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TRD 110V plug for 4X4 w/SR5 PKG

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Speed8082, Sep 6, 2009.

  1. Sep 6, 2009 at 12:46 PM
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    Speed8082

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    Hi, I'm new to TW and a novice Tacoma Owner. I've had my 2005 DBL Cab 4X4 L/B w/SR5 pkg #8 since 2006.

    A friend said that the TRD's had a 110V plug located where I have the storage box in the bed of my truck. He said the plug had an on/off switch located in the cab.

    My question is, can I buy the parts to connect to the factory wiring harness in order to have this feature on my truck? I would very much like to be able to plug in a TV while tailgating so that I can watch football while waiting on my game to start.

    Thanks in advance, gald to have found this site.
     
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    It would be way, way easier to just run a 12v accessory outlet to the bed, and buy a standard 120v converter that plugs into that outlet.
     
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    Is the stock one even powerful enough to run a TV? I haven't used mine yet, but I have a 400w inverter and it wouldn't even run a laptop.

    I'd def. go with that 1500w inverter JKD posted.
     
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    Laptop power supplies typically draw under 100 watts; my 150 watt inverter has never had a problem with running one, and the 100w outlet in my wife's Pontiac Vibe always runs them fine.

    Something weird with your 400w inverter, I think.
     
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    I ran a 19" tv and a Directv DVR from my trucks outlet before. Worked fine.

    When the power went out in my neighborhood I was the only one on my street watching infomercials at 2 am.
     
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    I ahve never used mine i dont even know if it works
     
  10. Sep 6, 2009 at 3:57 PM
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    Thanks, Never thought of using the tow plug. I sure am glad I found this sight.
     
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    Would this have constant power(no need to have key in ignition)?
     
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    Not sure, Im planning on working on this next week. I'll let you know after I try it. If it requires the lights to be on etc, I'm going to add a "hot" 12V in the storage box.
     
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    Yes, please let me know how this turns out. :)
     

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