8 Gauge Wire
Got 25' of red and black 8 gauge copper wire, a 40 amp breaker and some lugs. I plan on wiring this truck correctly for the 12v frig. I hate to admit I never wired the three previous trucks correctl...
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I don't use the alternator for anything on the RV. Pulled that fuse.
Absorption fridges are really inefficient in any mode, 12v the worst.
If you are looking to upsize wiring and use the trucks alternator to supply power while you travel you might fine better efficiency inverting to 120V near the trucks battery and running 120v from there to the fridge. The wiring shouldn't be too hard saddled to the 7 pin with it's own quick connect.
We do run ours on 120v through the inverter/battery/solar during the day when sun is out but when this sucker dies I will going to a more efficient compressor unit.
Absorption fridges are really inefficient in any mode, 12v the worst.
If you are looking to upsize wiring and use the trucks alternator to supply power while you travel you might fine better efficiency inverting to 120V near the trucks battery and running 120v from there to the fridge. The wiring shouldn't be too hard saddled to the 7 pin with it's own quick connect.
We do run ours on 120v through the inverter/battery/solar during the day when sun is out but when this sucker dies I will going to a more efficient compressor unit.
