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quote:Originally posted by genecurp
Thanks, guys. I have been told both ways: the trailer can draw down the truck batteries (or the inverse- the truck can charge the trailer) AND been told that the trailer cannot draw power from the truck. The latest last week I was told it depends on how it's wired.
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Like many things, the answer is "it depends". In your case you have a 2006 Ford and it is wired such that turning off the ignition switch deactivates the 12V feed to the trailer plug. Consequently, your trailer can not discharge your TV battery. If you owned a Chevy or Dodge, the answer may (will) be different. You have to watch who answers your questions and what kind of vehicle they are driving.
All TVs regardless of manufacturer, (except the Chevy when the dealer forgets to install the fuse (I forget which one it is)) will charge the trailer batteries wnen the TV's engine is running.