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#510023 02/25/2009 12:50 AM
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I want to tow a 12 volt camper with my '40 GMC which is origional 6 volt. Does anyone know the easiest way to make this happen?

Gelee #510034 02/25/2009 1:19 AM
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"easiest" way is convert the trailer to 6V .... or if there's other electric stuff than lights, add xtra tail lights for 6V to hook to the truck, and set up a deep cycle 12V battery in the trailer with a solar panel/charger for the rest

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Gelee #510035 02/25/2009 1:19 AM
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If all you're wanting to do is make sure it has tail/brake lights just change the bulbs to 6v bulbs in the camper. There's a guy on ebay who sells step ups that converts 6 to 12v with a 5 watt max it that doesn't trip your trigger.


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Tiny #511468 02/28/2009 3:15 PM
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Thanks Tiny, I was wondering if that was possible. All I want to do is make sure I have running lights.

Gelee #511472 02/28/2009 3:40 PM
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Seems the easiest way is to change the stop/tail light bulbs to 6 volt. The side lights will still glow but will not be real bright.


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