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NanciL
Explorer II
Jan 12, 2018

Buying and installing a new 50 amp female receptacle

I have a new 2018 Forest River trailer with a 50 amp twist lock cord and connectors. I have it in a permanent spot and never plan on moving it. The power post is only about fifteen feet from the t...
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wa8yxm
Explorer III
Jan 12, 2018
The connector on the RV is most likely a MARINCO designed for use as a genuine shore power connector (on boats).

Yes there are cheaper Twist Locks.. but they won't fit

HOWEVER: different dealers .. Well one store sells it for 100 another for 85 and sonmeone elese ____ (you fill in the blank).

Just make sure it is a Marinco and it mentiones RV's and not one of the other types of twist lock connectors.

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