bing tracking image

Filter Questions and Answers:

reset filter

Expert Answers about 12V Power Accessories


  • Accessory 12V Connection for 2019 Honda Odyssey to Use 400-Watt Inverter
  • A 12V circuit rated for 40-amps typically needs heavier wire, usually 10-gauge, such as what we include in our 7-way kit # ETBC7. This kit has all the parts needed to upgrade 4-pole flat trailer wiring like # 118521 (the item you referenced) to the 7-way format that includes the auxiliary 12V power circuit for things like operating a powered trailer tongue jack like # EJ-3520-BBX. We do offer a 12V Outlet Kit # RM-9332, if that is the type of connector you need, but please note that this...
    view full answer...

  • What Fuse Rating is Needed to Protect the 12 Volt Accessory Power Cirucit on a 7-Way Connector?
  • To protect the 12 volt accessory power supply circuit, we recommend using a 40 amp inline circuit breaker, part number 9510.
    view full answer...

  • How Can I Use the Bulldog Winch # BD54FR with a 110v Outlet?
  • While all of our available winches run off 12v or 120v power sources, the best route to power your winch is by using a converter. We unfortunately do not have a simple wiring setup that can achieve this conversion. With that being said, if you are set on the Bulldog Utility Winch # BD54FR, the best option is to use the Progressive Dynamics Inteli-Power RV Converter and Battery Charger - 12V - 60 Amps # PD9160A. With the Inteli-Power, you can plug in this converter to a 110v AC outlet...
    view full answer...

  • How to Provide 12v Power to a Blue Ox Patriot Braking System in a 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid
  • You can use the 12 Volt Outlet Kit # RM-9332 to provide 12v power directly from your battery to the Blue Ox Patriot Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System # BLU37TR.
    view full answer...

  • Kit Including 12 Male and Female Cigarette Style Power Ports for Bed Lift System
  • It sounds like you're looking for the Accessory Plug and Socket Kit # PE53QV which comes with both the male and female sides of the 12V cigarette lighter style power port. Be sure to add a fuse in-line with the power wire by using something like the Fuse Holder # SWC9539 so you can protect your power circuits. Attached are some review videos for you to check out!
    view full answer...

  • 12 Volt Accessory Outlet Needed to Power the Roadmaster Even Brake on a 2013 Honda CR-V
  • I recommend installing a separate 12 volt accessory outlet. For this, you can use the Roadmaster 12 Volt Outlet Kit, # RM-9332. This kit works great for vehicles that require fuses to be pulled. The 5ft cord should provide plenty of length to route the outlet into the cab of the vehicle. The outlet can be connected directly to the vehicle battery or to a powered fuse using a fuse tap.
    view full answer...

  • How to Power Supplemental Braking System for Flat Towing in 2020 Ford F-150
  • If you are using a supplemental braking system like the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR in your 2020 Ford F-150 flat towing setup then you can use the 12 Volt Outlet Kit # RM-9332 to supply power to it. This will connect directly to the battery any bypass the need for accessory mode to be activated.
    view full answer...

  • Which Missing Fuse in 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe Will Power 12V Trailer Circuit to Charge Trailer Battery
  • Your 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe requires a 40-amp fuse be installed in the power distribution block under the hood. Please refer to the color photos in the linked article. These illustrate the location of the accessory fuse block in the engine compartment on the drivers-side. I have also provided a photo showing the location of the required 40-amp fuse (amber-colored in the photo). Installation of the fuse (and possibly a required wiring connection to the positive power post) will enable transfer...
    view full answer...

  • AC to DC Adapter and Power Converter for Cigarette Lighter Outlet Accessories to Plug into a Wall
  • We have two options for you to use an adapter with your 12V accessory with a 110V outlet. They are the AC to DC Adapter for Swift Hitch Wireless Camera System, part # PP01, and the Power Converter for Fan-Tastic Vent Endless Breeze Portable Box Fan, part # FV1101-09. The PP01 is obviously more compact and easier to carry around (and not trip over). The FV1101-09 allows for more amperage to come through for accessories that need higher settings.
    view full answer...

  • How to Add Power for Brake Buddy Select Supplemental Braking System on 2016 Ram 1500
  • Since your Brake Buddy Vantage Select, similar to the Select 3 # HM39524, needs to connect to a 12V power socket you'll need to install the 12V Outlet Kit # RM-9332 on your 2016 Ram 1500. You could potentially keep your truck turned on but it would require you to add some wiring to keep your battery from draining plus I'm not sure if that would have a negative impact on anything else with your Ram so I don't recommend doing that. If you still wanted to add a charge line to your Ram just...
    view full answer...

  • Is Solenoid Required for Installing Powered Winch Wiring Kit # BDW20207
  • Use of a solenoid like # PK5231201 provides fail-safe protection from accidental draining of your battery with any 12V accessory. This solenoid is activated by an ignition-controlled circuit that connects to its center terminal to turn the power flow on an off. Unless the ignition is on there is no signal going to that center terminal and without that signal present the solenoid remains open and does not allow 12V power to pass through to the output terminal. You certainly can wire a winch...
    view full answer...

