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    M416 trailer with Eezi-Awn rooftop tent - $6000, Portland, OR - SOLD

    It's rolling on 31" tires so it can take the.... bump!
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    M416 trailer with Eezi-Awn rooftop tent - $6000, Portland, OR - SOLD

    M416 trailer with Eezi-Awn rooftop tent. Tent is in great shape no rips, tears or smells. Always garage stored. Running on 31" tires (like new tread). Has 2" receiver in back for bike rack, or included toilet seat receiver (custom made bumper-dumper) Lock-N-Roll hitch and receiver (180°...
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    live in truck - power?

    100 watt solar panel on the roof, tied into the starter battery (or use a separate battery). This has worked like a charm over the years for my ARB fridge (assuming you live somewhere with relatively sunny weather). I did the same setup on my Tacoma, then a RAM 1500. Add a lithium jump pack...
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    Where to mount Solar Controller (Tacoma)

    Here is a picture of the controller in the bed in the Tacoma: https://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/ac-vs-dc-for-solar-powered-fridge.170300/page-3#post-2345503
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    Where to mount Solar Controller (Tacoma)

    I've done this on two trucks now (a Tacoma and RAM 1500). In both cases I had a canopy and put the controller in the bed. https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/12v-bed-outlet-install-write-up.378833/ https://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/12v-outlets-and-solar-controller-in-truck-bed.204961/
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    12v plug & socket

    I've used these: https://www.amazon.com/CNLINKO-Industrial-Connector-Receptacles-Waterproof/dp/B06XFMQHWM They are not 'standard', but if you're using all your own equipment you're good. 1/4 turn twist lock, 20 amp rating, and you can get with various terminal counts. (I'm using a 4-pin to...
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    Quality USB-C Panel Mount?

    This helps to exemplify my point! Instead of the Anker 30w, you can just plugin a Philips 60w! https://www.amazon.com/Portable-Compatible-Nintendo-DLP2759Q-37/dp/B07GC5CMC4/ :)
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    Quality USB-C Panel Mount?

    While I love the clean look of the flush mount integrated solutions, I feel that the specs and standards change too often for my liking (I'm looking at you 5v, 1 amp outlet+usb combo in my kitchen). When wiring up my truck bed I went with the boring 12v cig plugs for everything (on dedicated...
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    Power to truck bed - criticize my plan

    I've done this twice now. https://5thgenrams.com/community/threads/12v-outlet-in-bed.9747/ https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/12v-bed-outlet-install-write-up.378833/ I've put in 12v cig plugs which work well for me for most devices. I always have had a canopy on, so I don't worry about...
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    Help with system design (this stuff hurts my brain, yes I have used search)

    I added power to the bed of my Tacoma tied to the starter battery. See: https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/12v-bed-outlet-install-write-up.378833/ I don't have a write-up, but later I added 100 watts of solar to the roof rack via...
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    12V Fridge and 2019 RAM 1500 eTorque?

    I wouldn't count on it. The battery is only 430 watt hours (mostly just used for engine start/stop). My guess (only guessing) is that the battery+starter/generator only provides power to the 12v battery in the 'run' state. (Also a bit annoying is the ACC mode automatically turns off after 20...
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    Super-simple 12v power source for fridge?

    Battery 12V 35Ah - Fresh & Real 35 Amp - Deep Cycle AGM/SLA Seal Lead Acid Designed for Generic Use - Genuine KEYKO KT-12350 - Nut & Bolt L2 Terminal https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M0AXD00/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_JUCCDb8T14XFX BlueFire PWM 30A Digital Solar Charge Controller Regulator 12V 24V with...
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    Super-simple 12v power source for fridge?

    I picked up a 35ah deep cycle battery, cheap pwm controller and a 100 watt panel off Amazon. Runs the fridge (arb 50 quart) without issue for weekly camping trips (generally full sun). Battery is topped off from the night by 10am. No issues in 2 years.
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    Trailer TO Truck charging..

    Should do without saying, but make sure it's fused appropriately. If you connect the starter and trailer batteries together and attempt to start the vehicle you're going to be trying to pull half the current (ish) from the second battery. If you're doing this over a piece of narrow gauge wire...
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    12v outlets and solar controller in truck bed

    It's part of the bedrug liner. https://bedrug.com/bedrug-impact-bedliner Keeps crap from falling into the gap (also one of the things that once you have you just take for granted). The "impact" liner is like a hybrid between a rubber mat and plastic bedliner (has some grip, and some flex). What...
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    12v outlets and solar controller in truck bed

    I used to have a 2011 Toyota Tacoma and wired up a 12v outlet in the bed (see write up here: https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/12v-bed-outlet-install-write-up.378833/ ) Well fast forward a few years and I found that a teenager, 7 yr old, and newborn don't fit so well in a Tacoma. Go figure...
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    Parts list request: 12v outlet near tailgate

    Here is the complete write up for you! https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/12v-bed-outlet-install-write-up.378833/
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    Will reducing wire size after a long run drop my voltage?

    If you want to do it the "right" way use some connectors like this: http://www.te.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController?Action=showdoc&DocId=Catalog+Section%7F82021_CPC_sections1-5%7F0707%7Fpdf%7FEnglish%7FENG_CS_82021_CPC_sections1-5_0707.pdf (see series 5 which can accept 8 gauge wire)...
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    Will reducing wire size after a long run drop my voltage?

    I did the same setup in my Tacoma about 3 years back. The write up is here: https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/12v-bed-outlet-install-write-up.378833/ I ran 10 gauge wire to a fuse block in the bed with a 50 qt ARB fridge. Worked like a champ for 3 years (i've since upgrade to a Ram 1500 and...
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    PPG100 Portable Power Station Now Available

    Here are the best specs you can find on it: http://midlandusa.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/PPG100-Owners-Manual.pdf Looks mostly like a GoalZero Yeti 1000: https://www.goalzero.com/shop/power-stations/goal-zero-yeti-1000-lithium-portable-power-station/ ***I'm not advocating for either unit...
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