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12v inverter.

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications' started by kevinpm, Jul 18, 2010.

  1. kevinpm

    kevinpm Junior Member

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    Has anyone installed a 12 volt inverter in a Prius? Any suggestions on running the wires from the battery through the firewall?

    Regards,
    Kevin
     
    #1 kevinpm, Jul 18, 2010
  2. longjohn931

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    I have used several cigarette lighter plug in models. They worked just fine. They have a fuse in the plug to avoid any voltage surges. Do you need to make a permanent install? The 12 volt battery for the 05 is in the rear.
     
    #2 longjohn931, Jul 18, 2010
  3. kevinpm

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    Yeah, I was thinking that I would go to the front to the posts on the drivers side under the hood (at least I think thats what they were in the fuse box last time I looked). I wasn't sure if there was some sort of safety switch there to stop an electrical problem I might inadvertently cause. Its an 800 watt, Peak inverter that I picked up for $40 from Sam's club.

    At this time I have no plans to remove it, I want to set up my laptop and a printer on the front passenger side for work. The kit came with clamps for the posts but I was thinking of cutting those off and putting circular terminal connectors on if I'm running it to the back.

    I just don't want to (read: can't afford to) fry anything electronic in the car.

    Regards,
    Kevin
     
    #3 kevinpm, Jul 18, 2010
  4. DetPrius

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    I frequently use a plug in model but someone on this site permanently installed one and did a beautiful job installing the 110 volt outlet on the front of the storage tray area, right next to the 12 volt outlet. I didn't bookmark the thread but a search should find it.
     
    #4 DetPrius, Jul 18, 2010
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