12v port modification for extra ports, USB's, etc.

[Zebra]

I really don't need any USB ports but I'm sure in need of a few 12v outlets. Constantly switching between my smartphone and my GPS gets annoying. So I found this one on Amazon the other day. I'm going to hardwire it and position it under the passenger seat.

My HAM radio still needs to be installed but that will be wired direct also. My big hold-up is installing the antenna.

[jambo101]

Originally Posted by Zebra

I really don't need any USB ports but I'm sure in need of a few 12v outlets. Constantly switching between my smartphone and my GPS gets annoying. So I found this one on Amazon the other day. I'm going to hardwire it and position it under the passenger seat.

I need something like that as i'm continually changing sockets to power Gps,Satellite radio, CB radio,DVD player and a few others i cant remember at the moment,
If plugged into a lighter socket i'm wondering if 4 things plugged in would cause a problem with blown fuses..

[Zebra]

Originally Posted by jambo101

I need something like that as i'm continually changing sockets to power Gps,Satellite radio, CB radio,DVD player and a few others i cant remember at the moment,
If plugged into a lighter socket i'm wondering if 4 things plugged in would cause a problem with blown fuses..

Small gadgets such as your GPS, Cellphone and satellite radio shouldn't be a problem. I'm not sure about the power draw on a CB radio or DVD player though. It all comes down to power rating and load.

[Revsson]

Originally Posted by Zebra

I really don't need any USB ports but I'm sure in need of a few 12v outlets. Constantly switching between my smartphone and my GPS gets annoying. So I found this one on Amazon the other day. I'm going to hardwire it and position it under the passenger seat.

My HAM radio still needs to be installed but that will be wired direct also. My big hold-up is installing the antenna.

I bought what I thought was a three position outlet at a swapfest.
Got home to find out that the middle position was probably intended for
the cigarette lighter element that normally goes in. However, it is just a
place to hold, as no power seems to be in the middle.
Oh well, it was cheap. I haven't mounted it yet.

What type of antenna mount are you thinking about?

[Zebra]

Originally Posted by Revsson

What type of antenna mount are you thinking about?

I have a short little Comet 2m/70cm with an NMO mount waiting to be mounted on the roof. Been a little slow to start on the project since pulling the headliner has me a little worried.

[Revsson]

Originally Posted by Zebra

I have a short little Comet 2m/70cm with an NMO mount waiting to be mounted on the roof. Been a little slow to start on the project since pulling the headliner has me a little worried.

Zebra,
Since we got a little off-topic, do you mind if I contact you via PM
with some questions?

Revsson

[Zebra]

Originally Posted by Revsson

Zebra,
Since we got a little off-topic, do you mind if I contact you via PM
with some questions?

Revsson

sure....

[Revsson]

Originally Posted by Zebra

sure....

PM sent.