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 Fulltime power outlets
#1029645
06/06/11 03:25 AM
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Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 18
OP
Need a Spot
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I'd like my power outlets to work even when the truck is off. I did find the relay under the dash but I'm not sure which of the 4 connections I need to jumper. Can anyone help me out?
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 Re: Fulltime power outlets
[Re: thatsnowinnebago]
#1029646
06/06/11 03:31 AM
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Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 2,348
Body Damage is Cool
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Get a test light and find the all time hot. The only problem with that is not knowing it's amp carrying ability. Better off running a wire (bigger the better) from the battery to the console. Put an inline fuse on the battery for it and you will be safe.
89 SWB, V-6 5SPD, OME Shocks, 16.5X37's, 2"BL, SR axle, Gen2 brakes, Lincoln w/Superwinch
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Re: Fulltime power outlets
[Re: Mudraider]
#1029647
06/06/11 03:34 AM
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Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 4,479
Roll Me Over
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All fine and good until you forget you left the power block plugged in overnight and your starter clicks. I have outlets wired to a switch, and leave the factory outlets wired to the ignition. That way I don't overload the factory wiring with something bigger than its designed to run.
Richard E 1989 Montero - Stock-ish 1989 V6 Auto Raider - 5.3 Vortech Swap. 1987 Mitsubishi Starion 2.6t, soon to be 3.5 1983 Honda XL600R 
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Re: Fulltime power outlets
[Re: StockRaider]
#1029648
06/06/11 03:40 AM
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Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 2,348
Body Damage is Cool
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I have run them like that for the extra outlets for a long time on diffeent vehicles. The only thing that it powers overnites is the little lite telling you it's getting power. I have left the truck sit for a month and not had a start-up issue. Now if you left a radio on or something like that....yes.
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Re: Fulltime power outlets
[Re: Mudraider]
#1029649
06/06/11 11:28 PM
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Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 396
Mudrunner
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There is a device called "Battery Saver" that bolts on the positive terminal & then the battery cable connects to it. If the voltage drops to a preset point the accessories are turned off & there is still enough "juice" to crank your rig...Got 1 on a converted bus/ party wagon for lighting.Works great.
Va_Stumpy
89 Raider
"Never judge horsepower by exhaust"
3.0
automatic
stock as a rock
Dual Bouncy Seats
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Re: Fulltime power outlets
[Re: Va_Stumpy]
#1029650
06/07/11 03:32 AM
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Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 99
Getting the Wheeling Fever
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If you plan on running all of your aux. items in this manner, I'd suggest installing a designated deep cell battery for all of your aux. needs.
My brother has this set up and runs everything, except his starter off of it...radio, air system, work/camp lights, cb, charging units for cell phone and computer, etc. He wired it up with one of the Painless systems, so the charging is done correctly when needed. It's performed flawlessly.
Good Luck
'02 Montero: OME suspension, ARB front bumper, homemade skid plates & spare tire Blitz can mount, extended diff. breather, K&N air filter, Optima Yellow Top, BajaRack, IPF lights, Goodyear Duratrac 265/75/16's, RUD 4x4 Grip chains
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Re: Fulltime power outlets
[Re: thatsnowinnebago]
#1029651
06/07/11 08:22 AM
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Joined: Jan 2000
Posts: 16,227
Web Wheeler
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We (Grasscat did the work actually) ran power lines directly from the battery into the cabin and wired up a separate outlet in the center console between the seats. I then connected a 4 port 12v dc box to that. I run my street gps, a dual usb charger (for my phone and if needed, my ipad) a 110 AC inverter, and when I have it inside, my freezer fridge. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Fulltime power outlets
[Re: off-roader]
#1029652
06/07/11 04:17 PM
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Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 530
Rock Warrior
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We (Grasscat did the work actually) ran power lines directly from the battery into the cabin and wired up a separate outlet in the center console between the seats. I then connected a 4 port 12v dc box to that. I run my street gps, a dual usb charger (for my phone and if needed, my ipad) a 110 AC inverter, and when I have it inside, my freezer fridge. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" /> Is your freezer fridge a 12v or 110v? How much is the start-up draw? Thanks
HUMMER .25: No need to compensate.
1989 Dodge Raider: 3.0/5
1992 Chrysler LeBaron Convertible: 3.0/A
1994 GMC Safari: 4.3/A
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Re: Fulltime power outlets
[Re: WagonMaster]
#1029653
06/07/11 07:10 PM
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Joined: Jan 2000
Posts: 16,227
Web Wheeler
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Is your freezer fridge a 12v or 110v? How much is the start-up draw?
Thanks Both. It's an ARB 50qt unit. Not sure what the start-up draw is and I can't check til I get home later today but you can probably find it on ARB's website.
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Re: Fulltime power outlets
[Re: off-roader]
#1029654
06/07/11 09:35 PM
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Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 530
Rock Warrior
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Is your freezer fridge a 12v or 110v? How much is the start-up draw?
Thanks Both. It's an ARB 50qt unit. Not sure what the start-up draw is and I can't check til I get home later today but you can probably find it on ARB's website. Thanks! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />
HUMMER .25: No need to compensate.
1989 Dodge Raider: 3.0/5
1992 Chrysler LeBaron Convertible: 3.0/A
1994 GMC Safari: 4.3/A
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