AC and USB Power outlet in back (1 Viewer)

[musthave]

I've got 3 kids. When travelling we've got tablets, etc. on for longer trips. Currently I rely on charging them 1 at a time from up front.


I'd like to know of a way to install 2 or 3 USB powering locations in the back area. Maybe even a separate inverter with AC for other devices. Most important is USB charging for smalelr devices though.

Found a few threads, but can't decide how to do it best with just USB for now.

Has anyone come up with a good solution for this?

 

[ironhippy]

There are lots of ways. You could quickly hack something together by splicing the factory wiring.

For power distribution examples here is NLXTACY's power distribution threads:
https://forum.ih8mud.com/80-series-tech/239766-how-power-distribution-part-1-aux-fuse-panel.html
https://forum.ih8mud.com/80-series-tech/239774-how-power-distribution-part-2-12-volt-outlets.html
https://forum.ih8mud.com/80-series-tech/239781-how-power-distribution-part-3-inverter-install.html
https://forum.ih8mud.com/80-series-tech/239802-how-power-distribution-part-4-bring-da-power.html

Obviously, you don't have to go that far, but he does everything right.

I recommend using this USB outlet, it provides 2 amps of power (max, so if you plug 2 usb they would get about 1 amp each)

http://www.amazon.com/Blue-Sea-Syst...F8&qid=1388690267&sr=8-1&keywords=bluesea+usb

Good luck, I recommend ensuring you have a good design/idea before you start purchasing or modifying anything

 

[jonheld]

https://forum.ih8mud.com/80-series-tech/197743-12v-power-center-row.html
This is what I did a few years ago. They have all been replaced with BlueSea dual USB ports.
http://www.bluesea.com/products/1016/Dual_USB_Charger_Socket

I added a 3rd one in the front passenger door and an always hot one in the rear cargo area.

 

[musthave]

Perfect, that gives me some great ideas for my next additions.

 

[FirstToy]

I used the old cd changer hole in the center console to house the inverter and other plug in accessories

maybe this will help with ideas
https://forum.ih8mud.com/80-series-tech/415785-fusebox-s-installation-bluesea.html