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DOTLDaddy
Nomad
Aug 08, 2017

50amp shore power outlet to 15amp "side of house" receptacle

I am having my 30amp 5th wheel converted to 50amp service. I park my RV on the side of my house, where there is a 15amp household outlet less than 8 feet away. I have always plugged my 30amp cord in...
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ken56
Explorer
Aug 08, 2017
You can't go wrong by putting a dedicated 50 amp receptacle for you trailer outside the house to hook into. I know you may not need the amperage provided but it will be much more convenient and safer. We use our rig when its parked in the yard and I don't regret putting mine in. Its really not all that expensive to do.

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