Does anyone know the amp rating on the AC outlet in the back seat? I'm curious if I can run my air compressor for inflating tires or if it is just suitable for charging cell phones, etc.

 

I know from experience that it will power my laptop, but that is about max. I think I read somewhere that it is rated at 300 watts max. but could be less. If 300 watts is correct then you're only talking a couple of amps at 120 volts. Makes it good for game boys, etc.

jammer

 

Power point (110V AC) (if equipped)
The 110V AC power point outlet is used for powering electrical devices
that require up to 150W. Exceeding the 150W limit will cause the power
point to cut off the power temporarily to provide overload protection.
Driver Controls
100

 

Well, scratch my idea of powering anything useful with that outlet. At those levels, that's around 1 amp. My air compressor is 120V 3.3 amps. This truck is loaded with power outlets, but none of them can carry any kind of load. I was hoping that with the 200 amp alt that I would be able to power a little more. Would be nice if I could drive out to the storage lot and air up my camper tires and not have to tow to my house.

Looks like it's just for the kids to play games and watch DVD's (like my wife's minivan).

 

Some here were discussing replacing the factory inverter with a higher wattage unit. I can't imagine it would be very difficult to accomplish.

 

I know it's not rated for it, but I have heard of people powering hair driers off that outlet. If it will carry that much load for a short time, I'm sure it will handle 3.3 amps. You will probably just be limited in your duty cycle.

 

Thats where the PTO comes in....

 

Throw a Honda 2000 watt inverter in the bed, that should help.

 

Slap an aftermarket inverter under the hood. You can find one at your local truck stop. Various sizes up to 3000 watt. Should safely get you around 24 amps.

 

Check out these:

DC AC Watt Power Inverter and Video Converter | DCACPower.com

 

Yepr. That's what I'm talking about. You can also find some at the larger RV parts stores. Harbour Frieght has some. I bought a Diehard 750 watt portable inverter at Kmart 5 years ago. I use it with my 5er to power the tv for the grandkids after hours or to inflate the air mattress. Handy item. I plan on getting a larger unit around the 2500-3000 watt range. I will mount mine on my 5er tho. Thanks for the link P.I.T.S.

 

Does anyone know where the dang thing lives? I have a 750 watt inverter that I'd like to use...

jammer