Connecting a ViaAir Compressor to a RV

Connecting a ViaAir Compressor to a RV - Part 2

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You must ensure that the Ground (GD-White) and Battery (AX-BLACK) leads in the RV's 7-Pin connector are 10AWG. Most are, but some cheaper RVs may use 14AWG. Do NOT use this adapter if the AX and GD wires are less than 10AWG.
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I recently purchased a ViaAir RV air compressor which is a good unit. However, it is intended to be powered from a battery as it has alligator clips for the power leads. The two options for powering the compressor is either from the tow vehicle or RV itself from it's Deep-Cycle battery.
I prefer to use the RV as the two vehicle may not always be available. Unfortunately, the battery in the RV is contained in a battery box, secured with a strap tie down and reaching the battery terminals is not easy.
In Video Part 1, I installed a remote battery connector in the RV. This requires wiring the connector directly to the battery. However some RV'ers will not want to do this, so in this part 2 video, I will build an adapter so the trailer's 7-Pin wire harness can be used.
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@user-ll6zh2bi7c 3 ай бұрын

I’m going to do this but will use SJ cord

@DennisWintjes2 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. Like #7, view 52.

@RVProject 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@julesbabauta Жыл бұрын

Can you do a video on how to do this but to access power from the trucks trailer outlet to power the compressor?

@coreymerritt7742 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool idea I do have a small air compressor in my travel trailer with a cigarette lighter end but I could change to alligator clips and then I would not have to use my truck especially if I were on the side of a highway and the cord would not reach or something thanks 😊

@RVProject 2 жыл бұрын

You could also adapt the 7 pin connector to a cigarette lighter jack.

@billporter7505 2 жыл бұрын

Would it be possible to plug into the tow vehicle and use the tow vehicle battery instead of the camper battery? In case the camper battery was dead.

@kentwicker6818 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, and that's my plan. That way it should reach my boat trailer wheels. You will want to ensure your truck's 12v + circuit for the 7-pin connector has a fuse that is high enough for the compressor. It should list it in the owner's manual. I believe my RAM has a 40 amp fuse and my compressor a 20 amp fuse so it should work fine.

@RVProject 2 жыл бұрын

As long as the vehicle connects 12V to the 7 pin connector it should be OK. I have been hearing from some vehicle owners that some vehicles may not supply 12V unless the parking brake is on. I have not independently verified that, but it is something to consider if it does not work.