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11-26-2017, 03:38 PM
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Location: Texas Coastal Bend
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Extension Cord Adapter
Has anyone found an adapter that will allow you to plug a standard household extension cord directly into the trailer's power input socket without having to use the heavy 30A cord? I like to work on my trailer while it's in storage and would like to avoid dragging out the heavy cable just to adapt to a regular 15A extension cord. I've searched high and low with no luck.
I know it's not exactly a big deal, but it would be pretty convenient. Thanks as always for any input!
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11-26-2017, 03:47 PM
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I looked for one like that but couldn't find it.
I think the solution is to buy a standard extension cord and get a replacement end that will match the camper power connection, cut off the extension cord and put the replacement end on to make one for yourself.
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11-26-2017, 03:51 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by DougW
I looked for one like that but couldn't find it.
I think the solution is to buy a standard extension cord and get a replacement end that will match the camper power connection, cut off the extension cord and put the replacement end on to make one for yourself.
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Now there's an idea! Can't believe I didn't think of this before, I'm always making gadgets like that. Thanks for the tip! 
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11-26-2017, 03:51 PM
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This should work for you.
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11-26-2017, 03:52 PM
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I bought my SS2300 new/used and it has an adpter that connects the 30 amp cord to an extention cord. Sorry I can't tell you the make or where you can buy one, but it exists!
Phil
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11-26-2017, 03:53 PM
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11-26-2017, 04:00 PM
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Amazing, while looking for the parts to make an adapter as suggested I find this:
https://www.amazon.com/Epicord-Campe...+rv+plug&psc=1
Thanks to everyone for the responses, I guess my Google skills need a little sharpening up!
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11-30-2017, 08:19 PM
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Amazon has everything.
I already had a couple really heavy gauge 120V extension cords. All I needed was the twist lock adapter plug, and I can run my camper either from household current or my generator. Of course, I have the other type of adapter for the other end so I can plug my camper power cord into a regular 120V socket, too.
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12-01-2017, 10:30 AM
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Location: Four Corners, FL
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Quote:
Originally Posted by DougW
I looked for one like that but couldn't find it.
I think the solution is to buy a standard extension cord and get a replacement end that will match the camper power connection, cut off the extension cord and put the replacement end on to make one for yourself.
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Great Dougs think alike.. I was thinking about this exact thing the other night- a 50amp to 20amp extension cord for my generator. I'd buy a 5' (my generators get bumper mounted and my camper plug is back there) one in a heartbeat.
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12-02-2017, 12:07 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by DavidBo
Has anyone found an adapter that will allow you to plug a standard household extension cord directly into the trailer's power input socket without having to use the heavy 30A cord? I like to work on my trailer while it's in storage and would like to avoid dragging out the heavy cable just to adapt to a regular 15A extension cord. I've searched high and low with no luck.
I know it's not exactly a big deal, but it would be pretty convenient. Thanks as always for any input!
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https://www.amazon.com/ABN-Electrica...+amp+to+15+amp
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12-02-2017, 03:50 AM
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Ebay appears to have some a little cheaper than Amazon; worth a look. Stay away from Camping World if at all possible.
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