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Re: OT/ Pickup Electrical Question
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Posted by Ludwig on May 09, 2007 at 09:07:19 from (198.51.119.155):
In Reply to: OT/ Pickup Electrical Question posted by DP on May 09, 2007 at 08:50:47:
The clearance lights are probably all 5w probably the same for the 3 on the rear, so 55w there. Tail lights are probably more, 10w maybe? Say 90w total to be safe. Thats ~7.5amps.
Chart I found online http://www.rowand.net/Shop/Tech/WireCapacityChart.htm
says you'd need 18ga wire to carry that, in fact it says 18ga is safe to 10a.
I *think* most trailer wiring is 18ga as is most truck wiring but check yours to be sure. Also check the bulbs in your lights to see what they draw.
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