power supply in the rear?

popuptoaster · Jun 18th, 2013, 19:43

Has my '97 940 estate got an easy to get at live feed in the back?

I want to fit a ciggy lighter in the boot, I'm perfectly capable of running a live from the front but if there's already one there i'll use it.

cheers.

gpl1968 · Jun 18th, 2013, 21:01

There is a 30A permanent live feed in the trailer feed loom, not needed unless you are towing a caravan.

I fitted a 15A in-line fuse for safety and sourced a 12V socket from the boot of a scrapped V70.
I mounted it next to the tool tray on the right hand side of the boot.
It's very useful for running a cool box on a long journey.

CharlesStevenson · Jun 18th, 2013, 21:21

That's a stylish way of doing things.

popuptoaster · Jun 18th, 2013, 23:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by gpl1968

It's very useful for running a cool box on a long journey.

That is exactly what I want it for.

Mine has a tow bar on it, can you remember which wire it was?

rogerthechorister · Jun 18th, 2013, 23:51

I have tapped that for a small power amp for a sub in one (maybe two) of mine but that is a good idea for a boot fridge (now that I have bought one at vast expense).

rogerthechorister · Jun 18th, 2013, 23:52

It's easy to identify - its the big one, since it's 30 amps. My recollection is green, or maybe blue, but it's definitely the big one!

doingitsideways · Jun 19th, 2013, 00:16

That's genius Gavin, I've wired a loose socket into the towbar feed before and left it in the cubby in the floor, but that's a much better way of doing things

Now... Anyone breaking a V70?!

Steve

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popuptoaster Master Member Last Online: Aug 2nd, 2018 19:03 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Essex	power supply in the rear? Has my '97 940 estate got an easy to get at live feed in the back? I want to fit a ciggy lighter in the boot, I'm perfectly capable of running a live from the front but if there's already one there i'll use it. cheers. __________________ 2.3 Turbo "Celebration"

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gpl1968 VOC Member Last Online: Apr 14th, 2024 16:45 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Wirral View Photos By: gpl1968	There is a 30A permanent live feed in the trailer feed loom, not needed unless you are towing a caravan. I fitted a 15A in-line fuse for safety and sourced a 12V socket from the boot of a scrapped V70. I mounted it next to the tool tray on the right hand side of the boot. It's very useful for running a cool box on a long journey. __________________ Gavin 1997 945 CD (B230FK) [RIP: 1991 945 Turbo (B230FT) 1992 945 SE turbo (B200FT)]

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CharlesStevenson Premier Member Last Online: Mar 24th, 2024 17:33 Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Nottingham	That's a stylish way of doing things. __________________ Now: 04 reg V70 2.4 SE 2.4 auto 177k Then: Volvo, Saab, BMW, MB, Ford, Vx, Opel, Fiat, Rover, Porsche, Alfa, Austin, Renault, etc

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rogerthechorister Rogerthechorister Last Online: Dec 16th, 2023 02:15 Join Date: May 2006 Location: Rochester	However I have tapped that for a small power amp for a sub in one (maybe two) of mine but that is a good idea for a boot fridge (now that I have bought one at vast expense).

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rogerthechorister Rogerthechorister Last Online: Dec 16th, 2023 02:15 Join Date: May 2006 Location: Rochester	Ps It's easy to identify - its the big one, since it's 30 amps. My recollection is green, or maybe blue, but it's definitely the big one!

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doingitsideways The Daddy Last Online: Feb 29th, 2024 15:07 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Manchester	That's genius Gavin, I've wired a loose socket into the towbar feed before and left it in the cubby in the floor, but that's a much better way of doing things Now... Anyone breaking a V70?! Steve __________________ XC90 V8 Exec, C70 2.4T Convertible, S70 T5 CD, 850 TDI, 2 x Escort vans and a 2.8i Capri. Clearout has begun, but must continue!

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