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BobnSofi
Explorer
Jan 11, 2015

12v connectors, want 2 set up better system than Cig Lighter

Hi All, We do lots of dry camping as time goes on we have more and more 12v connection needs for laptops and phones, and the cigarette lighter connection is not so fun (rubber bands to hold them...
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Johno02
Explorer
Jan 11, 2015
Go to a dealer for truck parts, and get "power Points" rather than "cigarette lighter plugs". They are made better and with larger wiring, especially designed to probide 12v power for whatever. Connect to an good source of power, either coach or chassis, whichever you desire. Use fused and good sized wire(12G) or better.

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