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Post by danrhodes on Oct 8, 2015 8:17:20 GMT -8
Originally, my trailer had the tow wiring running down the central frame, then routing up through holes in the sill boards to the various lights. I don't really like the idea of drilling holes in these boards, but can't really figure out a better way to get from the tongue plug to the tail lights, etc. Anyone come up with a creative way to route wires and keep water out?
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Post by bigbill on Oct 8, 2015 10:30:34 GMT -8
I run all wires under the trailer in plastic conduit. This protects the wires and looks nice if someone looks under the trailer. If you do this be sure to clamp the conduit to the bottom of the trailer every couple of foot to prevent sags.
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Post by bigbill on Oct 8, 2015 10:34:39 GMT -8
I also bring the wires up in the corner of storage area, then enter walls from there. This makes a very nice weather/rodent/ insect resistant system.
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Post by nccamper on Oct 8, 2015 10:47:57 GMT -8
BigBill, have you ever run the harness into a window seat box, tied to lights there with a junction box then run them through the cabinet, over the wheel well and into the read storage compartment? It's something I've considered. I might use this type of wire next time if I go underneath. www.etrailer.com/Accessories-and-Parts/Deka/DW04923-1.html |
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Post by bigbill on Oct 8, 2015 11:48:52 GMT -8
What you are calling a window seat box I think is what I call a storage area. You can also add either 12 or 110 volt circuits by going underneath and running conduit from power source/ breaker box to kitchen area and come up behind the cabinets in a finished trailer. I have even used the flat wall conduit along the floor like a baseboard to get from one area to another, looks nice and is very acceptable. There are a million ways to do any thing if you just take time to think it through.
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Post by bigbill on Oct 8, 2015 11:52:24 GMT -8
I have used the wire you showed but I don't like how it sags between clamps and it tends to harden and crack with age, but it is much better than open wire.
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Post by nccamper on Oct 8, 2015 14:59:56 GMT -8
BigBill, Do you use a pvc conduit?
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Post by bigbill on Oct 8, 2015 17:38:16 GMT -8
BigBill, Do you use a pvc conduit? Yes and I preclean and glue all joints. Also use boxes at square turns where entering trailer. This allows for easier repair and or modifications. This adds a little bit of cost but I feel it is worth it in the long run. |
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Post by peterekstrom on Oct 9, 2015 13:32:57 GMT -8
I'm doing my 1st rebuild and I'm use 1/2" EMT metal conduit.  |
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Post by bigbill on Oct 9, 2015 16:35:28 GMT -8
that will work fine. How will you access the box once floor is installed?
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Post by nccamper on Oct 9, 2015 19:35:01 GMT -8
peterekstrom, is that a rebuild???
You're doing everything but grow the rubber for the tires. Very impressive.
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Post by peterekstrom on Oct 10, 2015 21:17:18 GMT -8
that will work fine. How will you access the box once floor is installed? I'm going to add a small hatch in the floor. The opening is gonna be hidden underneath the rear benches. On top of the wheel well will be the entire electrical distribution panel. |
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Post by peterekstrom on Oct 10, 2015 21:20:05 GMT -8
peterekstrom, is that a rebuild??? You're doing everything but grow the rubber for the tires. Very impressive. It's my first rebuild of my 1st trailer. Definitely not my last though. Already planning on a complete custom creation using a free 17' flatbed trailer. Something designed specifically for desert camping. |
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Post by bigbill on Oct 11, 2015 8:39:03 GMT -8
peterekstrom, is that a rebuild??? You're doing everything but grow the rubber for the tires. Very impressive. It's my first rebuild of my 1st trailer. Definitely not my last though. Already planning on a complete custom creation using a free 17' flatbed trailer. Something designed specifically for desert camping. As experience has taught me design what you wish to build including every feature you think you want, then study it giving thought to its use. Do this over and over making additions and subtractions as you go along this thought process on paper as it is much easier to change now than when it is half built. If you have a family discuss what they think it needs, be sure to listen, next think about everything you will want or need to take with you to enjoy your excursions. If you do this very carefully you will only have a list a half mile long of things you wish you had done differently. The most important thing to remember if you are married is IF MOMMA AIN'T HAPPY NOBODY IS HAPPY.  |
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