Power cord mods

[donzie67]

I'm looking to not havering to use my 50 amp power cord. I'll be mostly boon-docking and no need for 50 amps. I'm looking to find an adapter that is 50 AMP 90 Degree Locking Female or 50 amp straight locking female that would go where the conventional power cord would and knock that down to a 20 amp Standard male that I can just plug to an extension cord to plug into my generator on the days my solar is not enough or my inverter to power the electric outlets in my rig.

[kc8lvy]

I do not have one but is this what you are looking for? I did a google search and this one came up along with one with a longer power cord.

Amazon.com: Conntek 14422 RV Pigtail Adapter 15 Amp Male Plug With Screw To 50 Amp 125/250 Volt Locking Female Connector: Patio, Lawn & Garden

[donzie67]

That's it. I looked though their page and Camco as well and did not see one. If it was a 90 degree it would be exactly what I dreamed of. This will do perfectly. Thanks.

[kc8lvy]

Found it here also

RV Power Adapter - 15/20 Amp M to 50 Amp F

[garbonz]

you could get that one and a 50 amp right angle female to male and get er done that way.

[ironj]

I use the conntek...use it with a reg extension whrn I have my trailer in storage...depending on how long your extension cord is u will see a pretty significant voltage drop if u dont use a thick gauge extension....

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[donzie67]

If I am boon-docking, it would only be 20 foot max. To reach the generator if need be and to plug into the inverter. Thanks guys.

[ironj]

I wanted to use a shorter cord, but once parked it was 30+ foot to the power plug from my trailer plug. Oh well...live n learn! Lol...in any case adapter works fine... I have never seen a right angle marinco style plug...so your prib stuck with a straigt one ...

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[Ramblin Recks]

Originally Posted by kc8lvy

I do not have one but is this what you are looking for? I did a google search and this one came up along with one with a longer power cord.

Amazon.com: Conntek 14422 RV Pigtail Adapter 15 Amp Male Plug With Screw To 50 Amp 125/250 Volt Locking Female Connector: Patio, Lawn & Garden

Same one I have. I use it at home and will use it with a genny. Very good.

[Electricalnightmare]

If you guys are worried about line loss you can always use a thicker gauge extension cord to mount on the end of that adapter. Here's a 10 gauge I've used in the past...

10 gauge extension cord

I haven't used that adapter, but the mfg. says it's already using 10 gauge. Should work well.

[speters53]

Originally Posted by kc8lvy

I do not have one but is this what you are looking for? I did a google search and this one came up along with one with a longer power cord.

Amazon.com: Conntek 14422 RV Pigtail Adapter 15 Amp Male Plug With Screw To 50 Amp 125/250 Volt Locking Female Connector: Patio, Lawn & Garden

I have this one and have used it at NASCAR with my portable 2000w Honda instead of my 5.5 onan. Works great to run the tv, charge cell phones, run the lights, radio, etc.

[Ramblin Recks]

Originally Posted by speters53

I have this one and have used it at NASCAR with my portable 2000w Honda instead of my 5.5 onan. Works great to run the tv, charge cell phones, run the lights, radio, etc.

I use the same one with a good 12g extension cord, just for lights and charging. It beats using the heavy 50A cord when it is not needed.

[campingwilliamsons]

I use the same one when I have the trailer in storage to keep the batteries charged and to precool the fridge before a trip. That service cord has enough copper for a thief to think they need to haul it off. My beat up looking extension cord (12ga) keep them walking. I also use it when we pull the trailer to the house for loading, etc... The lightweight extension cord sure is nice to move around compared to the 50amp service cable. I am still amazed at how much the price was. That 50 amp twist lock connector is spendy!