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existentialsailor
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Initially Posted - 05/16/2006 : 04:47:13

I want to install 12V outlets, one forward of the mast and one in the cockpit. I haven't been able to find any that convince me they will be durable and watertight.

Anyone got any suggestions?

Rick

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aeckhart
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Response Posted - 05/16/2006 : 07:08:31

I installed two cheapies from West Marine in my cockpit. They've worked withot a problem for three years. They both have a rubber cap that seals the circuit from water intrusion.

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cathluk
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Response Posted - 05/16/2006 : 07:20:43

I doubt you'll have any problems with a 12V outlet in the cockpit. As Al says they have a rubber cap to seal them off. In front of the mast it's liable to get a lot wetter with waves breaking over the bow so I'd be more cautious there.

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frog0911
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Response Posted - 05/16/2006 : 09:00:16

I installed by 12v in the cockpit coaming box. If I were to install one forward I think I would put it in the anchor locker to provide some protection.

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existentialsailor
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Response Posted - 05/16/2006 : 10:56:06

Nice idea Frog, however Capri's have neither coaming boxes nor anchor lockers so these things are going to be completely exposed, hence my reason for not wanting the rubber cover ones.

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JimB517
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Response Posted - 05/16/2006 : 11:57:32

The best West Marine deck plugs cost about $25. Yikes, that's a lot. Its not a cigarette lighter type plug, but a deck plug that has a cap that screws on when not in use plus the appliance plug has o ring protectors and screws onto the deck plug. I use these for autopilot, anchor light, and accessories. I don't like cigarette lighter type plugs. These alternatives are about as waterproof as you can get.

I'd be worried about one at the bow but at the mast or in the cockpit no problem.

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Tom Potter
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Response Posted - 05/16/2006 : 12:02:00

Like Frog, I too put mine in the coaming pockets. I have two, one each side. Jim's WM deck plugs I think is your best bet.

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takokichi
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Response Posted - 05/16/2006 : 17:33:26

Rick - Randy has made me a big believer in not drilling holes in the boat, especially the outside of the boat. I'll show you some of my silly installations on Assunta next time you're aboard - anything to avoid new holes. What are you thinking of using the 12v sockets for? I'd put a socket or two inside - in a wooden part rather than glass, since you can unscrew and replace most of the wooden parts - and use an extension to get you where you need to be.

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Frank Hopper
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Response Posted - 05/16/2006 : 18:39:37

<blockquote id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote">Originally posted by takokichi
 Rick - Randy has made me a big believer in not drilling holes in the boat, especially the outside of the boat. I'll show you some of my silly installations on Assunta next time you're aboard - anything to avoid new holes. What are you thinking of using the 12v sockets for? I'd put a socket or two inside - in a wooden part rather than glass, since you can unscrew and replace most of the wooden parts - and use an extension to get you where you need to be.
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Ditto

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Bubba
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Response Posted - 05/16/2006 : 20:51:40

I made up a 12-volt extension cord using a cigarette lighter-type plug and socket. It reaches from an outlet in the galley to anywhere I need to go on the boat. It runs things like a 12v vacuum, spot light, & inflator.

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