Installing a 12v power outlet in hatch area of MS3

[IrishMidak]

Ok, for a multitude of reasons, I want a 12v port in the back of my MS3. It should always have power and should look factory. Anyone know of an outlet that would look factory? Link? What guage cable should I use and where should I run it to for power?

 

[whitey4311]

Maybe you should have bought a truck, lol.

 

[IrishMidak]

Maybe you should have bought a truck, lol.

Not sure I could fit a truck back there but all I want is a 12V outlet.

 

[mhrebin]

im sure you could buy one of those multi port 12v deals and mount it in the hatch area. and just wire it up possible to the factory cig lighter/power outlet wires.

or tap it into a power wire or just run it right to the battery and have a switch for it to be turned off and on when you need it.

 

[Abaddon]

Ok, for a multitude of reasons, I want a 12v port in the back of my MS3. It should always have power and should look factory. Anyone know of an outlet that would look factory? Link? What guage cable should I use and where should I run it to for power?

What type of device / devices are you planning on connecting?

 

[whitey4311]

Not sure I could fit a truck back there but all I want is a 12V outlet.

thats pretty funny.

 

[Rotus8]

Check these out. They look really well made.
http://www.marinco.com/scpt/brandSe...rrentSubsection=12 Volt Plugs and Receptacles

 

[pmeilakjr]

Rear 12v outlet

I found this chart on the internet - not to say it is written in stone but the values look good. If you are worried about it bump it down to the next guage to be safe.

It really depends on what you plan to use the outlet for? 12 volts at 15 amps and 20 feet long - 14 guage which is pretty thick - I don't think you'll find another 14 guage wire on your car except for an alternator cable.

Cheers

Peter

 

[IrishMidak]

Check these out. They look really well made.
http://www.marinco.com/scpt/brandSe...rrentSubsection=12 Volt Plugs and Receptacles

Thanks, that is what I am looking for here
12VRCRV , which is a recepticle. Looking to have an OEM look to it so nothing hanging out.

What I am looking to power is things that I would use while camping or when I am out RC racing and need to charge batteries.