856; Modern cigarette 12 V install

[FLtractor 140]

Morning, 

While installing new ignition.. thinking of adding a modern cigarette 12 V outlet such as this one.. anyone use modern one in older dash with good luck? 

[Racinbob 12,871]

Sure. Any parts store will have a selection of dash mount. I mounted on the side on the steering tower for a power point. It has a rubber cover when not in use. 

 

[gwest_ca-(File Mod) 12,080]

That is a good one. Many available will not take a 15 amp load.

[FLtractor 140]

27 minutes ago, gwest_ca said:

That is a good one. Many available will not take a 15 amp load.

Another one I’m looking at is threaded and seems would be easier to secure on tractor. That one is 12V.. as far as the 12 vs 15amp.. how does that compare in terms of charging time such as phone electrical device or cigarette lighter? Is it noticeable difference in time or charge amount? Attached the 12V photo 

Edited 12 hours ago by FLtractor

[My_horse 89]

What about a usb port?  😎

[gwest_ca-(File Mod) 12,080]

That sure makes mounting easier but 20 amp is pushing it for 13 gauge wire. You would seldom have a 15 amp load on it if ever.

[sqrlgtr 2,343]

Here is a weatherproof  one that came from wally w. That I put on my atv to run sprayer and spotlight. Always thought one would be handy on Wheel Horse. If I was going to put one in original hole I would just go back with one that looked and fit like original but thats just me. Just about any auto parts store would have socket that will fit the hole in dash.

[FLtractor 140]

1 hour ago, gwest_ca said:

That sure makes mounting easier but 20 amp is pushing it for 13 gauge wire. You would seldom have a 15 amp load on it if ever.

So should I go with a different amp rated model? Or your just saying that 20 amps fully used would be a lot for 13 g wire but whatever I run in that socket will never run that many amps? 

[FLtractor 140]

1 hour ago, sqrlgtr said:

Here is a weatherproof  one that came from wally w. That I put on my atv to run sprayer and spotlight. Always thought one would be handy on Wheel Horse. If I was going to put one in original hole I would just go back with one that looked and fit like original but thats just me. Just about any auto parts store would have socket that will fit the hole in dash.

Have you ever had any issues with socket not having enough amps to power any devices ? 

[sqrlgtr 2,343]

I don't know how many amps the sprayer draws but I have run 4/5hrs continuously, only break was filling tank back up, without any problems. It is "plumbed" with 12ga wire, also has inline fuse but have never had to replace it since I have been using it (probably going on 10 years now). Only other thing I've used it for is a spotlight occasionally.

[FLtractor 140]

19 minutes ago, sqrlgtr said:

I don't know how many amps the sprayer draws but I have run 4/5hrs continuously, only break was filling tank back up, without any problems. It is "plumbed" with 12ga wire, also has inline fuse but have never had to replace it since I have been using it (probably going on 10 years now). Only other thing I've used it for is a spotlight occasionally.

That’s great to know. I found this one at Ace that looks vintage but no cover and not waterproof so the search continues, the dark illumination is pretty cool sounding 

https://www.acehardware.com/departments/automotive-rv-and-marine/automotive-accessories/interior-automotive-accessories/8567547?store=07479&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20158972939&gbraid=0AAAAADtqLJG3y3ud_SMRESBvCAojL3JEh&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIrYC3-_7UkwMVTEn_AR06gwLYEAQYAiABEgIQXvD_BwE

Edited 8 hours ago by FLtractor

[gwest_ca-(File Mod) 12,080]

2 hours ago, FLtractor said:

So should I go with a different amp rated model? Or your just saying that 20 amps fully used would be a lot for 13 g wire but whatever I run in that socket will never run that many amps? 

You can fuse it at 15 amp and be assured it will last forever.

[FLtractor 140]

6 minutes ago, gwest_ca said:

You can fuse it at 15 amp and be assured it will last forever.

Interesting. Thanks for the info