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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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wildtoad
Explorer II
Aug 08, 2017
In the long run you will be better served by getting an electrician to install a larger amp receptacle and use your standard power cord or if you want, have them build a short cord just for use at home.

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