Here'n'There
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JUST SKIP to the last paragraph for the question I have without all the wherefore and whereases!
We've only been FTing for 3+ years so I haven't really experienced a whole lot of different site pedestal set ups... but this park's set up IS new to me.
First off, the sites are "back ins" but the pedestals are on the "patio side" - unless you're go head in with a B, C or A. And, the pedestals are close to the front of the sites (nearest the road).
The result is that you have to run the utility lines UNDER the trailer and in my case, can only back in to the site so far because of the length of the 50a hook up cable - not far enough to allow room to park the truck completely OFF the road. And at the same time, we've got about 20' in back of the trailer that is wasted.
Long way to ask the question... If I were to buy another 25' 50a cable, could I hook them up end to end? I know there is a "voltage drop" in these cables which may / may not be acceptable through a total of 50 feet for stuff like AC's etc.
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rhochnadel
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50 feet of cable will probably not impact your voltage a whole lot!
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Old-Biscuit
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Yes you can use a 50A extension cord.
I went a different route.......I didn't care to lug around another anaconda cord for those few times I might need it.
For about the same money as an extension cord......I have a 50A twist on receptacle (just like the OEM one) at the front of rig.
Junction box were OEM plug wires run to main panel.......front & rear wired to junction box feeding main panel.
I went a step farther just because of both plugs being hot when using either one and I also can have my generator plugged into one so I wanted protection.
I installed a 125A subpanel.......front & rear feed panel via 50A double pole mechanically tied breakers then feed main panel. Close one breaker....other breaker opens so only one plug/wiring is hot at a time and I can have shore power plugged into one with generator plugged into other...isolated from each other.
My manual transfer switch...........or you could go with double feeds and an auto transfer switch.
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powderman426
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That place sounds weird. Usually they keep the utilities at the back of the site. Less likely to get damaged there. Someone probably thought they could save a few bucks by putting them up front. They will probably rethink this as they get run over. In the meantime another 25 ft shouldn't hurt as long as its cable meant for that application.
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I used to stay at a campground in Florida in which everyother site was a pull in and the electric was not reachable with my standard electric cord. Purchased a 50Amp extention and had no difficulties at all and no measurable voltage loss. The only drawback is that it is something more to store in the basement.
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paulcardoza
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We have one local CG that we frequent which has power for adjoining sites on a single pedestal, so one site is always on the "wrong" side. When we get one of those sites, we have a 25ft ext cord. It's heavy and unwieldy, but we couldn't stay there without it.........
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NORM WADDELL
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To get slightly scientific about your question
The 'voltage drop' is caused by two factors
Current draw
and
Cable resistance
The cable resistance is 'fixed'.......it's built into the
cable......LARGER cable, less resistance.........LONGER
cable, MORE resistance.....double the length, double the
resistance
The current draw is up to you.........
The voltage drop is calculated
Voltage Drop = Current (Amperes) x Resistance (Ohms)
Get a voltmeter (less than $10, WalMart or many other places).
One that plugs into a receptacle INSIDE the R V.
As you add load, see that the voltage does not fall below
about 108 Volts.....(the standard 120 Volts which is desired
minus 10% drop)........if it falls below about 108,
turn off some load.
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SuperDutyFiver
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Without all of the added fluff-yes, an extension will work. Buy a quality factory made unit-the ends will hold up better.
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buy the cable and enjoy with no worries
NORM W...rethink your statement about "resistance is fixed"...it is not....if going into the scientific explanation...you forgot to include temperature into the equation
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smkettner
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I would go 100' without worry. Then get a voltage booster.
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