Help me find an AC outlet

[Hayes]

I just can't believe there's not an AC outlet with a small, simple lid that will close over the top. Not a big outdoor home-type outlet, just a single female plug with a lid/door that closes over the top of it. Like the 12V outlets you can get from marine shops.

Want to install a couple in my 80 with an inverter.

I've scoured the web and couldn't find anything.

I checked out a plug for a Tacoma, but it's way too big.

Anyone?

Hayes

 

[re_guderian]

I just can't believe there's not an AC outlet with a small, simple lid that will close over the top. Not a big outdoor home-type outlet, just a single female plug with a lid/door that closes over the top of it. Like the 12V outlets you can get from marine shops.

Want to install a couple in my 80 with an inverter.

I've scoured the web and couldn't find anything.

I checked out a plug for a Tacoma, but it's way too big.

Anyone?

Hayes

2000-2004 Toyota Avalon's have them. My plug cover is about the size of the plug (but no ground)

 

[Beowulf]

2000-2004 Toyota Avalon's have them. My plug cover is about the size of the plug (but no ground)

Got a pic?

-B-

 

[mobi-arc]

http://www.interpower.com/ic/images/88010360spec.jpg

 

[SINCITY100]

I just can't believe there's not an AC outlet with a small, simple lid that will close over the top. Not a big outdoor home-type outlet, just a single female plug with a lid/door that closes over the top of it. Like the 12V outlets you can get from marine shops.

Want to install a couple in my 80 with an inverter.

I've scoured the web and couldn't find anything.

I checked out a plug for a Tacoma, but it's way too big.

Anyone?

Hayes

are you looking for a 2 or 3 pin ?

 

[re_guderian]

Got a pic?

-B-

The "old-man" version with the bench seat has the plug on the lower center dash, under the ash tray. The bucket seat version has it on the rear of the center console.

 

[re_guderian]

There is an on/off control switch on the dash under the ignition. Not sure how big the unit is behind the dash. I could dig up the EWD is you're really interested.

 

[Beowulf]

Hmmm. Those look nice. I wonder if C-Dan has the part numbers in stock?

-B-

 

[GulfShoresFJ60]

You might look into something like on the FJ Cruiser. They have those 115V switches and outlets somewhere - haven't had a chance to completely search my buddy's FJ.

 

[re_guderian]

Hmmm. Those look nice. I wonder if C-Dan has the part numbers in stock?

-B-

Be prepared for sticker shock, if it's anything like the other Avalon parts I've looked into. Go for salvage. TAP had a few hulks laying around last time I browsed their website...

 

[Hayes]

Sweet.
That's more or less what I'm looking for.
Thanks.

I'd like a 3-prong outlet--so I won't have to deal with adapters if I want to use something with a 3-prong plug.

The grounded Tacoma outlet was pretty nice, but the thing must have been at leas 6 inches square (and about $30).

I plan on switching the inverter with some kind of relay and switch. The Toyota switches look nice, but I bet their $$ and they're likely set-up for plug and play with a plug I don't have...

http://www.interpower.com/ic/images/88010360spec.jpg

 

[SINCITY100]

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The A/C plug for a 2002 Avalon (part# 85530-41030) is $32.38 msrp and yes, the Tacomas (part# 85530-04010) is $32.35....

Actually I think thats quite reasonable, well at least compared to the Toyota inverter ( part# 86210-04010 ) @ $954.53


That must be one DAMN good inverter




.

 

[Beowulf]

Do the Avalon's all have an inverter and does anyone know the rating?

-B-

 

[CruisinGA]

I plan on switching the inverter with some kind of relay and switch. The Toyota switches look nice, but I bet their $$ and they're likely set-up for plug and play with a plug I don't have...

You shouldn't need to switch the power supply to the inverter in order to control it...

Just tap into the switch that's built into the inverter itself.

Save a few bucks and keep things a little more simple...

 

[re_guderian]

Do the Avalon's all have an inverter and does anyone know the rating?

-B-

Not sure if it's all, or just XLS models.

 

[Hayes]

You shouldn't need to switch the power supply to the inverter in order to control it...

Just tap into the switch that's built into the inverter itself.

Save a few bucks and keep things a little more simple...

Good point, but then I have to open up the inverter...

 

[CruisinGA]

Good point, but then I have to open up the inverter...

Yes ?

don't be skeered