  • Parts Needed to Charge Auxiliary 12V Battery in Van During Travel
  • The first thought people tend to jump to is charging an additional battery via the alternator. The problem with this solution is that unless you are only powering smaller accessories like cell phones the alternator won't be able to sufficiently charge your auxiliary battery. For this case a solar panel system like the Go Power Kit # 34273836 with an Entry Plate # 34276245 would be your best bet. If you can tell me how many amps your accessories are rated for and how long you plan on using...
    view full answer...

  • How to Add Always-On 12V Power Feed to 7-way on 2015 Toyota Tundra
  • Since your truck is wired to shut off the 12V trailer power feed when it is not running (to save your truck battery) you will just want to install a separate 10-gauge power wire and 40-amp circuit breaker between your battery and the power wire on the trailer connector. You can use wire # 10-1-1 and breaker # PK54540. You will also need ring terminals # DW05705-1. The linked wiring article will help you confirm which 7-way wire to connect to. Keep in mind that the connected trailer will...
    view full answer...

  • Parts Needed to Provide Power Inside Vehicle During Flat Towing 2017 GMC Acadia
  • It sounds like you're looking for a way to power something in your dinghy vehicle, like a supplemental braking system. A system like the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR requires that you install the Roadmaster 12V Outlet Kit # RM-9332, which connects directly to your battery to supply 12v power inside the vehicle when it is turned off- not with the key in the ACC position. There are some additional parts you would need to avoid draining your 2017 GMC Acadia's battery while it's being flat towed-...
    view full answer...

  • Battery Charger and Converter for Enclosed Car Hauler
  • To charge your enclosed car trailer battery and power your accessories you're going to need the Redarc In-Vehicle BCDC Battery Charger - Single Input - DC to DC - 12V/24V - 12 Amp item # RED96FR. You are also going to want the 23-Amp MIDI Fuse Kit for Redarc In-Vehicle 12-Amp BCDC Battery Charger item # RED76FR to connect to your battery and the Universal Mounting Bracket for Redarc BCDC Battery Charger item # RED53FR for installation. This charger can use both your vehicle battery as well...
    view full answer...

  • Charge Line Kit Recommendation for 2023 Ford Escape Hybrid with Battery in Back of Vehicle
  • To charge the battery on your 2023 Ford Escape Hybrid during flat towing you need the Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit # RM-156-25. This comes with the wiring, connectors, and circuit breaker needed to get 12V power from the connector at the front of your Escape to your vehicle battery. This is designed for vehicles that have the battery in the engine bay so you will need to pick up some additional wiring with part # 16-1-1 which is sold by the foot. Attached is an installation video...
    view full answer...

  • Adding 2nd 7-Way to 2019 Ford F-250 to Provide 12V Charging Power for Trolling Motor
  • The 7-way wiring harness setup in your F-250 that will connect to the camper (or to a trailer with a 7-way hookup) does include a 12V auxiliary power circuit that can maintain the deep-cycle batteries that come with the camper. This 12V power circuit is carried on the contact at the 1:00 position, as shown in the included photo. Attwood trolling motors are offered in 12V, 24V and 36V versions and for charging a 12V model you can add a second 7-way socket (just like the one in the truck)...
    view full answer...

  • How to Operate a 12v RV Fridge on 120v AC Power
  • The Everchill RV Refrigerator w/ Freezer # 324-000119 is a 12v fridge and needs DC voltage to operate, not AC that the 120v would be. That being said, you can use a converter like the Progressive Dynamics 9100 Inteli-Power Converter # PD9130. This will allow you to run your fridge off of the batteries and the converter will plug into the 120v source to then keep your batteries from running dead. If you have lithium batteries you would want the Progressive Dynamics 9100 Inteli-Power Lithium...
    view full answer...

  • How to Avoid Battery Drain While Flat Towing a 2013 Honda CR-V
  • If the 7-way on your motorhome is a factory 7-way then the fuse will be in the fuse box and the legend on the box or in your owner's manual should tell you which cavity the 12 volt power will be. If it's an aftermarket 7-way it's possible the 7-way doesn't have a 12 volt circuit and you'll need to install a charge line on the motorhome using # RM-156-75. You'll also need the vehicle side in your 2013 Honda CR-V # RM-156-25. In addition, if you aren't already doing so according to your...
    view full answer...

  • Can You Install A 12V RV Refrigerator In A Residential House
  • The Everchill RV Refrigerator # 324-000119 operates on 12V DC power, and won't be able to be used with your house unless you install a converter system, to convert the 12V DC power to 110V AC power. I recommend instead, just purchasing a refrigerator that is designed to work with 110V systems, like the Furrion RV Refrigerator # FCR14ACBQASS in stainless steel, or # FCR14ACBQABL in black. That is the best option because you'll be avoiding another expense on a converter system.
    view full answer...