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bikerider Jan 21, 2023 04:49 PM

Do you have an inverter mounted in your rig? Was it worth the install?
 
For those that have a power inverter permanently mounted in your truck/blazer, was it worth the install?

christine_208 Jan 21, 2023 07:20 PM

Following!

Tom A Jan 21, 2023 07:30 PM

I have a small one (400W) that didn't really require much installation. It's permanently mounted and hard wired, but it wasn't really very involved. I've considered putting a bigger one, but I only have one battery, and I'm not sure how well something like a 2000W one would work.

bikerider Jan 21, 2023 08:38 PM


Originally Posted by Tom A (Post 746820)
I have a small one (400W) that didn't really require much installation. It's permanently mounted and hard wired, but it wasn't really very involved. I've considered putting a bigger one, but I only have one battery, and I'm not sure how well something like a 2000W one would work.

Where do you have your inverter mounted? What do you usually power with it?

Tom A Jan 21, 2023 08:59 PM


Originally Posted by bikerider (Post 746823)
Where do you have your inverter mounted? What do you usually power with it?

It's mounted in the cargo area. Mostly, I use it to power a Hot Logic food warmer while I'm on the trail.

christine_208 Jan 21, 2023 09:26 PM

With an inverter, is an upgraded alternator needed?

Tom A Jan 21, 2023 10:30 PM


Originally Posted by christine_208 (Post 746825)
With an inverter, is an upgraded alternator needed?

It probably wouldn't hurt. I have an AD244 alternator, but my inverter only draws like 20 amps. So I'm sure it would be fine with the stock one.

some Jan 22, 2023 05:22 PM

Carry a 250w for quick charging battery banks if needed, I just still have no real need for 120v while camping here up north in AZ

Wonder what the max should be but I figured 250w was safe.

bikerider Jan 25, 2023 03:38 PM


Originally Posted by Tom A (Post 746824)
It's mounted in the cargo area. Mostly, I use it to power a Hot Logic food warmer while I'm on the trail.

That's a good idea. I hear of people bringing coolers and small fridges even but it must be nice to have a food warmer on a cold day.

Tom A Jan 25, 2023 03:40 PM

I have a refrigerator, too, but it runs on 12V.


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