I'm converting a large cargo trailer into a toy hauler. Tons of questions to come.To start with. I have a spray foam insulator coming tomorrow. Once it is insulated I will run my electrical.(1) I plan to have it all in this unit. Starting from the front 110v plug. What size and type of wire is used from the plug to the panel box inside? I think I'm only putting in two breakers both 15amp 110v. One will be dedicated to the 60amp converter. Does the converter require more than a 15amp circuit? The other will be for 4 plugs. I think this is enough.Let's start here.Thanks for having me.Stew

The size of the circuit breaker is determined by the minimum size wire that you are installing.If you use #14 wire for a branch circuit, then a 15amp breaker is the largest you can use. For #12 wire, 20amp.The proper wire size for the converter is determined by it's rated amp draw. What is the rated amp draw of your converter? The AC draw, not the DC amp capability.

I hate to say it but if you had to ask these two questions you need to hire a licensed electrician before you burn the house down or hurt somebody. There is a lot more to it.I assume you are going to use 30A service. That would be 10AWG at a minimum. If it's over 30' consider 8AWG.The convertor should be serviced with 12AWG.Consider using 14/2 with gnd Armorflex and associated components for your service runs.Be careful.

2112 wrote:I hate to say it but if you had to ask these two questions you need to hire a licensed electrician before you burn the house down or hurt somebody. There is a lot more to it.Be careful.Bahh you have no sense of adventure!

krobbe wrote:The size of the circuit breaker is determined by the minimum size wire that you are installing.If you use #14 wire for a branch circuit, then a 15amp breaker is the largest you can use. For #12 wire, 20amp.The proper wire size for the converter is determined by it's rated amp draw. What is the rated amp draw of your converter? The AC draw, not the DC amp capability.I thought these converters were all the same input and draw to run them. this one is 1000watts at 60Hz on 105-130v

I've completly wired my house and passed code on the first attempt. I wasn't asking what wire to use I was simply asking if 4 plugs in a RV was enough. it seem like plenty to me. I don't see any need for a 20amp circuit. I've never owned a camper or camping belongings. Will I need my MIG welder while camping to justify a 20amp breaker. Probably not. Lol but may come in handy.

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Craneman32
Explorer
Jun 10, 2015
Ok progress is comin along nicely. I'm ready to fill the tank with water and pressure test the system. Propane to all the appliances is also ready to commence.

Everything was moving along nicely until work got in the way.
Craneman32
Explorer
May 09, 2015
I've been told you actually wire your pump to that monitor system for convenience. Only makes sense I guess.

Moving on.

What are your thoughts on mounting the grey and black to the bottom side of the trailer. Keep in mind it's not a deck over. It's 6.5' wide with now wheel wells inside. There is room and ground clearance but you would have to be very careful of 8" high obstacles.
I was basically going to self-tap into crossembers with a tap that clamps the edge of the tanks to them.
Our thought was to rock guard the tanks before mounting and placing a foam tape between the tank and the crossembers. Some metal strapping was also suggested.

This idea came up because the 10" bathroom subfloor (to hide tanks) leaves me with 2" of headroom in the shower. If I mount them under the trailer, well you see now.
Craneman32
Explorer
May 02, 2015
The schematic for the tank monitoring system is goofy. There is a 12g yellow and black wire from the monitor panel. It has black as ground and yellow was pump but the little white was also ground.

I'm going to have to call their tech support. There is no "+" or "-" on the diagram!
Craneman32
Explorer
Apr 30, 2015
Yes. I have one down the road from me here in Fort Saskatchewan. It's Murphys RV. A cluttered but good supply of stuff. I'm going to call them today about the door stuff.

I was hoping I could find a jam and door to match a Honey Oak look.
BurbMan
Explorer II
Apr 30, 2015
Craneman, you might start looking at RV salvage places. Bontrager's is a large salvage facility in Michigan and they operate an eBay Store.

Another good site is Factory RV Surplus.

I've found these can be great places to find stuff like you'll need on your RV build.
Craneman32
Explorer
Apr 30, 2015
Happy.Camper wrote:
1000Watts isn't enough.

You talking about a inverter?
Happy_Camper3
Explorer
Apr 30, 2015
1000Watts isn't enough.
Craneman32
Explorer
Apr 30, 2015
Today's accomplishment.

Nevermind. Adding photos to this site is like pulling teeth.
westend
Explorer
Apr 30, 2015
Craneman32 wrote:
Where do I get a bathroom door and jam? Buddy said his RV bathroom door is as thick as the 2x2 wall.

Any ideas?

Good place to think outside the box.

I used two shutters. You can buy a louvered or straight closet door also.
Craneman32
Explorer
Apr 30, 2015
Where do I get a bathroom door and jam? Buddy said his RV bathroom door is as thick as the 2x2 wall.

Any ideas?

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