total rewire/rebuild of 1979
hey guys! I have another post going in another section about removing caulk, and since im tackling multiple things at once and also a 100% novice in 12v wiring, I find myself a little... overhwhelmed...
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MEXICOWANDERER wrote:
Use TWINE to run a circuit. Cut long for pigtails then duplicate with genuine wire.
I MUCH prefer the nautical color code of using YELLOW for GROUND. Black is reserved exclusively for 120 volt house current. Use different color wire for individual 12 volt circuits with the exception of green and white the other two 120 vac color coded wires.
Head for Home Depot. Ask the electrical man there to show you SPECIFICATION GRADE RECEPTACLES. Receptacles look the same but "Spec Grade" receptacles are much higher quality and the slots do not become loose even after several years. They also sell NYLON receptacle and switch plates that are almost unbreakable.
Avoid cheap 12 volt wire.
Here are some decent wire and cable vendors
http://www.genuinedealz.com
http://allbatterysales.com
Tinned marine wire costs more but it is true American Wire Gauge sized and tinned coated copper. It's worth a hard look if you live or the trailer is stored closer than 10 miles from the coast.
so, to start with fresh wiring what would I have to do? I am not a mechanic, but I have a close friend who is somewhat competent. he did half of his schooling and can complete basic repairs. I could follow the conduit but how far back do I replace it all? doesn't every cut in
the wiring create voltage drop?
