Installing 12v ACC Outlet

[kevorama]

Thank you, kind sir ")

 

[Rotaxer]

Is there any unused connectors on a 2010 RT (12v with key off) close to either speaker grill that I could tap into for my soon to be install 12v outlet? Don't really want to run all the way back to the battery.

 

[kevorama]

Is there any unused connectors on a 2010 RT (12v with key off) close to either speaker grill that I could tap into for my soon to be install 12v outlet? Don't really want to run all the way back to the battery.

Spyder Envy, Scotty could answer this for sure, correctly. I'll give it a go, though. If you want to disconnect your fuel gauge and remove it, people have put them there. There are other places that you could possibly tap into, but getting to them makes running a set of wires from the battery with an inline fuse look easy. It's not difficult to remove the tupperware and run two 12g wires through cheap plastic conduit, but it is a little time consuming. The up side is that if you fry something, it's only the fuse on the + line and can be easily replaced without taking anything off. Just lift the seat, pull the waterproof cap off and replace the fuse. Tapping into the wrong lines and firing up the lighter could cause you a world of hurt that wouldn't be covered by any warranty.

In the photo below you can see the inline fuse (just below the big + symbol and tucked into that recess) and the condiut that it runs through. Just attach the red to the + and the black to any bolt that is grounded to the frame. Just don't try to undo the one that is on the other side that looks like it's from the battery. It is, but you'll never get it back on without some serious headaches.

 

[Rotaxer]

Thanks, I am quite comfortable removing the tupperware and doing it that way, but was hoping there was a harness for an accessory tucked away up under the dash that was not in use.

 

[NancysToy]

Thanks, I am quite comfortable removing the tupperware and doing it that way, but was hoping there was a harness for an accessory tucked away up under the dash that was not in use.

No such luck, but there is an unswitched 10 A accessory harness and connector beneath the front trunk on the left side. You may be able to see it tied near the left shock mount on a 2010. Same circuit as the rear trunk outlet.

 

[Rotaxer]

No such luck, but there is an unswitched 10 A accessory harness and connector beneath the front trunk on the left side. You may be able to see it tied near the left shock mount on a 2010. Same circuit as the rear trunk outlet.

That may work I will see if I can get it there easier than from the battery. Thanks Scotty

 

[NancysToy]

Battery access isn't that tough, just remove the left side mirror, deflector, and body panels.

 

[KAPike]

USB Charger Version

I installed my marine grade USB dual charging socket in the speaker grill also.

Blue Sea Systems
Dual USB Charger Socket
Input 12V DC
Output: 5V / 2.1A



Here's where I ordered mine from: http://www.sierraexpeditions.com/index.php?l=product_detail&p=8670

 

[Rotaxer]

Hey, I like that! I may put one of those in the other speaker.

 

[Elembytes]

I am not good with messing with wiring---would love to get this doen at Spyderfest

I am lousy when it comes to wiring things up in fear of goofing it up and tripping a computer.

Is anyone aware of someone doing intalls like this, during Spyderfest?

How long of a job is it? (Time wise)

Thanks!
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