12V Truck Bed OUTLETS - Installation Guide

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  • @johndwyer346
    @johndwyer346 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video wish the background music was a bit lower when you’re talking. Thats a great idea for the bed of the truck, thanks for sharing and making it look so easy.

  • @Niafifia
    @Niafifia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you! I'm planning to upgrade my battery. My topper has yet to arrive and I'm having them wire in 12 volt. I'll have to see if that will suffice. I wired in a panel like yours for my travel trailer. I love it. I had never done that before so I was happy. Thank God for TH-cam and people like you!

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's awesome Monica! I'm glad the video was of some help!

  • @mrmotofy
    @mrmotofy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Always use the black wire split loom to protect your cables from abrasions especially underneath. I've found it cheapest at Harbor Freight

  • @Likethetacosauce
    @Likethetacosauce 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Much cleaner than other setups on TH-cam

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I appreciate your appreciation, lol.

  • @TobIas-or9dj
    @TobIas-or9dj 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Protect those wires underneath the car with split wire loom tubing. Number one cause for a fire in overland vehicles is wires rubbing unprotected on metal.
    Otherwise great video mate

  • @PBS-nm1uu
    @PBS-nm1uu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    this is the best video i have seen, great explanation. thanks

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! I really appreciate that.

  • @polyamdotus
    @polyamdotus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That looks so Clean!!!!

  • @davidneilson3508
    @davidneilson3508 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Probably the #1 wiring failure over time is butt connectors. To be fair this was a good job and the heat shrink will hold it all together nicely. 🌴👍👍😎🌴

  • @G.O.2020
    @G.O.2020 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! I'm going to add this to my setup soon.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Stephen! Let me know and I'll help ya out ;-)

  • @randyknuckles4132
    @randyknuckles4132 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video....exactly what I was wanting to do to the TACO

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm glad you enjoyed it! Hope your project goes well!

    • @hotshotstenniscalifornia5367
      @hotshotstenniscalifornia5367 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Did you end up doing this to the Tacoma? I have a 3rd Gen Tacoma and want to run the same setup. You have any videos/photos on it by chance? Thanks

  • @koalafan1576
    @koalafan1576 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice video and project. I am thinking of doing this as well as putting an inverter below my back seat and running a 120v to my truck bed.

  • @simonsilvagno4900
    @simonsilvagno4900 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Instead of doing that 3 to 1 connection you should Bridge the terminals on the accessories.

  • @bhshakari
    @bhshakari 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great, thanks for making and sharing!

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome and thank you for watching!

  • @georgederocher8202
    @georgederocher8202 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    After seeing so
    many sockets mounted on the side, after watched thus it occurred to me that there’s less chance of cargo banging into them where you mounted them
    . Side benefit , and yeah, easy to access . Planning this for my Colorado. Already have a battery box with various plugs, containing a 100ah LifePo4 battery , but I want an alternator 12v source while driving . I’ll probably set mine for ignition on, but might hook one up constant to charge a phone etc. while sitting

  • @ImASurvivorNThriver
    @ImASurvivorNThriver 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was great! Thanks for sharing.

  • @leadfoot8045
    @leadfoot8045 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome tutorial !! Thanks man !!

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome! Glad you found it helpful.

  • @bucksawlilgoose
    @bucksawlilgoose 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video! Thanks for putting this together!

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I'm gald it was helpful.

  • @juanrangel702
    @juanrangel702 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very good video. Well detailed. Thank you

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I'm glad it was helpful.

  • @charliecaltagarone9234
    @charliecaltagarone9234 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you...Great video. I was wondering why you decided to use connectors instead of soldiering where you used the 8 gu connector. On the outlets I can see why you used the connectors so it will be easy to remove. Just curious.... Thanks again

  • @Vegadoesmedia
    @Vegadoesmedia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Some helpful advice. When you put music on a video put it at -16 to -18 on the volume or gain level in whatever editing software you're using so its not so loud and when you talk you can drop it down to -25. Those are the best levels to use for video.

  • @krisc6012
    @krisc6012 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nicely done bud, thx

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're very welcome! I'm glad it was helpful.

