Jump to content

110V Power outlet

Donstar
 Share

Recommended Posts

Alex Hardy Enthusiast

Alex Hardy

Posted
Posted

I charge my laptop and all of my surveying equipment with mine.  I love it and find it extremely useful as all my old trucks I've had to install inverters.  I realize though I use mine for work and it's a very specific use.  Wish it would power saws or vacuums though...

 

  • Replies 54
  • Created
  • Last Reply

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Popular Posts

SteveBBB
SteveBBB

We had a 3 hour drive to Thanksgiving dinner last year, wife plugged in our crockpot and cooked baked beans all the way. Smelled pretty good!!

MegaCode360
MegaCode360

Mines a 15 but I never used the plug.  I've tried maybe 2-3 times getting stuff to plug in but gave up cause it wouldn't go in.  So it really has never truly been used.  I guess I better see if I can

rkj__
rkj__

I occasionally use the outlet to charge the battery for my RC crawler while I'm driving.  If the truck is parked, I connect the AC/DC charger directly to the battery, since the outlet turns off when t

wforrest08 Senior Enthusiast

wforrest08

Posted
Posted

I haven’t tried it yet but I have a HotLogic personal mini oven I use at work for leftovers ie. hot plate in a cooler.  Now I’m going to have to try it in the truck because of this tread. THANKS GUYS...

 

Here’s the link if anybody’s interested. I highly recommend it over a microwave (heats evenly) a 6 cup Pyrex container fits in it perfectly btw.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EC7XJ00/ref=asc_df_B00EC7XJ005403419/?tag=hyprod-20&creative=395033&creativeASIN=B00EC7XJ00&linkCode=df0&hvadid=167155690034&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2823177163112416172&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=t&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1028087&hvtargid=pla-305919862029

  • Like 1
Jon A Senior Enthusiast

Jon A

Posted
Posted

Hopefully the one on the 2019's in the bed will be much more powerful.  If so it would be a great retrofit mod when the part is available.

Donstar Senior Enthusiast

Donstar

Posted
  • Author
Posted

My main reason for asking this question is that I'm trying to find a portable vacuum that I can keep in the truck for on the road cleanups.  My frequent travel companion doesn't always wipe her feet and sheds.  I occasionally have to transport people without enough notice to lug my shop vac from the garage.  My wife bought me a 12V portable that looked great but worked very poorly.  I figured a mini vac powered by 110 may be a better choice.  I have tried the "dust buster" rechargeable type of hand vacuum in the past but was not impressed.  Maybe someone has a suggestion for a product they have found that is good for those impromptu cleanups!

truckguy82 Senior Enthusiast

truckguy82

Posted
Posted
On 3/15/2018 at 9:37 AM, Donstar said:

My main reason for asking this question is that I'm trying to find a portable vacuum that I can keep in the truck for on the road cleanups.  My frequent travel companion doesn't always wipe her feet and sheds.  I occasionally have to transport people without enough notice to lug my shop vac from the garage.  My wife bought me a 12V portable that looked great but worked very poorly.  I figured a mini vac powered by 110 may be a better choice.  I have tried the "dust buster" rechargeable type of hand vacuum in the past but was not impressed.  Maybe someone has a suggestion for a product they have found that is good for those impromptu cleanups!

Consider a cordless handheld vacuum, just because it's not a direct relationship between amperage draw and suction power. They are also pretty convenient to use power aside.

Tdotsfinest Enthusiast

Tdotsfinest

Posted
Posted
On 2018-03-15 at 9:37 AM, Donstar said:

My main reason for asking this question is that I'm trying to find a portable vacuum that I can keep in the truck for on the road cleanups.  My frequent travel companion doesn't always wipe her feet and sheds.  I occasionally have to transport people without enough notice to lug my shop vac from the garage.  My wife bought me a 12V portable that looked great but worked very poorly.  I figured a mini vac powered by 110 may be a better choice.  I have tried the "dust buster" rechargeable type of hand vacuum in the past but was not impressed.  Maybe someone has a suggestion for a product they have found that is good for those impromptu cleanups!

Have you looked into an 18v cordless vacuum?  I use a Milwaukee cordless vacuum that works with the same batteries as my cordless power tools. I charge my batteries in the truck from the 110v outlet for the tools, so there’s always a fresh battery to use in the vacuum. The battery life is pretty good when I use the big 9 ah batteries, not as good with the 5 ah batteries but still lasts long enough to vacuum out the truck

Donstar Senior Enthusiast

Donstar

Posted
  • Author
Posted
56 minutes ago, Tdotsfinest said:

Have you looked into an 18v cordless vacuum?  I use a Milwaukee cordless vacuum that works with the same batteries as my cordless power tools. I charge my batteries in the truck from the 110v outlet for the tools, so there’s always a fresh battery to use in the vacuum. The battery life is pretty good when I use the big 9 ah batteries, not as good with the 5 ah batteries but still lasts long enough to vacuum out the truck

Most of my  power tools are red and I love the vacuum!  I was hoping for an even smaller portable to keep in the truck.  The Milwaukee portable is too handy for around the house to leave in the truck!

