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Old 05-05-2024, 04:13 PM   #7
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It's good to pick up each one of the step-up and step down adapters and / or dog bones to make sure you have every combination at any time for any condition. I know there are those who say they've never had to face having only a 30 amp outlet to plug in their 50 amp camper, but if you travel, you probably will run into a state park or even some older private parks that still have only 30 amp hook-ups .... especially in some Indiana State Parks.

So, the adapters are relatively cheap and they are absolutely priceless when you actually need one. So, no matter what the price, when you need one, you'll be glad you paid the price ahead of time and have the adapter with you. Because, once you are "there" chances are, you won't have anywhere close to get the one you are needing and don't have.

Also, even though it's costly and you may not use it very often, but also pick up a 50 amp RV extension cord. An extension cord has the male and female end for 50 amp. The female end will let you plug in your regular 50 amp cord for your camper. The regular cord has the bayonete mount that slides in and turns into your camper hook-up. That's NOT the extension cord. The extension has the 4 male prongs on one end and 4 female insert holes on the other. Don't confuse the 2, think that getting a regular cord IS an extension. Nope! I paid about $250 for an extension, only to find out it was NOT the extension. I kept it for a back up (and glad I did later), but did turn around spend another $200 for a 25 foot EXTENSION that was a 50 amp EXTENSION. (And I've used it many times .... many!)

So, pick up a:

25 foot 50 amp (Male) end to a 50 amp (Female) end EXTENSION cord.

Also a:
15/20 (house hold male end) to 30 amp (RV female end) dog bone.
30 amp RV (male end) to 50 amp RV (female end) dog bone.

50 amp RV (male end) to a 30 amp RV (female end) dog bone.
30 amp RV (male end) to a 15/20 amp household (female end) dog bone.

With these 4 different adapters / dog bones, you'll be covered for any type of electric hook up. Again, having them and not needing them is more comforting than landing on a campsite and needed them and KNOW you don't have them. Be prepared .... especially if you travel. Every campsite and ever campground IS different.
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