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BlissBignall
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Location: San Angelo, TX
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 Posted: Tue Jun 21, 2016 12:47 pm Post subject: 12 Volt Power Port? |
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So...I have a gaping hole in my dashboard where the 12 volt port used to be, and a somewhat thick cut wire, with a thinner attached wire, stashed behind the dash. I'm assuming there is a connection between the two, and am considering putting in one of the new ports containing USB connections.
Has anyone done this, and are there any pitfalls I should look out for? I assume a 4 or 5 amp inline fuse would be a good idea in this application. |
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mondshine
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Location: The World's Motor Capital
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| Posted: Tue Jun 21, 2016 1:04 pm Post subject: Re: 12 Volt Power Port? |
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In stock form, the power port wire is white/black. It originates at the 9th fuse, a red 16 Amp. That fuse also powers the glove box light and the gas heater if you have one.
A regular lighter socket can go there, though it might require some enlargement of the hole.
Maybe something like this:
would be more useful.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00W3W6AMU?psc=1
Good luck, Mondshine |
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BlissBignall
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Location: San Angelo, TX
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| Posted: Wed Jun 22, 2016 5:37 am Post subject: Re: 12 Volt Power Port? |
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| That's exactly what I'm planning to put in. Thanks for the info! |
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Captain Spalding
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| Posted: Thu Jun 23, 2016 12:33 am Post subject: Re: 12 Volt Power Port? |
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| You might want to consider a regular 12 volt cigarette lighter and then a USB adapter. There are other devices besides phones that you might want to power that take more than the 5v that USB provides. For example, I have a GPS and a 12v electric blanket that take >5v. Maybe a mini fridge? I'm sure there are more examples. You can find USB adapters that are pretty low profile… |
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kubelmann
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| Posted: Fri Jun 24, 2016 10:12 pm Post subject: Re: 12 Volt Power Port? |
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I have installed 12 volt to USB converters in all my vehicles. This single is $5 shipped... Ou can get a double for around $8 shipped. High amperage, encapsulated circuit. Low draw..
Autek DC Converter Buck Module 12V convert to 5V usb output power adapter(DCCON-5U-0)
by Autek
4.0 out of 5 stars 76 customer reviews | 6 answered questions
Price: $2.31 + $2.49 shipping
https://www.amazon.com/Autek-Converter-convert-ada...+converter |
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