Similar 30AMP cord questions...?

[jpf]

Didn't want to hijack Snakepitjones thread, so I'll run a parallel question. I also would like to semi-retire my 50 AMP cord for only necessary occasions, but, was a little concerned that with additional "connections", for adapters, I might run into a problem. Was wondering if those of you share my concerns or are they unfounded...?
Since we got hit with a power surge which fried the converter and some other stuff, I purchased a "Surge Guard" protector, unfortunately after the fact.
Here's the questions;
Can there be too many connections ? will the added connections cause any issues ? how many connections are too many ?

In my scenario I would have a 50/30 adapter at the Monty, connected to a 30 AMP cord, connected to a 30/50 adapter, connected to the 50 Surge Guard, connected to a 50/30 connector plugging into the Park Pedestal's 30 AMP power. That's SIX (6) connections. ( I layed all the pieces out on the floor at Camping World and it looks like a lot of connections to me)

Just wondering what other folks who use autoformers and surge guards are handling this...

thanks, jerry

[OntMont]

Hi Jerry and Karen,

I have found that connectors tend to get warm, or even overheat when run close to full load. I would eliminate at least one by going with a 30 amp cord that has a 50amp fitting to connect directly to the trailer, (you can get one at Camping World). I'm not an electrician, but I would think that you could get the Surgeguard rewireed with 30 amp cable in a way that would eliminate all the added connectors. In short, YES, I think you can have too many connectors and I would try to find a way to eliminate as many as possible.

[ols1932]

The heat you experience at the connections is caused mostly by loose and dirty connections. Most of the male connectors flat pins can be spread apart with a small screw driver or knife. The pins should be kept clean by using a knife or emery cloth to keep them shiny. I agree, 6 connectors is too many. The most I've ever used is 4.

Orv

[indy roadrunner]

Jerry, I think I lucked out on this deal. I had the 30Amp autoformer on my Motorhome I traded in and thought it best if I take it off and keep it. I believe the 30amp autoformer will work just fine on the Monty and....I agree 6 connections is too much (work that is). I would have to have a schematic drawing every time I went to hook up to remember what when where.