Running trailer from tow vehicle inverter
Is it possible to run the trailer converter by plugging into a tow vehicle inverter?
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Yes, but you have to disconnect the converter if you're hooked up to the 7-way, otherwise you effectively create a short circuit.
I do it when I'm dry camped and can't park the van close enough to plug in the 7-way, but don't want to run the genny.
Beware some converts might not like modified sine wave inverters. Mine buzzes but so far hasn't let ay smoke out.
PS - Mine inverter was a 2400 watt. A regular factory inverter won't push enough current except to maybe keep a couple lights on.
I do it when I'm dry camped and can't park the van close enough to plug in the 7-way, but don't want to run the genny.
Beware some converts might not like modified sine wave inverters. Mine buzzes but so far hasn't let ay smoke out.
PS - Mine inverter was a 2400 watt. A regular factory inverter won't push enough current except to maybe keep a couple lights on.
