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AZLeprechaun
Explorer
Aug 03, 2016

Converting a class C from 30 amp to 50 amp service

New Leprechaun 319MB worked really well for our first 6500 mile trip. I was wondering if anyone had upgraded the electrical system on a class C from 30 amp to 50 amp. It is frustrating when you can...
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CA_Traveler
Explorer III
Aug 03, 2016
Usually the easiest method is to install a 50A cord and CB panel somewhere in the rig. Use a 30A CB to feed the existing panel which is now a subpanel. Then move any desired loads to the new panel.

On board gens can make it more complicated.

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