  • Like 1
L86 All Terrain Senior Enthusiast

L86 All Terrain

Posted
Posted
On ‎2018‎-‎03‎-‎15 at 8:37 AM, Donstar said:

My main reason for asking this question is that I'm trying to find a portable vacuum that I can keep in the truck for on the road cleanups.  My frequent travel companion doesn't always wipe her feet and sheds.  I occasionally have to transport people without enough notice to lug my shop vac from the garage.  My wife bought me a 12V portable that looked great but worked very poorly.  I figured a mini vac powered by 110 may be a better choice.  I have tried the "dust buster" rechargeable type of hand vacuum in the past but was not impressed.  Maybe someone has a suggestion for a product they have found that is good for those impromptu cleanups!

Do you have any Dewalt or Milwaukee power tools? I bought a Dewalt wet/dry 20v portable vacuum of Amazon for $80CAD (about $16USD lol) with no batteries as I have a few of their 20v tools. Works awesome, better than a household dust buster brand. A larger investment though if you aren't already set up with the batteries and chargers. That way your not limited to using it in just your new Chev, you can clean your classic truck and the boat with it too. I have had Dust Busters in the past for my business, they made a lot of noise and barely suck, like a few women I've known. 

  • Haha 1
MegaCode360 Enthusiast

MegaCode360

Posted
Posted

I have another problem.  Everytime I try to plug something it, the prongs go halfway in and it feels like it can't go in any further, like it's meeting resistance.  I don't want to apply too much pressure to get the plug in the socket for fear of breaking something.  I have reversed the plug thinking I was trying to plug it in backwards, but that's not the case.  Any suggestions?

Tdotsfinest Enthusiast

Tdotsfinest

Posted
Posted
14 minutes ago, MegaCode360 said:

I have another problem.  Everytime I try to plug something it, the prongs go halfway in and it feels like it can't go in any further, like it's meeting resistance.  I don't want to apply too much pressure to get the plug in the socket for fear of breaking something.  I have reversed the plug thinking I was trying to plug it in backwards, but that's not the case.  Any suggestions?

How old is your truck?  My outlet was pretty stiff when my truck was new. Had to really push the plugs in the first few times until it loosened up. I didn’t care if it broke because it would’ve been under warranty, but it loosened up just enough to keep the plugs in there nicely without having to really jam them in. 

MegaCode360 Enthusiast

MegaCode360

Posted
Posted
45 minutes ago, Tdotsfinest said:

How old is your truck?  My outlet was pretty stiff when my truck was new. Had to really push the plugs in the first few times until it loosened up. I didn’t care if it broke because it would’ve been under warranty, but it loosened up just enough to keep the plugs in there nicely without having to really jam them in. 

Mines a 15 but I never used the plug.  I've tried maybe 2-3 times getting stuff to plug in but gave up cause it wouldn't go in.  So it really has never truly been used.  I guess I better see if I can get something in there to see if it works before my warranty is up in May haha

  • Like 2
  • 2 weeks later...
Donstar Senior Enthusiast

Donstar

Posted
  • Author
Posted
On 3/19/2018 at 8:48 AM, Tdotsfinest said:

Have you looked into an 18v cordless vacuum?  I use a Milwaukee cordless vacuum that works with the same batteries as my cordless power tools. I charge my batteries in the truck from the 110v outlet for the tools, so there’s always a fresh battery to use in the vacuum. The battery life is pretty good when I use the big 9 ah batteries, not as good with the 5 ah batteries but still lasts long enough to vacuum out the truck

 

On 3/19/2018 at 12:05 PM, 10SierraA.T. said:

Do you have any Dewalt or Milwaukee power tools? I bought a Dewalt wet/dry 20v portable vacuum of Amazon for $80CAD (about $16USD lol) with no batteries as I have a few of their 20v tools. Works awesome, better than a household dust buster brand. A larger investment though if you aren't already set up with the batteries and chargers. That way your not limited to using it in just your new Chev, you can clean your classic truck and the boat with it too. I have had Dust Busters in the past for my business, they made a lot of noise and barely suck, like a few women I've known. 

I had pretty much given up on finding a decent portable vacuum until I stumbled upon the Milwaukee M18 compact vacuum.  Unbelievable!  It is on the heavy side for continuous hand-held operation but it is the "6.2" of all car vacuums.  It is like the big V8 in the way that it has way more pickup power than most of us will ever need, but nice to have!    I've owned the Milwaukee tool-box looking version for years and found it less portable than I wanted.  Now I need to take my dog to the beach more often so I can use my latest power tool!

