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02-17-2020, 11:27 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Chateau 31Y
State: Ohio
Posts: 4
THOR #17554
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Surge protector for 50amp to 30amp dogbone
We have a seasonal site this summer that only has 50amp service but we have a 30amp Chateau 31Y motorcoach. I plan on using a 50 to 30 dogbone but I think a surge protector would be a good addition as well. Should I get a 50amp protector to go between the box and dogbone or a 30 amp protector to go between the dogbone and rig? Sorry if this is a stupid question, DH thinks we don't need one but I would rather be safe than sorry. I appreciate any advise.
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02-17-2020, 11:48 PM
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Site Team
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: ACE 27.1
State: Florida
Posts: 14,326
THOR #7035
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If you get one, get the one that fits your coach, the 30 amp one. That way you can use it wherever you are.
If you buy a 50 amp one you will only be able to use it at 50 amp pedestals.
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2016 ACE 27.1
2016 Chevy Sonic Toad - Selling
2020 Chevy Colorado Z71 Trail Runner Toad
2024 Chevrolet Trax 2RS - Soon 2B TOAD
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02-19-2020, 11:41 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 27.7
State: Pennsylvania
Posts: 165
THOR #12085
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Ditto, get the 30 amp. I actually called , maker of my surge protector, and asked them this question. 16ACE27 gave you the spot on answer.
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02-20-2020, 01:07 AM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Chateau 31Y
State: Ohio
Posts: 4
THOR #17554
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Thank you!
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02-20-2020, 10:19 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: A.C.E 27.2
State: Louisiana
Posts: 242
THOR #17883
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I use my 30 amp surge protector all the time with dog bones. I have a 50 amp to 30 amp dog bone but have never needed it.
I have a 15 amp to 30 amp dog bone that I use at home to run the reefer and keep the batteries charged and I use my surge protector on it too.
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02-20-2020, 10:40 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 29M
State: Texas
Posts: 2,712
THOR #11781
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Easy-peasy, 30 amp coach, 30 amp surge protector.
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2018 Hurricane 29M
CHF, Saf-T-Plus, SumoSprings
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02-21-2020, 05:26 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Renegade Valencia 38RB
State: California
Posts: 3,498
THOR #3156
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Get the hard wired 30 amp from progressive industries. Install it and never worry again
Jerry
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02-21-2020, 03:03 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: SOB 2014 Meridian 36M
State: Washington
Posts: 981
THOR #7205
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Speaking of surge protectors... I have one I can sell for $45 bucks shipped. I'll post it in the in classified section. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...3QBBWH2SQX4NBQ
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Wenatchee, WA
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02-26-2020, 07:31 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Keystone
Model: Sprinter
State: Florida
Posts: 1,422
THOR #15553
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30 for 30; 50 for 50
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02-27-2020, 03:58 AM
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Junior Member
Brand: DRV
Model: TK3
State: Georgia
Posts: 8
THOR #15512
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It was suggested to get a built in one. I would not recommend it. I blew my external up this past summer out a long way from where I could replace it. The park fixed the post problem, I tested it with another meter to be sure then plugged in direct. If it had been built in, I would have been out of power for a few days.
The second reason is I test the pedestal at a new park before backing in. It has saved pulling back out before going to another site.
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02-27-2020, 02:03 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 24.1 KC's Big Box
State: Kansas
Posts: 2,171
THOR #3510
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Lola
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we would not be without a surge protector...would you rather pay a few hundred dollars for a surge protector...or pay big bucks for a new refrigerator, air conditioner, etc. ? and...we HAVE hooked up to a couple of sites which our protector has rejected !
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2001 Scamp 13'
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02-27-2020, 02:10 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Travato
State: Florida
Posts: 2,475
THOR #1765
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Quote:
Originally Posted by vkb
we would not be without a surge protector...would you rather pay a few hundred dollars for a surge protector...or pay big bucks for a new refrigerator, air conditioner, etc. ? and...we HAVE hooked up to a couple of sites which our protector has rejected !
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Second that...been there...done that. Replaced an AC and bought a surge protector at the same time.
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