there haha.

This is more for utility. External lights, griddle, coffee maker, giant fan, power tools/power tool battery charger, laptop, TV. None of these items are permanently installed. If I was going to spend a night in the van to save on hotel fees, what would make it a better experience? I'm two left thumbs when it comes to electrical (you've seen my power setup on my Duke!). Just looking for someone to get it done haha.
 
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GreyGhost said:
You sure you want the inverter far from the batteries? Copper for 200 amps is a lot more than copper for 15 amps. On that note, is there applicable code for 120vac distribution wiring in a vehicle?

Car audio shops should be able to do what you need. Not much difference between an inverter and an amp.
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Yeah, it calls for 0-2 gauge copper. I estimate its a 14ft run from battery to mounting point. I haven't really checked out the random car audio shops. Hence why I'm asking for a recommendation on a place that does good work!
 
Aens said:
I'll cross the that bridge when I get there haha.

This is more for utility. External lights, griddle, coffee maker, giant fan, power tools/power tool battery charger, laptop, TV. None of these items are permanently installed. If I was going to spend a night in the van to save on hotel fees, what would make it a better experience? I'm two left thumbs when it comes to electrical (you've seen my power setup on my Duke!). Just looking for someone to get it done haha.
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I’m sure any reputable shop that installs Audio systems or cameras will have some insight or even a system they install.

Try AudioHeaven. Those guys have been great for me with tint, and camera installs. They may point you in the right direction.
 
I’ve done a bit of this in RV and boat . Insist whomever is doing the install also goes with a battery switch . This is not like tbe F150 with an onboard AC system , you want to be able to draw on “ house “ batteries not all batteries . Nothing worse than fresh coffee but the truck won’t start to go home . You want an RV shop , trailer park shop , interested mechanic, not a stereo installer.


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Thinking about doing a 2 step epoxy floor in mine.

You?

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matt365 said:
Thinking about doing a 2 step epoxy floor in mine.

You?

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In the trailer? Is epoxy flexible enough? I figured between moisture and flexing epoxy would be a non-starter but I've never looked into it.
 
Wingboy said:
A bit more. Spare tire with e-track bracket, fire extinguisher and pool noodles.
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I'm guessing you need to take those noodles off before closing the door?
 
Trying to figure out a solution to my trailer… I have the spare tire holder and third wheel mounted. Third wheel I can move to the front to install a metal basket/carrier on the A frame….but any recommendations for the spare tire location?

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mimico_polak said:
Trying to figure out a solution to my trailer… I have the spare tire holder and third wheel mounted. Third wheel I can move to the front to install a metal basket/carrier on the A frame….but any recommendations for the spare tire location?

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I don't have it mounted to the trailer. I throw it in the car/trailer if I am making a long trip (on a short trip, I can dump the trailer and come home to get the spare). To maintain foldability, if you want it to stay with the trailer, I would mount it to the bottom of the floor (typical truck spare location). Completely out of the way but always with you and doesn't impede folding.
 
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