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Re: Power outlets installed
Originally Posted by dltang
Thank you to my wonderful husband, I now have two power outlets on my dash...
OK, you all inspired me again. :bigthumbsup:
I just couldn't see the advantages of putting a 12v outlet in the trunk considering GPS and cel phone use. I was also too tired (wood splitting) to disassemble everything just to drill the hole in the trunk from behind.
I mounted the 12v on the dash where dlt's left one is, nice and snug.
I did however (remember the "tired" part?) struggle for a half hour trying to clip zip ties and electrical tape to get enough slack from the harness up to the backside of the plug. When I was still 1/2 inch away, I called myself stupid, pulled the wires out, cut, spliced, and soldered a new 10 inch length in the middle. I found some wire cover in my toolbox left over from my 1970 Plymouth Duster--laughed at the fact that it matched; I guess flexible nylon convolute wire loom has been pretty universal for 38 years--and covered and rerouted my slice job.
I mounted the Garmin Nuvi suction cup mount right on the tach around 3 o'clock position. I can still read the whole speedo, and I can see the tach up to 4 grand.
(sorry--cel phone pic)
Turned the key. It didn't work. My cel phone charger didn't work.
I popped the fuse box lid and put in a 3v fuse into the e m p t y slot.
Huh. Everything worked!
There's a moral to this story about working on a Spyder while tired, but I'm too tired to figure it out...
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Re: Power outlets installed
Couple of questions; where did you get the outlets, and what size hole saw did it take? Oh, yeah, how waterproof are they?
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Re: Power outlets installed
We bought the outlets from Powerlet. I believe the hole size was 11/16". They sell the bit to drill the hole along with a ton of accessories for their power system. The outlets we bought are the STANDARD POWERLET SOCKET - PSO-001. I guess they are fairly waterproof but I haven't been using the outlet in the rain so I can't say for sure. I've hosed down the dash area while washing the Spyder and never had that pop the fuse or notice that the outlet is full of water after I'm done.
Former Happy Spyder Owner
Just decided it was time to move onto other things.
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Re: Power outlets installed
Thanks for the info, adding a lot of things to my list and the outlets are real close to the top.
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Re: Power outlets installed
bjt,
Where did the Powerlets plug into? Did you use the stock system, or did you also install Evoluzione's PowerBus?
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Re: Power outlets installed
We both have the Evoluzion powerbus. When you install it right under the Spyder dash display per the directions, it is "right there" for hooking up the power outlets.
Former Happy Spyder Owner
Just decided it was time to move onto other things.
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Re: Power outlets installed
bjt, cool. Thanks. How easy is the PowerBus install?
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Re: Power outlets installed
It wasn't too bad. About an hour or two, maybe. I can't recall for sure. The instructions were pretty clear. Certainly not the most difficult thing we have done. If and when you order the powerbus, I recommend you get the version with the ground bus built in. That way, all your wires for power outlets, GPS, radios, etc. can easily connect at a central location. Otherwise, you are hooking up the ground wires to various points on the Spyder which is evidently a benefit for some people but I don't know why.
Former Happy Spyder Owner
Just decided it was time to move onto other things.
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Originally Posted by bjt
We both have the Evoluzion powerbus. When you install it right under the Spyder dash display per the directions, it is "right there" for hooking up the power outlets.
I am thinking of doing the same thing on my 09 Spyder. Since it has been a while from your original post, I wonder if you have had any problems yet? I have emailed Ken asking a couple of questions, but wonder do they make more than one type of power bus since you said to order the one with the ground bus built in? Thanks!
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Retread,I and a few others use the Eastern Beaver PC-8
http://easternbeaver.com/ Look under fuse box kits
It was a pretty simple installation and has everything you need built in. It has alot of flexibility on how you want to set it up. I highly recommend you order the relay kit with it and measure very carefully based on where you intend to mount it. I didn't and ended up mounting a place I really didn't want to. If I had to do it again I would order the kit with the 60" relay lead.
Dick
Love my
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Former Happy Spyder Owner
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I'm going to use the powerlet outlets as well. Aside from weather resistance, the powerlets are designed to take the vibration of a motorcycle/atv. That ensures the male plugs from your devices do not slip out while riding.
