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12v Portable Power Box

Discussion in 'SOLD' started by BIGGAMEFISHER, Dec 5, 2020.

  1. BIGGAMEFISHER

    BIGGAMEFISHER Well-Known Member

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    To combat some COVID code red restriction boredom, I put together some 12v Portable Power Boxes. I've been building power boxes for myself and buddies for 25+ years!

    Made using a medium sized ammo box, all 16 gauge wiring, 12v cig socket, dual 2.1a USB's, binding post connection, lighted switch, voltage gauge and 15 amp fused battery lead with charger connection. Use it to run 12v equipment (lights, fans, sonar), power USB items and charge your cell phone.

    Ready to connect your own battery, fits up to a 15 ah SLA or up to the 30 ah LiFePO4 (30ah wide model).

    Seems the going rate in store for a basic power box is between $120 and $150 plus tax, buy mine $70 PM if interested, can arrange contactless transaction!

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    Looks good! No glow jig recharge light?
     
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    He knows a guy. Lol!
     
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    I have them in mine, I've done many with, sold and older one to Cam with one. The glow pot adds about $45 bucks to the build,,,,,,,they're not cheap but I can easily do! They are not that popular.....many won't pay the extra for it.
     
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    $70 is very reasonable. You’d spend close to that buying the component parts from Amazon.

    Looks like you riveted the power outlet plate into place vs screws. That makes for a cleaner interior with no screws to poke your hands or wiring.
     
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    Correct, screws are a bad idea!!!!! Screw the screws!!!!!
     
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    I can do one with a glow cup @Ernie if you want one.....but only you! LOL
     
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    Forgot pic of glow cup.....LOL

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    I have a few left, $60 to CFF members.

    I know a guy that can supply LiFePO4 batteries if needed!!!!!
     
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    Alright, I’m in for one please.
     
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    I’ll jump on the bandwagon here too and take one of there is still one available.
     
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    I'll set aside 1 for each of you.....just PM me to arrange details for pick up....thank you!
     
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    How wide is the hole on the glow cup?
     
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    1.25", fits rattle baits like a med sized Live Target and other baits like a med sized Chubby Darter. I've also used it while laying larger baits overtop, you have to flip them to do the other side just like a good steak!
     
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    Pm inbound.
    Cam I’m gonna need another 30ah when available please!
     

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    Are you powering your house with those!!! Lol


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    Sure thing. Just emt me.
     
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    TTT, still have a few left , $60...........also will have one with a glow cup installed, $100
     
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    I’ll grab one Cliff. Don’t need the glow charger. Looks like this will help with winter camping.