Guest TheAxeman Posted February 21, 2007 Share Posted February 21, 2007 I know some guys like to run with powered tank bags and often use sockets like this from POWERLET PRODUCTS but I was just adding a socket to the front of my FJR to plug the battery tender into and used this item instead. It is advertised as an RV Rooftop Connector and can be found HERE. They look suspiciously similar don't they? The major differences being, the RV connector has a 10" lead coming off of it while the Powerlet socket has an SAE connector already attached and comes with the backing washer and screws. However, the RV connector is $5.00 and the Powerlet Connector is $25.00. I ended up finding a couple of screws and lock nuts in my toolbox and cut a backing washer out of an old Tide Detergent container. Thought this might get some farkling wheels turning.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer chris2992 Posted February 21, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted February 21, 2007 Did the exact same thing to both of my tank bags. Works like a charm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baileyrock Posted February 21, 2007 Share Posted February 21, 2007 I bought one of these, but never installed it! :goofy: Don't even use tank bags anymore! By the way, thanks for your post! I was just logging on to try and find/remember the name of the place I bought all my kits and your post was #1. Powerlet ! thanks :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer RingO_89 Posted February 22, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted February 22, 2007 My Powerlet setup on my tank bag works great. I charge my cell/ipod and also run power to my GPS. Hey baileyrock you looking to get your powerlet setup off your hands? RINGO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinyminds Posted February 22, 2007 Share Posted February 22, 2007 Have a powerlet i've been meaning to install for about 2 months. Might actually do that before tmac. I do have the battery tender 2point connecter direct to battery that I have a cig lighter adapter for if I ever had to charge my phone or anything, never used it either =P Thats a neat idea for tank bag though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baileyrock Posted February 22, 2007 Share Posted February 22, 2007 My Powerlet setup on my tank bag works great. I charge my cell/ipod and also run power to my GPS. Hey baileyrock you looking to get your powerlet setup off your hands?RINGO Sure, I installed two other Powerlet's (front panel, side panel) and never plan to use it. PM me about it! :goofy: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 22, 2007 Share Posted February 22, 2007 I went bucks up and got the Powerlet on my Marsee, been using it for quite some time, but then I've got $$$ to burn... don't you all? :rolleyes: Seriously, make sure you get a good watertight seal when you put this in. I even went so far as to use some silicone seal on both sides of the mating surfaces even with the Powerlet, and then crank those screws down. I've been in extended downpours on two long rides and the beginning of Hurricane Charley, and so far the Marsee/Powerlet combo has stayed completely dry on the inside, even without using that silly rain cover they give you. Throughout these monsoons , all my electronic gadgets have stayed all nice, dry, and cozy... now when you open the zipper though to grab something while riding, well, that's another story... :unsure: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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