The catch is that the powerlets are a smaller outlet and plug then the automotive 12v, so you have to modify some things to work with them or pay the extra coin for a pre-made power lead for your specific GPS, etc.
WackyDan - Fun, not crazy.
Charlotte (Matthews), NC
Silver Moon SM5 - V35 and V46 Givis, CHAD, Motolight 35w steering lights, Dash Powerlets, Helibar risers, Garage door opener, Eastern Beaver PC-8, Digital voltmeter, Kewl Metal Intake, Evoluzione Sway Bar, RT Shocks and Juice Box PRO.
*Mower deck in development*
2008 model -new in crate, April 09
26,000 miles.
Looking for other Charlotte area riders to cruise with and compare Spyders.
HAPPY SPYDER OWNER
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Originally Posted by wyliec
I recommend this one too.
3WD
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owner!
[x]- Gun rack
[x]- Helmet-mounted fire extingusher and DPS deactivation hammer
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Tank Bag
dltang
Where did you get the tank bag from?
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Originally Posted by bailed01
dltang
Where did you get the tank bag from?
That is a Can-Am tank bag that I added the power plugs to. I got that kit from Powerlet too, the same place we got the dash outlets. It wasn't hard at all.
With Christ all things are possible, so live life with no fears and no worries.
Happy Ex Owner, Hopefully future Spyder owner again.
Pastor Deb Tangen, Missions Director and short term missionary.
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How is the outlet installed and wired in the bag? Is the bag still removable or not because the outlet is hardwired to the bike?
Thanks for any instructions you can throw my way
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With Christ all things are possible, so live life with no fears and no worries.
Happy Ex Owner, Hopefully future Spyder owner again.
Pastor Deb Tangen, Missions Director and short term missionary.
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O.K. now I get it
The additional pictures helped alot
Thanks so much
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The catch is that the powerlets are a smaller outlet and plug then the automotive 12v, so you have to modify some things to work with them or pay the extra coin for a pre-made power lead for your specific GPS, etc.
I have the power bus and the sway bar, but not the powerlets. Must be getting senile because I was wondering why I didn't, then remembered reading the above quote from "WackyDan". I did not order them until I checked this out, Are the plug in"s openings actually smaller than a standard cigarette lighter for example?
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Originally Posted by HD2CANAM
Are the plug in"s openings actually smaller than a standard cigarette lighter for example?
Yup, hole size for standard is about 1 1/16", powerlet takes about 11/16".
john
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Originally Posted by HD2CANAM
The catch is that the powerlets are a smaller outlet and plug then the automotive 12v, so you have to modify some things to work with them or pay the extra coin for a pre-made power lead for your specific GPS, etc.
I have the power bus and the sway bar, but not the powerlets. Must be getting senile because I was wondering why I didn't, then remembered reading the above quote from "WackyDan". I did not order them until I checked this out, Are the plug in"s openings actually smaller than a standard cigarette lighter for example?
My kit has the right size to plug the bag into the powerlet outlet. Inside the bag I have the regular cigarette size adapters for any applications I want to plug in. I like the smaller plug, it is a tighter, cleaner fit. Also, they have been waterproof so far.
With Christ all things are possible, so live life with no fears and no worries.
Happy Ex Owner, Hopefully future Spyder owner again.
Pastor Deb Tangen, Missions Director and short term missionary.
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Originally Posted by HD2CANAM
The catch is that the powerlets are a smaller outlet and plug then the automotive 12v, so you have to modify some things to work with them or pay the extra coin for a pre-made power lead for your specific GPS, etc.
I have the power bus and the sway bar, but not the powerlets. Must be getting senile because I was wondering why I didn't, then remembered reading the above quote from "WackyDan". I did not order them until I checked this out, Are the plug in"s openings actually smaller than a standard cigarette lighter for example?
As Retread said, they are smaller. Known popularly as BMW outlets. They are worth it on the road, though...very positive connection, and no loss of power when you hit bumps and no plugs coming out along the way. There are all kinds of adapters and special cords available, but you are right...they cost extra. many chargers now have a plug that will fit either kind of outlet. Worth every penny, IMHO.
-Scotty
2011 Spyder RTS-SM5 (mine)
2000 BMW R1100RTP, motorized tricycle & 23 vintage bikes
2011 RT-622 trailer, Aspen Sentry popup camper, custom motorcycle trailer to pull behind the Spyder
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