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BigWhiteVan
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 Posted: Fri Sep 21, 2018 7:18 pm Post subject: Inside electrical questions. |
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Hey guys! Owner of, and currently living in, an 85 Vanagon Westy. I've got a few questions. My Westy doesn't currently have the breaker under the back outlet, do you guys know of any alternatives to this that aren't the GoWesty one? Also, I'm looking to upgrade the outlet in the back too. I've looked at some GFCI outlets and wasn't sure if the 120Vac ones would work. I'm confused because the I've heard I should stick for 110Vac. Will this work? Lastly, any other electrical upgrades you guys recommend?
(I love my upgraded power plig up front where the old Cig lighter was. I also think converting to LEDs for the three light hub in the back is pretty nice.)
Thanks so much friends! |
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JudoJeff
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Location: Near Springfield, MA
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| Posted: Sat Sep 22, 2018 5:00 am Post subject: Re: Inside electrical questions. |
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110v is same as 120v, just old nomenclature. Any GFI will work, as long as you follow the instructions. Remember, the VW circuits are rated at 15 amps.
The GFI should fit in the same outlet box that you have, if not, get a larger one. The little push button is a breaker, you have to keep it in the circuit.
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Abscate
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| Posted: Sat Sep 22, 2018 5:03 am Post subject: Re: Inside electrical questions. |
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Get this done, or inspected by a licensed pro when done. You can hurt yourself doing electricity in a mobile application, and you can also create dangerous conditions 3-6months afterwards
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djkeev
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wcdennis
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Location: Winston-Salem NC
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| Posted: Sat Sep 22, 2018 5:42 am Post subject: Re: Inside electrical questions. |
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| Compared to all the 12V systems, the 110V wiring is stupid simple - actually, just a glorified power strip. |
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BigWhiteVan
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| Posted: Sat Sep 22, 2018 6:04 am Post subject: Re: Inside electrical questions. |
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110v is same as 120v, just old nomenclature. Any GFI will work, as long as you follow the instructions. Remember, the VW circuits are rated at 15 amps.
The GFI should fit in the same outlet box that you have, if not, get a larger one. The little push button is a breaker, you have to keep it in the circuit. |
Sweet, thanks for this help. |
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