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Subject Topic: Extra sockets
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06/4/2009 at 5:20pm
 Location: Glasgow
 Outfit: Elddis Avante Honda crv
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We have Elddiss avante which has only 2 sockets on board [3 Pin] and wouldlike some advice how to add extra ones outside and inside if possible.


06/4/2009 at 7:57pm
 Location: Milton Keynes
 Outfit: Retired motorhomer
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In the past I have fitted extra sockets inside the caravan by running a spur from and existing socket. An alternative would be to use a 4 gang extension socket. This is not a bad solution if you want to run relatively low wattage items like TV or phone chargers. As far as outside sockets it depends where you want to fit them. All outside sockets need to be protected from dirt and damp. The options seem to be, a) fit an external socket through the wall of the van, perhaps best left to the professionals, b) fit a socket in and outside locker, but would still need a hinged flap and c) fit a socket to the underside of the caravan but the socket would need to be weather proof.

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06/4/2009 at 9:19pm
 Location: Herts
 Outfit: Conway Classic Trio 2004
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If its still under warrenty then it has to be carried out by a professional.  We are looking into getting a new van and were quoted £150 for them to fit one socket!!!  If your van is not under warrenty then i can't see why you shouldn't fit one yourself if you know what you are doing. 

The sockets are not expensive to buy nor is the cable

running to hide now cos i will be sworn at for saying you could probably do it yourself lol



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06/4/2009 at 9:27pm
 Location: NW of Glasgow
 Outfit: Sterling Searcher 2008 Volvo XC90
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I would probably not cut a hole to fit an outside socket in a van under warranty, but i don't see a problem fitting an inside one, as long as you know what you are doing.   

If it were to cause an electrical problem then obviously the manufacturers of the van would not want to know.

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Jennifer



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