How can I get 12v/ac power to bed!

Hi everyone! My one gripe with my 24 TRD OR base is the fact that their is not power in the bed, one owner put a marine grade 12v in the back but is the wiring there? I saw the OEM part below but wondering if I can install with some sawing and elbow grease?

https://www.sparksparts.com/oem-par...xe8pqEAKX7MjkIgC3ed10uuQhG1NmvWIaAlX4EALw_wcB

 

Its very easy to do.

You add an accessory line to the battery terminal, make sure that it is equipped with the right size fuse, then route it all the way down the passenger frame rail.

I would personally rather do it that way, knowing that the wiring is the correct gauge for the job, than to tap into existing circuits.

 

Thank you! This sounds easy enough.

 

If you want 120v AC, you'll need an inverter.

 

I think 12v would be enough for my needs, no inverter necessary?

 

Just remember, if you do it the simplest way, that means if you forget and leave something plugged in it will keep drawing off your battery. You might want to add a relay that turns off the power when your truck is off.

What is your use case for 12v power in your truck bed? Without a deep cycle battery even an efficient fridge could drain your battery overnight.

 

It would be for basic things. Inflating rafts camp mattresses, charging devices, etc. Nothing like a fridge yet

 

Nope. No inverter needed. It would be a lot easier than adding that OEM door to just add this to your bed:

$12 Blue Sea Systems 1011 Dash Socket, 12V, Black

https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Sea-Sys...dcd211ec14be38e8870c5384c81d5b1a&gad_source=1

 

Just be careful charging anything with the truck off. I forgot I left a small jump-pack plugged in once and flattened my battery. Luckily I was able to jump start my truck with said jump-pack!

 

I love Blue-Sea stuff. I've got a pile of these I pulled outta my last build. I'd highly recommend these as well!

 

Can't beat $1 a volt!

 

Make an adapter that plugs into the 7pin trailer connector

 

This isn't the worst idea. Only powered when truck is on, too.

 

Great idea! Found this Amazon, seems like the quickest solution for now!

$23 Reese Towpower 78119 Wiring Adapter, 7-Way to 5-Way & 4-Way Flat, w/LED Tester Adapter Built-in 12V Power Outlet.

https://www.amazon.com/Reese-Towpow...815d5ed685&pd_rd_i=B0049MVDZG#customerReviews

 

that right there is pretty awesome!

 

Or invest in some batteries from Makita, et al, and run a proper tools like inflators or power sources, etc.

And then be in a great spot to expand your tool arsenal over time...

 

I too was disappointed about no power in the bed without the upgrade package. Saw that OEM part and was hoping for plug and play, but seems dependent on additional parts to make it work. Wasn't worth the hassle or risk trying to find out.

Went the DIY route with Blue Sea Systems 4366, 10 gauge running along the frame rail, 15A breaker near the battery. Like others mentioned need to remember to turn it off... I figure it's just a matter of time until I forget and kill the battery, but that's what the Noco is for

 

This looks awesome and is exactly what I need! Can you send more pics of the breaker connection point (sorry I am new to diy electrical_)

 

Snapped a few more photos for you. There are extra wires in the photo... Ignore the exposed red wire on top of the breaker. I temporarily ziptied the breaker to the battery bracket because I'm not sure what my long term plan is for cable/battery management. Not an expert by any means, but researching around made this seem like the easiest method.

Second photo shows where I fed it from the engine bay down toward the frame (behind front passenger wheel well). Third photo is where it popped out below to start following the frame.

20ft of wire almost wasn't long enough. It took a good amount of time underneath the truck to run it along the frame as directly as possible to reach the rear passenger corner of the bed.

In addition to the items below you'd also need wire loom and the appropriately sized terminal connectors.

Blue Sea Systems 4366...

$81 Blue Sea Systems 4366 Water-Resistant Accessory Panel with Circuit Breaker, 12V Socket, Dual USB Charger, Mini Voltmeter, Black

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PP1V3L5?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
10 Gauge Marine Wire,20ft 10 AWG...

$32 10 Gauge Marine Wire 10 AWG Duplex Marine Grade Wire,20ft Tinned Copper Electrical Cable for Boat/Automotive/RV/Camper/Trailer Outdoor Use

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C281M62W?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
T Tocas Circuit Breaker 15A E69...

T Tocas Waterproof Circuit Breaker 15A AMP E69 for Marine Truck Boat RV Automotive Mid Range Mini T3 Manual Reset Switchable Compact Medium IP66 (15a)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BZR8W6N2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

 

Thank you! This is great information.