Posted 2007-03-08 10:29 AM (#56870) Subject: Number of Outlets to Install and Lighting?
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Location: Kansas
Hi, again - Getting ready to have the DR of my '05 Titan Classic 3H wired. Would 2 outlets be enough or should I go with 3 (more?) Won't be using the trailer a tremendous amount, but enough to want to use a microwave and fan (until AC can be installed - my budget only allows one thing at a time!) Is there a standard of outlets per size, or merely whatever your preference? And how many overhead lights are ideal? Thanks.
Posted 2007-03-08 11:29 AM (#56875 - in reply to #56870) Subject: RE: Number of Outlets to Install and Lighting?
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Posts: 474 Location: White Mills, Ky.
We have two outlets inside and one outside under the gooseneck where it stays dry. The outside one was an afterthought but I am so glad to have it. We use it to plug in fans and our awning lights, to play a radio outside, use a crock pot. Very handy!
We have two lights is the dr/lq. One over the door and one up in the bunk. The one over the bunk is on it's own switch so you can turn it on and off from the bed.
Posted 2007-03-08 11:54 AM (#56877 - in reply to #56870) Subject: RE: Number of Outlets to Install and Lighting?
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Posts: 781 Location: La Cygne, KS
I'd go with three and have one added low on the wall area to add a space heater or small apartment size fridge. And then I'd add a small light under your gooseneck. I had one added there and it is great to use if you store hay/grain/coolers under your gooseneck.
Posted 2007-03-08 2:33 PM (#56889 - in reply to #56870) Subject: RE: Number of Outlets to Install and Lighting?
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It's going to depend on what all you will be installing later and how big an area. You really need to think about what your final plan is so you don't have to go back and add more wiring later when you add stuff, don't need that extra expense. One for the fridge, microwave, battery charger and TV. Those will usually all be behind the appliance and that's assuming you're putting all that stuff in at some point, if not you don't need them. Then at least one where you can get to it easy, maybe two.... plus one outside. Is your fan going to be 12 volt or will you have to be plugged in to use it.... a 12v fan (like a Fantastic Fan) that goes in a vent on the ceiling is real nice because it sucks the hot air right out and will bring cooler air in through a window, on a GN right over the bed is nice so it pulls the air right past you. For lights I would say one every 2 to 3 feet of length depending on how bright they are.
Posted 2007-03-08 2:41 PM (#56890 - in reply to #56870) Subject: RE: Number of Outlets to Install and Lighting?
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The SW is only 4', so it's not huge. We're only going with basic finishing insulation, walls, cupboards, and corner closet. Plan to use a generator once we have AC installed.The Fantastic Fan - is it removable or a permanent fixture?
Posted 2007-03-08 9:20 PM (#56904 - in reply to #56870) Subject: RE: Number of Outlets to Install and Lighting?
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It's permanent, it's the same size as a normal vent though. I think there are a few different models. http://www.fantasticvent.com/ The one I have has the rain sensor (opens and closes under it's own power, very nice if you leave it on and a storm comes through) and thermostat, I think they are a little pricey though.
For your size I would say a couple lights over the bed and a couple in the other 4 feet, make sure the ones over the bed are on a seperate switch that you can turn off while in bed.
On edit: I see there is also a portable fantastic fan that you could probably put in a window..... I would bet you could come up with something cheaper if you decide to go that route.
Posted 2007-03-09 7:57 AM (#56913 - in reply to #56870) Subject: RE: Number of Outlets to Install and Lighting?
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Posts: 648 Location: Coconut Creek, FL
I have 2 small black fans that rotate around - one in the LQ area and one that faces the bed. They work great and really help to cool the area down when you don't want or need to run the AC. I have those under cupboard lights and they work well directing light on the stovetop, sink, etc.
Number of Outlets to Install and Lighting?