  • @TeamTakeAwayMN
    @TeamTakeAwayMN 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Instead of the 8ga connector. You could have ran your leads to the first accessory and then jumped them to the next and so on. Either way. Great install!

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks! I'll have to keep that in mind on future projects.

  • @alsaffarstudios
    @alsaffarstudios 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great neat work, well done and thanks for sharing it with us.

  • @parrishmooneyham6095
    @parrishmooneyham6095 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good video, good explanations, but you might want to expand on why you popped a 15A fuse, what caused it and what you did remedy the situation. ;).. that would valuable well. But well done. ;)

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I will keep that in mind, thank you!

  • @fragil7251
    @fragil7251 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome video dude
    Well made.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man! I'm glad you appreciate it.

  • @joerivas9847
    @joerivas9847 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    To protect those exposed terminals, you should use dielectric grease to inhibit corrosion.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the suggestion Joe! I'll keep that in mind for next time

  • @flierbill
    @flierbill 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great quality video, just what I plan on doing soon, I'll check out the other video you mentioned,. Thanks

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Good luck on your projects!

  • @NotSoSuave
    @NotSoSuave 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good video. Thanks for the idea.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I'm glad it was helpful.

  • @VoodooViking
    @VoodooViking ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Marking the screw holes then drilling and tapping a couple of screws makes it a lot easier to do this job. Then just mark center on the main holes and use a holesaw. Takes a little more prep but run time is actually shorter and you don’t screw up as easily. Just a piece of advice.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks John!

    • @VoodooViking
      @VoodooViking ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AmateurAtBest yeah. Not to different from your method but a couple little shortcuts

  • @MichaelGalletly
    @MichaelGalletly 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Really well done, thanks!

  • @DodgeCwby99
    @DodgeCwby99 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Pretty Cool, gunna end up doing this, but.. when it comes to wiring.. always loom any wires outside of vehicle .. and solder and heat shrink your connections.. butt connectors fail, but all in all.. great idea!

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah soldering is ideal. I actually just started using those all in one heat shrink/solder connectors and I'm pretty impressed with them.

  • @tritownnow
    @tritownnow 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looks good...

  • @ati573
    @ati573 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Make sense to me, I'm doing the same thing for the same purpose to my gladiator. Light access is the best

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's awesome! Send me a photo when you get done. I'd like to see how it turns out.

  • @pdab4372
    @pdab4372 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video of a great idea!

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man! I'm glad you enjoyed the video and hopefully got some good ideas of your own from it.

  • @militarygradegear4004
    @militarygradegear4004 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Comment #200! Great Job!!

  • @benspencer2746
    @benspencer2746 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice video mate 👍

  • @forster46
    @forster46 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have the same auxilary fuse box laying around that I've been wanting to install in my silverado but I've been putting it off since I can't really figure out a good place to mount it that won't be in the way. But I've got some lights and and bed outlet like this I wanna install in the next month or so, so I need to install the fuse box. Great video

    • @austinmchaney
      @austinmchaney 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      So did you ever get around to installing that?

  • @russellwood8750
    @russellwood8750 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great idea absolutely love it. Don't know why you couldn't put it where you originally wanted to though couldn't you offend the wires in from the top all the way down and then run it along your frame you wouldn't have had to get your hands up in there if you came from the top not sure what I would be missing would love to know

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It definitely could be done, it would have been a pain in my ass though and I just don't have the patients 😄. I don't regret where I put it, it's been working fine and it's easy to access from standing at the tailgate.

  • @genoory5090
    @genoory5090 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love it! I'm gonna do this on my ranger. You ever thought about putting in a general socket to add with that?

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Do you mean a standard 120v home socket? That will have to be run through an inverter. I do wire one in but it's in the cab. A 600 watt.

    • @genoory5090
      @genoory5090 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AmateurAtBest yeah, pretty much a 120v socket that's actually made for jeeps/trucks I've seen as a factory standard

  • @jdlf117
    @jdlf117 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Woah that was a baby

  • @leeandrews5441
    @leeandrews5441 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'll probably go to do that to my truck

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's definitely be a worthwhile project. I use it all the time.

