DIY: Adding the 12V Power Outlet Option in the Bed

[Tracy Bowman]

Received mine quickly, had to wait for a warm day to install it. Simple project for me and works great.

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[Krudo]

The package is on the way and should arrive Tuesday. Enjoy your weekend!

Working like a charm! Thanks for the fast delivery and communications. Great addition to my truck.

 

[alan0614]

Hey everyone I've been working on a factory looking 12V 20 amp socket for the bed that doesn't require cutting into the bed or splicing into wires. It also doesn't require any adapters. It uses a heavy duty socket and 14awg well insulated copper wire. It's a super simple install that only requires tightening one stainless steel bolt. The socket housing is also sprayed with truck bed liner. Below is a link to the listing I have on eBay. Check it out and message me if you have any questions. I'm also looking at selling the same setup with I long pigtail so you can run it to the battery or fuse box. Let me know if you are interested.

Look at this on eBay
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2019-2020-...=p2349624.m2548.l6249&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0

Got mine last week, super easy install.

 

[BILKO]

Got mine last week, super easy install.

Awesome! I'm glad you found it easy to install. Thanks for the positive feedback!

 

[BILKO]

Working like a charm! Thanks for the fast delivery and communications. Great addition to my truck.

Glad to hear you liked the setup. Thanks for the positive feedback!

 

[BILKO]

Received mine quickly, had to wait for a warm day to install it. Simple project for me and works great.

Looks great! I'm glad your happy with it. Thanks for posting the pictures.

 

[Dr3wDrop]

Forgive my ignorance.. So to get this from 12v to a 3-prong outlet you need an inverter (Something like this).

Could one of these handy bed plugs made by @G5RP or @WLFPIR8 have an inverter built inline and then in the bed there is just a 3-prong outlet?

 

[BILKO]

Forgive my ignorance.. So to get this from 12v to a 3-prong outlet you need an inverter (Something like this).

Could one of these handy bed plugs made by @G5RP or @WLFPIR8 have an inverter built inline and then in the bed there is just a 3-prong outlet?

I have done some research on this in the past, but I have yet to find a great solution based on supplies already on the market. I can't find an in line inverter that I can then use to place a 3 prong 110V-120V outlet in that slot in the bed. It is still something that is on my mind though and I would like to do in the future if I can come up with a clean setup. I'll keep you updated.

 

[Dr3wDrop]

I have done some research on this in the past, but I have yet to find a great solution based on supplies already on the market. I can't find an in line inverter that I can then use to place a 3 prong 110V-120V outlet in that slot in the bed. It is still something that is on my mind though and I would like to do in the future if I can come up with a clean setup. I'll keep you updated.

I am glad I wasn't pulling that thought out of thin air!

 

[SVTPaul]

I have done some research on this in the past, but I have yet to find a great solution based on supplies already on the market. I can't find an in line inverter that I can then use to place a 3 prong 110V-120V outlet in that slot in the bed. It is still something that is on my mind though and I would like to do in the future if I can come up with a clean setup. I'll keep you updated.

This would be neat! You'd need an exterior rated inverter (IP57 or the like) to go somewhere up in the fender area where the factory plug is. If you come up with a solution, you can count me in on buying one.

 

[Caliope]

Hey everyone I've been working on a factory looking 12V 20 amp socket for the bed that doesn't require cutting into the bed or splicing into wires. It also doesn't require any adapters. It uses a heavy duty socket and 14awg well insulated copper wire. It's a super simple install that only requires tightening one stainless steel bolt. The socket housing is also sprayed with truck bed liner. Below is a link to the listing I have on eBay. Check it out and message me if you have any questions. I'm also looking at selling the same setup with I long pigtail so you can run it to the battery or fuse box. Let me know if you are interested.

Look at this on eBay
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2019-2020-...=p2349624.m2548.l6249&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0

My outlet just arrived this afternoon. It is supposed to be in the 60s Saturday here in IL, so I am hoping to do the install then. Can't wait to see it installed.

 

[WLFPIR8]

Couple of updates since I don't post here often...

I've got adapter plates that fit the standard 1"x1.25" MOLLE PANEL holes available later this week (see pic). This way you have direct access to the plug/socket since most of the panel systems kinda cover the hole.

ALSO, I will have pre-made 8mm DC cables available. E.G. what you use to charge your Goal Zero Yeti, Jackery, or other battery bank system that uses that standard connector. Those along with pics will be added to the store later this week as well.

And FINALY, I have a bunch of the FEMALE connector kits available. This is the OEM side connector that's mounted to the frame of the truck. So if you want to do your own direct battery wiring, you can get that connector, some wire and a fuse, and DIY it to my current kit.

 

[Caliope]

Instslled my outlet from G5RP today. The hardest (and scariest) part was cutting the hole in my Bedrug bedliner to fit around the outlet. I think it looks pretty good IMHO.

 

[BILKO]

Instslled my outlet from G5RP today. The hardest (and scariest) part was cutting the hole in my Bedrug bedliner to fit around the outlet. I think it looks pretty good IMHO.

Looks great! Thanks for the post and pic!

 

[subquark]

Instslled my outlet from G5RP today. The hardest (and scariest) part was cutting the hole in my Bedrug bedliner to fit around the outlet. I think it looks pretty good IMHO.

Looks awesome, I hope I can do as good a job with my BedRug! Well done!

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