I've found the best place to get an inverter is at the truck stops. Best prices. To run a t/v and laptop, you need around 200 watts. This will draw about 20 amps so you need at least 12 gauge wire to feed it. A better option would be to get a 12 volt TV and 12 volt adapter for you laptop. This would be more efficient. Dennis
-----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Richard Golen Sent: Wednesday, March 13, 2002 6:41 AM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: 12v/110v converter info needed Hi, I want to put a 12 v DC / 110 v AC converter in my Westy to run my laptop and a small TV, and need some advice. a. What type of converter do I need? Amps, etc. b. Where do I mount it? c. Where's the best place to wire it in? The battery? The fusebox for the fridge, etc? Thanks in advance. Ric |
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