  • @eacit3322
    @eacit3322 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I might not get a response but where can I find that converter and fuse attachment.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  ปีที่แล้ว

      Can you give me a time stamp on the items you're referring to?

  • @whitstroben4978
    @whitstroben4978 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks, music makes to hard to watch because it's loud

  • @hannahssong
    @hannahssong 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great content! What type of fridge slide are you using? Looks great! I love your set up! Thanks!

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! That's a Cargo Glide bed slide.

  • @stanb990
    @stanb990 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If you want it in the sidewall just cut a single hole that everything can slide into drop your wires and screw the face plate down

  • @MWDAdventures
    @MWDAdventures 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    so my question is how well is it holding up . I have had friends wire up similar setups and after a year all of the switches are so corroded they don't work. salt will find its way up there if you live in snow country.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      So far so good. We don't recieve too much snow, maybe a foot or two a year, but nothing had corroded yet.

    • @maxxcobb
      @maxxcobb 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      You could dab some grease around the connectors. Lithium or axel grease or Vaseline etc.

    • @mrmotofy
      @mrmotofy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nope don't use regular grease. Use Dielectric grease

  • @DeadmanR68
    @DeadmanR68 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome

  • @parrishmooneyham6095
    @parrishmooneyham6095 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have a 2020 silverado with a plug in the back that I have yet to use. Hahaha, haven't really needed it.. yet. 👍

  • @blackmenace20051
    @blackmenace20051 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What’s that thing called sitting on top of your fuse box?

  • @timmack4968
    @timmack4968 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    skip those 8 awg butt connectors on the 12 awg and just use female quick disconnect terminals, daisy chained. Less splice points and less possibilities to lose a connection.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I will keep that in mind for next time.

  • @sue8033
    @sue8033 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hi thank you for your videos I ordered a Leer topper for my 2500HD Silverado with the plugs mounted How will they hook them up and should I have a separate battery I want refrigerator on the road and charging for devices

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry for the late response. You may consider a second battery if you're running a fridge.

    • @justinwilliams2144
      @justinwilliams2144 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sue - I'm considering a Jackery 1000 portable power station. Then I'll be running solar to charge it but I will also use the method here to charge it as well. Only difference being ill wire the car charger outlet as to only be hot when ignition is on. Solar charging the Jackery when car is off and 12v charging the Jackery when the car is on..... The dometic fridge will stay plugged into the Jackery the entire trip.

  • @pohoholoholo5712
    @pohoholoholo5712 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, without a power inverter doesn't that make the outlet 12v?

  • @bhshakari
    @bhshakari 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Close captions should be selected (for subtitles), as the music is often too loud and makes it difficult to hear essential instruction.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I thought I had activated subtitles. Are they not showing up?

  • @bunzoflo84
    @bunzoflo84 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the video. It helped me install the same set up for my truck. What fuse did you use to connect this install on your fuse box? I watched your fuse box installation and im going to install one on mine too. Thanks again. Good videos.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome! Thank you for the feedback, I'm glad the video was helpful. I threw in a 10 amp fuse, that was enough for my application.

    • @bunzoflo84
      @bunzoflo84 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AmateurAtBest thanks man. Also do u run a relay for your fuse box? Ill be installing some accessory lights in the near future.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bunzoflo84 I haven't run any relays yet.

  • @macphast9011
    @macphast9011 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is there a reason that you couldn't have used your original location on the side of the box merely by dropping the wire down from the outlet mounting holes, then running the wire to the front of the truck for connection to the power source?

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah that's what I was going to do originally but I wouldn't be able to unplug and swap out the outlets very easily. Thus is a much better location for me.

  • @crossbow3539
    @crossbow3539 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Need a 110 ac outlet from an inverter

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah that would be nice in the bed. I have one in the cab that's been working good for my needs.

  • @JEFF81571
    @JEFF81571 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why didn’t u show exactly which wire attached to each prong on each switch??

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My apologies. I believe the prongs are labeled with a + and -

  • @mikepullen8028
    @mikepullen8028 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Music to overpowering

  • @paraengr0770
    @paraengr0770 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    what type of end connector to the outlets do you need?

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm not sure I know what you mean by 'end connector'. Are you referring to the blade connectors?