  • Like 1

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing

  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.

  • Forum Statistics

    250.5k
    Total Topics
    2.7m
    Total Posts

  • Member Statistics

    342,913
    Total Members
    8,960
    Most Online
    Smitty462
    Newest Member
    Smitty462
    Joined

  • Who's Online   4 Members, 0 Anonymous, 576 Guests (See full list)

  • Latest Articles

  • Posts

    • Another JR
      Gasser Subforum Has Been Quiet - - So, Regenerative Braking and Using L10

      By Another JR · Posted

      Have considered installing a DC to DC charger in your camper to replace your isolator?  
    • newdude
      Gas fill door

      By newdude · Posted

      Common failure.  You need to replace the fuel door housing.   The painted cover transfers over to the new housing.  To remove the old one there is 4 spots where you poke the plastic to release it.  
    • newdude
      Gasser Subforum Has Been Quiet - - So, Regenerative Braking and Using L10

      By newdude · Posted

      No such thing as regenerative braking on a pure ICE vehicle.     Regenerative braking is the re-capture of energy from electric motors and stores it in the battery pack.  So hybrids, PHEV and EVs have regenerative braking.     What you are seeing is the charging system changing modes is all.  Its likely entering charge mode for some sort of reason is all.  All of the charging modes will be listed below.   As for L10 vs D.  L10 turns off automatic grade braking.  L10 puts you in control of grade downshifts where in D it will automatically do it based on brake pedal position and other factors.  Otherwise L10 and D drive exactly the same aside from that one aspect.    Battery Sulfation Mode The BCM will enter this mode when the interpreted Generator output voltage is less than 13.2 V for 45 minutes. When this condition exists the BCM will enter Charge Mode for 2–3 minutes. The BCM will then determine which mode to enter depending on voltage requirements.   Charge Mode The BCM will enter Charge Mode when ever one of the following conditions are met:   Windshield wipers are ON for more than 3 s. Climate Control Voltage Boost Mode Request is true, as sensed by the HVAC control module via serial data. High speed cooling fan, rear defogger, and HVAC high speed blower operation can cause the BCM to enter the Charge Mode. The estimated battery temperature is less than 0°C (32°F). Battery State of Charge is less than 80%. Vehicle speed is greater than 145 km/h (90 mph) A current sensor malfunction exists. System voltage is determined to be below 12.56 V When any one of these conditions is met, the system will set targeted generator output voltage to a charging voltage between 13.9–15.5 V, depending on the battery state of charge and estimated battery temperature.   Fuel Economy Mode The BCM will enter Fuel Economy Mode when the estimated battery temperature is at least 0°C (32°F) but less than or equal to 80°C (176°F), the calculated battery current is less than 15 A and greater than −8 A, and the battery state-of-charge is greater than or equal to 80%. Its targeted generator output voltage is the open circuit voltage of the battery and can be between 12.5–13.1 V. When fuel economy mode is active, the generator is not charging, only maintaining open circuit battery voltage. The BCM will exit this mode and enter Charge Mode when any of the conditions described above are present.   Headlamp Mode The BCM will enter Headlamp Mode when ever the head lamps are ON (high or low beams). Voltage will be regulated between 13.9–14.5 V.   Start Up Mode When the engine is started the BCM sets a targeted generator output voltage of 14.5 V for 30 s.   Tow/Haul Mode (if applicable) Pressing the Tow/Haul Mode button located on the center stack, the vehicle system voltage is raised and the remote (non-vehicle) battery will be charged. Having the headlamps on will raise the system voltage and if the Tow/Haul button is applied it will not serve any purpose. The voltage is regulated between 13.9-14.5 V.      
    • jaszr2
      Active Grille Delete

      By jaszr2 · Posted

      Hello from Australia Just sharing that there is now a way to delete the active shutters entirely with just a plug in module. Opens up tons of room to light bars etc.
    • jake111
      Gasser Subforum Has Been Quiet - - So, Regenerative Braking and Using L10

      By jake111 · Posted

      I have an observation and a question... 1) I watch the voltage closely because I have had to dial in the cut-in/cut-out voltages of the battery separator to my camper.  The "smart" charging drives me nuts.  Anyway, I noticed that when coasting for a while, and especially if lightly using the brakes (though not necessary), the voltage goes up from mid/high-13 volts to mid/high-14 volts.  Then it drops back down after stopping or going again.  Consistently!   The only explanation I can come up with is REGENERATIVE BRAKING!  Well, maybe that's a little bit of an exaggeration, but it's certainly free extra battery charging.   2) Driving on mountain roads I will use L and vary the max gear.  Things straighten out and I end up in L10.  Sometimes I leave it there for a while.  Is there any difference between L10 and D?   

  • GM-Trucks.com Clubs

  • Popular Contributors

×
×
  • Create New...