Running Accessories from Trailer Battery and Generator
Question:
I have a 24foot enclosed cargo trailer we use to haul a race car. Right now the trailer only has the factory installed interior LED light, we use a generator to Power items like a small air compressor and battery charger. I plan to upgrade the trailers electrical. I want to have lights and a winch on the 12v system, but when running the generator have the generator power the 12v and charge the batteries. The generator will run an air conditioning unit, as well as a few other 110v items. I want to be able to pull in, kick the generator on and have power for everything I need at the track. Wiring diagram and product recommendations would be great.
asked by: Corey S
Expert Reply:
Basically you would just need to run everything including the generator to the trailer battery as this will ensure that when the generator is running it would be powering everything as well as charging the battery but when the generator isn't running the smaller accessories could still power from the battery. Sounds like you have a generator already, but we have AC units like the Furrion part # FR92PR as well as batteries like the # 34277606.
We don't have any wiring diagrams, but like I said it would really just be a matter of running the power and negative of everything to battery.
Products Referenced in This Question
Go Power AGM RV Battery - Deep Cycle - Group 27 - 6V - 224 Amp Hour
- Battery
- RV Battery
- 6V
- Group 27
- 10-1/4L x 7-1/8W x 10T Inch
- 225 Ah
- AGM Battery
- Go Power
more information >
Furrion Chill HE RV Air Conditioner System - Manual - 15,000 Btu - White
- RV Air Conditioners
- Complete AC System
- Cool Only
- 15000 Btu
- 15.4 Amps
- With Start Capacitor
- Ducted
- Ductless
- White
- Furrion
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector with Universal Pigtail Harness - Vehicle End
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Vehicle End Connector
- Plug and Lead
- 7 Round - Blade
- Hopkins
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Continue Researching
- Shop: Go Power AGM RV Battery - Deep Cycle - Group 27 - 6V - 224 Amp Hour
- Shop: Lippert Components Tuson High Speed 5th Wheel RV Landing Gear Motor
- Shop: Replacement 14" x 6" Air Filter for Coleman Mach RV Air Conditioner - Qty 1
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Article: Wiring Trailer Lights with a 7-Way Plug (It's Easier Than You Think)
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Article: Flat Towing Package for 2012-2014 Honda CR-V
- Article: Brake Controller Installation: Starting from Scratch
- Q&A: Replacement Trailer Connector for a 1999 Dodge Ram Pickup
- Article: Most Popular Wheel Bearings
- Q&A: Best Trailer Hitch Recommendation For a 2024 Toyota Highlander
- Q&A: Wiring Needed For Installing a Trailer Brake Controller and 7-Way on a 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander
- Q&A: 2024 Ford Maverick Wiring Needed for Flat Towing Behind a Motorhome
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between 7-Way RV and Utility Trailer Connectors
- Q&A: Could Buyers Products Hitch Plate part # 3371809061A Fit 1999 International
- Article: Wiring Trailer Lights with a 4-Way Plug (It's Easier Than You Think)
- Q&A: Brake Controller and Wiring Recommendation for a 2008 Ford Explorer Towing Trailer with 6-Way