  • @terryroe2023
    @terryroe2023 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent job man. I'm going to install a 12v acc in the trunk of my 2022 Toyota Altis as I have intentions of running a 35 litre TWW alpicool fridge freezer.
    I've bought a Toyota OEM wiring loom specifically though which allows me to plug directly onto the back of the factory fitted 12v acc in the small compartment under the front armrest. From there I'll run the cable under carpet and behind trim into the trunk.
    My intentions will be to place the new 12v acc outlet in a convenient place in one of the rear trunk side panels to keep it looking factory OEM.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's awesome! That sound like something great idea for a nice clean factory look.

    • @terryroe2023
      @terryroe2023 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AmateurAtBest yes I took the same route when I installed DIY the OEM ambient ice blue interior lighting, all Toyota OEM and my 5yr vehicle warranty was unaffected. Really easy fitting it too and looks amazing at night.

  • @PEYates
    @PEYates 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, first off great job! I want to do something similar to this with my work truck.
    I am curious though, so are the constantly powered, or did you also splice into the ignition wire- so they are only on when the ignition is on?

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I wired it straight to the fuse panel I installed so it is constantly powered.

  • @salgonzalez908
    @salgonzalez908 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do those blue lights stay lit ? Wouldn’t that kill battery?

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, the blue readout stays on constantly but I have not noticed a drain on the battery at all.

  • @rrodriguez1958
    @rrodriguez1958 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just wondering if your wires are still okay you didn't have any problems after

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I haven't had an issue, everything is still running great as of today. I did move my fridge and put another outlet on the other side. Just one outlet with strait 12 gage wire. The original one I use for charging devices and running fans.

    • @rrodriguez1958
      @rrodriguez1958 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AmateurAtBest what did you buy the fuse and what kind of wire did you use great job on the video

  • @MikeSmith-lu2xe
    @MikeSmith-lu2xe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    why run the ground back to the battery?

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      No reason except that I'm crazy.

  • @akaroamale475
    @akaroamale475 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi there, thanks for the video covers a lot of what I want to do to my truck. Did you check out the draw in amps that the wire you chose can take? Are you running these wires from a second battery upfront? I will look for the video you did on the fuse box, that looks nice and neat as well.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I haven't checked the amp draw, haven't really had any issues though. As far as the battery, my truck already had two starting batteries so I just kept it stock with the low voltage disconnect. I would recommend having two batteries or at the very least a low voltage disconnect if you are running anything to your starting battery.

    • @akaroamale475
      @akaroamale475 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AmateurAtBest Thanks for the reply, I will follow your advise and have the low voltage disconnect, but my second battery will be a deep cell in the tray with plugs for the fridge, lights ETC. It was good to see what you did to get a clear picture in my mind of how to go about it. Cheers

  • @bunzoflo84
    @bunzoflo84 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, nice video. I ordered the 3 outlets and it already came in prewired on the back of the connectors with terminals at the end but it’s way too short to reach into the battery. Should i cut the terminals and connect a 12 gauge stranded wire or 14 gauge? I believe the prewire is 14 gauge. Idk much electrical work. Thanks

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I personally would go with the biggest gage possible (smaller number). The longer you run a wire, the more important it is to have a bigger wire.

    • @ericdyer9080
      @ericdyer9080 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The longer the "run" (length of continuous wire) is the bigger the wire you will need. Most common is 12ga for a run from bumper to bumper for something like this.

  • @webcrawler3332
    @webcrawler3332 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Did you use landscape lighting wire?

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm not sure if it was landscape wire or not. It's 12 gage stranded wire from lowes. It didn't specify a use case.

  • @warren6172
    @warren6172 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m installing one of these, is there a reason I shouldn’t use a chassis ground? I want to keep the wire clutter to a minimum...Thanks

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No reason, a chassis ground should work just fine. I ran the double cable just because that's how my brain likes it, lol.

  • @christopherveljkovic7587
    @christopherveljkovic7587 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Where did you get the screws for you C clamp on the bed of your truck?

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I don't have those anymore but those are the clamps that came with the Vanguard aluminum ladder rack.

  • @ianvaughan9198
    @ianvaughan9198 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is it waterproof when you have something plugged in it?

