No bed power? No problem! $9.99 do it yourself.

[BringTheLightnin]

Can I do this and plug an inverter into it to run more than 400w? I was thinking of installing a power outlet but need more than the 400w that jeep offers

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[EgulAye]

Can I do this and plug an inverter into it to run more than 400w? I was thinking of installing a power outlet but need more than the 400w that jeep offers

You would want to size the cable, connections, fusing, etc based on your expected load. You can run a 12,000 lb winch with big enough cable, you can run a bigger inverter as well, if you size everything properly.

 

[Readyt]

ShadowsPapa I did the same and made my own socket panel but I didn't want to drill or cut into the bed. My part comes out about 2.5 inches to allow space for the 12v sockets and wiring.

I've got the part listed on thingiverse for free download https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5739408. If you don't have a 3D printer, hit me up and I can maybe work with whoever to print and ship.

That Setup looks great! The link doesn't connect anymore. Like the inverter as well. Where is that outlet available at
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[Great Offender]

Where is that outlet available at

Although this is not the same one he used it is very similar.
https://www.amazon.com/Marine-Boat-Charger-Socket-Panel/dp/B0B4926XBC

Here's a cheaper one that I purchased but as of yet too lazy to install.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09JCNJGZ3/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1

 

[SD Rider]

That Setup looks great! The link doesn't connect anymore. Like the inverter as well. Where is that outlet available at?

They have it available on their website, but pretty pricey. Keep an eye on the current draw...as I just learned most cigarette/aux plugs are only rated for ~12-15A. My compressor is a 30A draw....so planning on a 40A plug rating with 8AWG wiring.

 

[Jim SoG]

WHAT A GREAT READ, THANK YOU ALL WHO POSTED HERE!

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Jim

 

[Tacklewasher]

Sorry to resurrect an old thread, but have started collecting parts to put 12V in the bed of my truck to run a compressor.

Have a Bulldog 150 PSI that looks to draw up to 50 amp.
Have a 175A Anderson plug. https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0CYZG7B68?ie=UTF8&th=1
Have a 60 A breaker https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0CYZG7B68?ie=UTF8&th=1
Some 6 Ga wire
And a 500 amp solenoid https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B08GPJG9K2?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title

Plan is to run the winch and this circuit off the solenoid, as I would never be winching and airing up at the same time. Then the breaker and the wire back to the bed to the plug.

I am hoping that this is overkill, but is there anything I have overlooked?

Thanks

 

[Blade1668]

Sorry to resurrect an old thread, but have started collecting parts to put 12V in the bed of my truck to run a compressor.

Have a Bulldog 150 PSI that looks to draw up to 50 amp.
Have a 175A Anderson plug. https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0CYZG7B68?ie=UTF8&th=1
Have a 60 A breaker https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0CYZG7B68?ie=UTF8&th=1
Some 6 Ga wire
And a 500 amp solenoid https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B08GPJG9K2?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title

Plan is to run the winch and this circuit off the solenoid, as I would never be winching and airing up at the same time. Then the breaker and the wire back to the bed to the plug.

I am hoping that this is overkill, but is there anything I have overlooked?

Thanks

From the list you gave it seems you got it figured out. My tip is to keep the breaker close to battery.

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