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accessory controled inverter

Discussion in 'Technical Chat' started by lacchloetacoma, Oct 5, 2014.

  1. Oct 5, 2014 at 7:04 PM
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    lacchloetacoma

    lacchloetacoma [OP] New Member

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    hey guys

    new to tacomas!

    just trying to install a 3 way 12v socket (10A) and 120v (500w 30A) inverter in the bed of my 09. From the battery area i ran two : 12 and 8 gauge wires ti the driver bed storage box. they're in a exterior junction box waiting
    but i need to know how to tap in a output that is controlled by accessory only so i don't discharge the battery . I will be installing a fusebox near the battery.

    also, what is the "batt chrg" relay socket in the main fuse box?

    i plan on passing the accessory feed thru a solar controller/relay to stop loads if battery is too low and maintain a trickle voltage charge on my battery (25watt solar panel) so having the
     
  2. Oct 5, 2014 at 7:08 PM
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    ... wholesetup in a waterproof pvc box near the battery is a must.

    thanks
    sorry for the interrupted message! out in the woods and connection keeps dropping!
     
  3. Oct 11, 2014 at 7:59 AM
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    BlindingWhiteTac.

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    Just the essentials and no extra fluff.
    I was under the impression that the wiring for the oem bed receptacle was already there as part of the factory wiring harness, the only thing missing was the switch, inverter, and plug.
     
  4. Oct 11, 2014 at 2:31 PM
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    ok you are probably right but do you know what the wattage rating is? i want to get more wattage, a real 500w continuous... where can i locate the oem receptacle wiring?
     
  5. Oct 11, 2014 at 2:37 PM
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    Factory location is on the right side of the bed toward the rear.
     

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