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I would say no. If you have the caps off, there's no gasket to keep water out.

  • @lancerobinson2125
    @lancerobinson2125 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Instead of running 3 wires off your main wire, why wouldn't you run one wire to the plug and then run the wires in series to the positive/negative to each plug

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you have an example of this? I'd like to see it, I'm sure it would work great.

    • @mrmotofy
      @mrmotofy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't think you understand series wiring. Pos to neg is series, parallel is pos to pos, neg to neg

  • @jerrypolete5258
    @jerrypolete5258 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You could have done it in the original location with fishing tools. You can go to Home Depot and they have a small 10’ fish tape that would have worked perfect for that type of job. Just sayin.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Jerry! I'll keep that in mind for next time.

  • @victorlee7638
    @victorlee7638 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Waterproof?

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      For the most part. I have not had any water issues.

  • @bomonte
    @bomonte 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you need to run the truck while you're using the fridge?

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not at all, with the batteries I have it keeps the fridge going for hours on end.

  • @Josher2020
    @Josher2020 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I installed a single 12V outlet in bed and ran dedicated 12GA wire to truck battery with inline 30A fuse before battery terminal connect. The plug powers phone charger bit will note power my 12 V Igloo Cooler (which was main reason I did this mod). Any suggestions? It's approx 20ft run. Too much voltage drop with 12GA and long run? Appreciate any feedback or solutions. Thanks

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's interesting, it should work. I have 3 outlets now that I've installed (2 in the bed and 1 in the cab) and the they all run my fridge just fine. What type of wire did you use?

    • @Josher2020
      @Josher2020 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      BNTECHGO 12 Gauge Silicone Wire Spool Black 25 feet Ultra Flexible High Temp 200 deg C 600V 12 AWG Silicone Rubber Wire 680 Strands of Tinned Copper Wire Stranded Wire for Model Low Impedance

  • @1966spyderco
    @1966spyderco 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Whoever put thumbs down needs to go crawl back in bed with your mommy.....................great video man

  • @farmermike9262
    @farmermike9262 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    cannot find that volt meter/single usb part ANYWHERE. Link brings you to a dual usb. HELP!!!

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Let me look into that and I'll get back to you.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah I haven't been able to find that one anymore either. Is there a reason you would rather have 1 USB rather than 2?

    • @farmermike9262
      @farmermike9262 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Was really just interested in a volt and amp meter

    • @farmermike9262
      @farmermike9262 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AmateurAtBest did you remove that link? I was able to find it in a 4 panel but now its gone. can you give me your link again for the single? It was the best way to find the 4 panel

  • @jram1590
    @jram1590 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dam i really like that. I have a 2019 ram 1500 classic and sadly it only came with 1 12v outlet in the cabin by the gear knob and it is only on while the truck is on.. looking for an alternative to have it constant on. Any suggestions?

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah that's the issue with that inverter. If you want 110-120v constant, you'll have to wire up your own inverter. I did that and put it under the back seat.

    • @markkuhar1188
      @markkuhar1188 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AmateurAtBest Go in your fuse panel find your 12 volt fuse move it over one bar then you will have power with the truck off

  • @michaelwallace5591
    @michaelwallace5591 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What kind of fuse box is that?

  • @chadcarr4687
    @chadcarr4687 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video. Great instructions. But your background music is too loud compared to your voice. And it was sometimes hard to understand you.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah I've had a lot of complaints about that. I apologize. I'm still learning.

  • @webcrawler3332
    @webcrawler3332 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video. Have you noticed any issues with the 12ga wire? I would think you would need 10ga supply from the Fuze block?

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have not had any issues at all, the 12 gage has worked great.

    • @jackd2083
      @jackd2083 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The 110v wire in your house is only 14g.

    • @webcrawler3332
      @webcrawler3332 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jack D not all. There’s 12ga also for stoves, water heaters , ovens etc.

    • @jackd2083
      @jackd2083 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Web Crawler
      Yeah the 220v wire is 12g. Sometimes even heavier. That’s why I specified the 110v wire.

    • @JerichoRally
      @JerichoRally 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jackd2083 ...your house also has 12, 10, or even bigger gauge wire depending on what it's servicing. Same holds true here.

