Will Swapping A Trailer From 30 Amp To 50 Amp Service Affect The Value Of The Trailer

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Our 2022 trailer came from the factory with 2x ACs and a 30 amp service. Our breaker panel bus melted and has been replaced under warranty. The manufacturer has authorized a 50 amp upgrade. What concerns should I have about the dealer doing this and how will it affect the resale value of the RV?

asked by: Pete P

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Typically two AC units running at the same time is going to have such a large power draw that you'll need to have 50 amp service so the trailer should not have had two units with only 30 amp service equipment. To complete the swap over you'll need a 50 amp power cord, 50 amp receptacle, and a power center rated for 50 amp service.

The answer page you were looking at from Dave that listed out the SmartPlug # SM79FR and # SM86FR along with the Progressive Dynamics # PD4590K18LS8 are all great options for this swap.

My only concern would be the quality of the work completed by the dealership, but you can have a qualified electrician give it a lookover after the installation is complete to ensure it was done correctly. Swapping from 30 amp to 50 amp service will only increase the value of the trailer since it will have more capability to power appliances/items in the trailer. You will have to keep in mind that if you go to a campsite that only has 30 amp service that you'll need an adapter to plug in and will be limited to using only one AC unit.

expert reply by: Kevin C

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Short answer, yes you can convert from 30amp to 50 amp. It will be costly and require an electrician. Long answer, you will need to replace the power outlet with SmartPlug RV and Marine Power Inlet - 50 Amp - Stainless Steel #SM79FR. Then replace the…

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Answer 2

I spoke to a contact at Progressive Dynamics, he confirmed the Progressive Dynamics RV Power Control Center with AC/DC Panel and Converter/Smart Charger - 90 Amp #PD4590K18LS8 as a replacement for your 2011 Keystone Montana Hickory Fifth Wheel.

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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The number you provided, "7753400" is a patent number which corelates to the Equalizer for E-Z Flex Suspension part #013-144-03. This is for a single equalizer but if you need the entire kit it's the Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension Kit part…

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Answer 7

The American CS6000XL that you referenced is no longer available and there isn't a direct replacement for it but the closest solution as a replacement would be the Progressive Dynamics RV Control Center part #PD4560K18LS8 which as the same…

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Answer 9

According to what Progressive Dynamics recommends, the Progressive Dynamics RV Power Control Center with AC/DC Panel and Converter/Smart Charger #PD4560K18LS8 is the correct replacement for your WFCO WF-9960 converter.

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Answer 10

I am not totally sure which wires you are talking about, but I am assuming it's part of the bonded wire that runs up to the engine compartment? If so, the white wire gets grounded as it's part of wiring up the brake controller which is…

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Answer 11

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