Just bought 12 volt fridge on e bay

[f5fstop]

l think I sent the procedure, let me know. I didn't get a notification that it was sent correctly.

[f5fstop]

Do you really need the RAP? It goes out when you open the door, so it won't buy you that much time.

[DDWH]

Is there room to mount it on either side where the side panels are? I am trying to reember how much space was there from memory

[fourfourto]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">.... gonna go outbid you </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Its on its way auction ended.They probobly have more up.I checked prices online but this was best deal.

Anyone know for sure if those outlets go off or not after 20 minutes

[f5fstop]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by fourfourto:
I guess the right socket is 30 amps because it also runs the cargo one.

Is there a way to tap into the dome light it has rundown protection after 20 minutes.Its better for the fridge than rap because rap goes of when you open and shut door if hooked up to dome circuit it would stay on for 20 minutes after leaving truck. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Yes, all interior lights have rundown protection. (Which I'll add here for others, rundown protection and RAP are different.)
However, the draw of a the cooler might be too large for tapping into the dome light circuit, unless you wire in a relay. Just wire in the coil side of the relay to the dome lamp, and run a B+ line (could be one from the accessory plug) for the switched side, that would work and not overpower the dome fuse or more importantly the dome wiring.

Using your idea, it would not be hard to make the rear accessory plug (or one of the front ones) turn off after twenty minutes, just be adding in a simple relay somewhere in the rear panel.

[f5fstop]

Three reasons why I am positive they don't go out in 20 minutes.
One, they are not shown on the GM RAP circuit schematics.
Two, the GM schematics for the accessory plugs show:
One of the front ones (I assume the left) is powered through the 20A AUX PWR 1 Fuse (51), while the other front one, and the rear is fed through the 30A AUX PWR 2 Fuse (45), and both fuses are connected via the underhood fuse block bus to the RED wire that connects directly to the battery.
I have plugged in my GPS and left it overnight, but when I come out in the AM to get in the H3, the Green power light is on and I can see it in the window before I hit the remote.

[fourfourto]

fridge up against console,notice top of fridge is a couple inches or so from console it would need to be attached for suport.than console lid wouldnt open enough.

[KenP]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by fourfourto:
Damn, $35! I could get a couple dozen of those instead of one ARB

I thought you were being a wise a s s saying you could get 12 of mine for $35.00 wasnt sure about arb </div></BLOCKQUOTE>I knew you must have mis-read what I typed.

[KenP]

Since I don't kow what the hell RAP Circuit is, couldn't you just wire it to an ACC fuse like I did for my CB install?

http://elcova.com/groupee/forums/a/frm/f/6706011751

This shuts off when you turn the truck off.

[fourfourto]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Since the accessory plugs are hot at all times, so if you leave it plugged in, it could drain the battery </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I thought the accessory plugs went off in 20 minutes.I could have swore I read here that its timed out.

I noticed back of front console has a lip on bottom and the backs not flat also I must leave room for console lid to flip. Theres definatly room to open cup holder though I dont beleve the fridge door will open all the way.I have to play with it and make some kind of mount.Otherwise it will go in the cargo area but I prefer it in the back seat.The right side rear seat has room to fold down without removing fridge.

Ill list pics when I get it and figure out what to do.

[Mark805]

.... gonna go outbid you

I thought I read the 20 minute thing somewhere too.

[DDWH]

Looks cool, make sure to post your install pics!

[fourfourto]

Thanks f5fstop I thought I read they went off.
figured you were right I havent heard of you being wrong yet.
I guess I have to tap in a rap circuit maybee put a 12 outlet under seat on that metal plate.Does the harness underneath the seat have a rap circuit ?

Im suprised they put my lighter in the left port if the right one is higher amp

[BABHUMV]

One reason I am sure. I had a dead battery with one of those fridges one morning. Experience is the best teacher.

[fourfourto]

I coulds use the blower for key foward (truck running)or use the rear wiper for key fwd + back on accy. the open door shut off doesnt matter .I think I want it to run fridge on accy back so ill go with the rear wiper.My wife watches burned dvds of soap operas during lunch with key in accy position ,that way in the summer it will keep drinks cool for her. It wouldnt be left on accy for more than a hour or so, not enough to kill battery. Same reason for when at the drive in movies .

[fourfourto]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Can't you just plug it into a cig lighter? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
Thats to easy. Then I got to remember to shut it off or risk dead battery.

Damn, $35! I could get a couple dozen of those instead of one ARB.
Where?

[fourfourto]

I should have it in about a week.It should fit behind console with room to open rear cup holder.Rear right seat can still fold down,I have to make some kind of removable mount(velcro) for folding down left side.Holds 8 cans it has a double insulated glass door.I might paint the back part black.Hopefully it will mount were I want otherwise I will put in cargo area.Probobly tap in to 12 volt outlet so its on while driving and 20 minutes after.I will post pics when I receive it.
12 volt fridge on ebay

[fourfourto]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Just wire in the coil side of the relay to the dome lamp </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Were is the dome light wire.
This is small fridge its also a warmer.

On fridge is listed Nominal current draw 3.6 amps fuse rating 10 amp.
How can I tell if dome circuit can handle the load?

Any aftermarket auto shutoff options?

I was thinking of putting a 12 volt socket under seat instead of hard wiring it.Rather tap right in but if I need a relay Ill put one in.I have one installed for my airhorn.

I could just plug it in but I dont like the looks and trouble with unpluging all the time.

[fourfourto]

fridge with cup holder down

[fourfourto]

Do you mean inside pannel,I dont beleve theres room and I really dont want to cut into panel.
Any pics of cargo area with pannel removed ?.I didnt try to see if it fit in compartment I dont think it will I beleve it has to be upright.

I really wanted clean install look but in the cargo area will work.
Im mostly going to use on trips but it would be nice to have a couple sodas, waters ,and beers in there all the time.

My wife took the H3 to work Ill play with it on sunday.

Any rap wires in the cargo area?
Any info on timer relays ?.