  • @الحمدلله-ز9ج8ب
    @الحمدلله-ز9ج8ب 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    why not use the chassis like the negative? ? ? ?

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      You could definitely do that!

    • @الحمدلله-ز9ج8ب
      @الحمدلله-ز9ج8ب 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AmateurAtBest
      Thank you mate

    • @mjk6152
      @mjk6152 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Is there a way to find a grounding point in the back of the bed instead of running it to the front?

  • @somma4697
    @somma4697 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What’s the song towards the end

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I can't remember the name but it's from bensound.com

  • @Jeziorski7
    @Jeziorski7 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    so is that constant power?

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      As long as the battery is above 21.1v, yes.

    • @Jeziorski7
      @Jeziorski7 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AmateurAtBest you mean 12.1?
      also im wiring some stuff up but my rocker switch is like reversed. You turn the stuff on the switch is in the off position with the light facing up and the blank ide down. when you put the light down and the blank side up the stuff shuts off. any ideas?

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes 12.1, because of the low voltage disconnect. The polarity in your wiring may be reversed?

  • @Mazel_Tov_888
    @Mazel_Tov_888 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    could you have used the trailer plug to get 12v?

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      You probably could. I guess it depends on what your powering. I actually had run another dedicated 10 gauge just for the fridge.

    • @black_widow_overland
      @black_widow_overland 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AmateurAtBest Do you have a picture of your wiring with the other 10gauge wire? im wanting to install the same set up, with the fridge. TIA

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@black_widow_overland I'm currently overseas so I can't get a picture but it's the same, however I just plugged a new 10 gage wire directly into a single 12v outlet mounted on the other side of the truck bed.

    • @black_widow_overland
      @black_widow_overland 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AmateurAtBest thank you sir.

  • @covid19recoveryeffort3
    @covid19recoveryeffort3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice choice of having your background music louder than your own speech.

    • @ericmills5683
      @ericmills5683 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Imagine being deaf. Couldn’t be me.

  • @thomast171
    @thomast171 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you have a video or some pictures of your second panel you were thinking of adding.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I didn't do a video, it's just a single 12v outlet. I did everything the same but I ran the 12 gage wire directly to a single outlet.

    • @thomast171
      @thomast171 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AmateurAtBest I want to do something similar to what you did to the back of my new f150. But don’t know where to put it without drilling holes due to warranty

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thomast171 you could try something like this ARB socket:
      amzn.to/3mQqDGi
      And mount it with some VHB tape:
      amzn.to/2Jow5lo

  • @ArcticFlies56
    @ArcticFlies56 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The video was good. Kill the music!! It’s annoying and much too loud. It takes away from what you’re saying.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah I know, I apologize. That's the comment I get the most on this video, lol.

  • @BraBear611
    @BraBear611 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just solder the connections

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Something is a good option sometimes.

  • @donearl6675
    @donearl6675 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    👍👍😁❗

  • @Ravenwood82
    @Ravenwood82 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video...get rid of the obnoxious music. Difficult to hear your voice!

  • @thesauce807
    @thesauce807 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    12 volts?? why not 120v, like residential houses

    • @blakeday9364
      @blakeday9364 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      albert re the car battery can’t handle that

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a 600w inverter in the cab for when I need 110v-120v. I really have no need for anything other than 12v in the bed. Plus it's more simple given the truck is a 12v system.

    • @spinningedge8790
      @spinningedge8790 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@blakeday9364 the battery can handle it for a short time you need to figure out how to invert the power to 120 before it gets back there

  • @retiredoldsarge5938
    @retiredoldsarge5938 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Maybe you can redo the sound in your video and remove the annoying music so we can actually hear what you were saying. The music was totally unnecessary to what could have been a really good how I did it video but due to the fact very few could understand what you were saying it actually sucked.

    • @AmateurAtBest
      @AmateurAtBest  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for taking the time to, like many before you, tell me how awful I am. I agree with you 100% and today is the day where I do everyone a favor and end it all...goodbye cruel TH-cam world.

  • @testersbc1
    @testersbc1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    dude you need to lose the music!!