Elec. sys. remodel - suggestions wanted 1984FC35SB

[Al Scudder]

Coming from my Boating side of my lifeto RV'in I can tell you that in Boating and at all boating supply houses you can take 2 30 amp outlet to a cheaterbox to make the 50 amp trip.The box is $$ but they do work. I would not be able to tell you of the reliability when you have a oven micro, charger, hot water heater all come on a the same time for the most part boat marina only have 30 amp services except in very large docks that will accommodate a large vessel.

Scooter 2000XL Ocqueoc, MI

From: hippieforever3

Sent: Sunday, January 18, 2009 1:45 PM

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Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Elec. sys. remodel - suggestions wanted 1984FC35SB

I'm in the early stages of a complete remodel on my 84FC35SB and
first up is the electrical system.

One thing that would make the design simpler is to disconnect the two
30A runs and only use the 50A connector with a "cheater" adapter on
the 50A cord.

If I understand this correctly the only downside to this is if you
hook up to shore power you will be limited to 30A MAX and never have
the infrequently used option of connecting to two separate 30A
supplies. Is this the ONLY downside? Have I over looked something?

I'm also convinced I'm going to need a separate house battery bank
for the type of travel we anticipate so I will have one alternator,
one shore hook-up and one generator (currently being refurbed for
reliable operation). If anyone have done a similar remodel, I would
absolutely love for you to share what you did. When I look at the
options I'm overwhelmed by the choices and I've got to solidify this
design soon.

Regards,
GPSGary
1984FC35SB