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tooldad1041
Explorer
May 09, 2013

Want to add a battery to my truck camper - help please

I am new to truck campers, however I know that trailer campers have this feature. Most of the time where we camp, we will be running off a generator or 12v power. I want to add a battery to my tru...
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pezvela
Explorer
May 10, 2013
tooldad1041 wrote:
When the truck is on,the fridge automatially switches to 12v. with engine running, that shouldnt be a problem, right?


ONLY if the engine is running. If it isnt, the electrical draw on 12v ONLY (not on propane) will drain many batteries in well under an hour.

I have an older Dometic. If 110v power is lost, it auto switches to propane. I must MANUALLY switch to 12v.

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