Under hood inverter install? Chev 3500HD
I would love to install an inverter under the hood of my 2016 3500HD D/A. Unfortunately the engine compartment is so packed I can't find room. I have the 220 amp alternator. Unfortunately it ap...
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Okay, you've convinced of what I already expected. The permanent installation in the engine compartment isn't a great idea.
I think I will go with plan B, use plug in connectors and store the inverter elsewhere when not in use. I will consider the Powerpole connectors and look into tow truck accessories. I have seen connectors permanently mounted in the grille of trucks but didn't pay much attention to them. I won't be putting connectors in the grille though.
I have the factory inverter and an additional 400 watt inverter inside the passenger compartment already. I do not want to run 20' or more round trip cable for the 2,000/4,000 watt inverter.
Battery powered tools are great and I have a dozen or so, but they cannot do the work of real 110v power tools.
I think I will go with plan B, use plug in connectors and store the inverter elsewhere when not in use. I will consider the Powerpole connectors and look into tow truck accessories. I have seen connectors permanently mounted in the grille of trucks but didn't pay much attention to them. I won't be putting connectors in the grille though.
I have the factory inverter and an additional 400 watt inverter inside the passenger compartment already. I do not want to run 20' or more round trip cable for the 2,000/4,000 watt inverter.
Battery powered tools are great and I have a dozen or so, but they cannot do the work of real 110v power tools.
