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08-11-2010, 08:34 AM
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Nights Camped in 2010 - 2
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Maryland
Posts: 210
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30 amp trailier, 50 amp site
All,
This is a real newbie question. As I research campsites, I am seeing more 50 amp sites and have been offered a couple at a few of the camp grounds as I plan out the rest of summer. I only have a 30 amp breaker and shore power cord. Can I use a 50 amp site with my trailer? I hate to even ask, but want to be informed on the subject, so I can make the right plans for our outtings. Thanks,
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George Kelly
2011 Rockwood Ultra Light 2604
Dodge RAM 1500 Larime 4x4, 5.7 HEMI
Nights Camped 2010 = 18
Nights Camped 2011 = 15
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08-11-2010, 08:45 AM
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Moderator Emeritus
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Shenandoah Valley of Virginia
Posts: 9,280
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Quote:
Originally Posted by sailingsuppo46
All,
This is a real newbie question. As I research campsites, I am seeing more 50 amp sites and have been offered a couple at a few of the camp grounds as I plan out the rest of summer. I only have a 30 amp breaker and shore power cord. Can I use a 50 amp site with my trailer? I hate to even ask, but want to be informed on the subject, so I can make the right plans for our outtings. Thanks,
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Yep, you should be good to go. You will need a 50 amp to 30 amp adapter so that your 3 pin plug will work.
Most of the time for us, when there is 50 amp service, there is also a 30 amp receptacle in the electrical box also, as well as a 20 amp plug-in.
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Chap , DW Joy, and Fur Baby Sango
2017 F350 Lariat CCSB, SRW, 4x4, 6.7 PS
2017 Grand Design Reflection 337RLS
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08-12-2010, 05:48 AM
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Cunning Linguist
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Wesley Chapel, FL
Posts: 56
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Generally....
30 amp user at 50 Amp site = good
50 amp user at 30 amp site = bad
As stated above, a lot of sites have the 30A & 50A recepticles side-by-side in the box, with a 115-120v, 15-20a dual recepticle.
Just have your adaptor (although some of the site convenience stores have them for sale,....albeit at 10x wha you would pay for it at Walmart)
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08-12-2010, 07:11 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Prairieville, Louisiana
Posts: 1,923
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George,
The majority of the time, when a campground post 50 amp sites, it'll look like this.
50 on the left, 30 in the center, 20 on the right.
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08-12-2010, 08:10 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Louisville, KY
Posts: 10,525
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Just took an extended trip to several western states.
10 or 12 different camp grounds.
We hit one with a 50 amp only post but the owner offered to
loan me a 50/30 adapter.
I declined because I wanted to try out my new one.
Get one from Wally World and put it somewhere you can
find it but don't expect to need it maybe ever.
OTOH if you ever do need it you'll be SO GLAD you have it!!
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Peace!
Dan & Rita D
2017 Nissan Titan 5.6L King cab 4wd
2016 Evergreen Everlite 242RBS
29' empty nest model. Blue Ox WD hitch
(1 queen bed, large main cabin and huge bathroom)
Camping days 2010-53, 2011-47, 2012-41, 2013-41, 2014-31, 2015-40, 2016-44, 2017-63, 2018-75, 2019-32, 2020-41, 2021-49, 2022-43, 2023-66
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08-12-2010, 08:23 AM
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Nights Camped in 2010 - 2
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Maryland
Posts: 210
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All,
Thanks. I will grab an adapter for my just in case box. I would hate to have to inform the Admiral that we are not going to have AC due to me not having the right gear. The money expended will be well invested if I ever need it. To painful to be without one. Thanks again everyone as always you were a great help. Cheers,
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George Kelly
2011 Rockwood Ultra Light 2604
Dodge RAM 1500 Larime 4x4, 5.7 HEMI
Nights Camped 2010 = 18
Nights Camped 2011 = 15
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08-12-2010, 09:39 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Louisville, KY
Posts: 10,525
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I have used my 20 foot 30 amp extension cord maybe 3 or 4 times.
They are kinda pricey but again, if you need one and don't have it....
Donno if Wally World sells them?
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08-12-2010, 09:45 AM
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Moderator Emeritus
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Ontario, Canada
Posts: 800
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The WallyMarts here in Canada have 30 Amp cords.
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08-12-2010, 08:09 PM
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Cunning Linguist
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Wesley Chapel, FL
Posts: 56
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Quote:
Originally Posted by sailingsuppo46
...for my just in case box.
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if you already know to have a "just in case box", your well on your a way to a long and enjoyable camping career 
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