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Old Apr 1, 2002
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Power Inversion/game systems/laptops

I've noticed a ton of cool interior mods on the site but I'm curious, how are you guys powering your PS2, XBOX, Computer, etc? Are power inverters commonly used? What brands/mounting location? Does anyone know of a list or table that breaks down how much power is required for various devices? What wattage inverters (if any) do you use?

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yes you'd need a power inverter. They are not too expensive.. should be under $300 for a good 600 watt inverter (more power than you'll need).. run a search on ebay..you can probably find one fairly cheap..

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600w seems like quite a bit. For something like a video game console, couldn't you get by with a lot less without comprimsing quality? Does anyone have any good/bad experience with particular brands?
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You could go with something less, but overhead in something like that is typically a better idea... i would listen to mohawk . if you wanna spend the cash and time on getting ps2, dvd, etc in your car being frugal is ok ... but there is a thing of too frugal know what i mean !
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Always go overkill.. Some day you're gonna get the idea to keep a small beer fridge in your car for tailagte parties or something[IMG]i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif[/IMG].. for a P/S 2 a 200 watt inverter should be good. But add in screens, or other goodies you might wanan plug in.

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How did you know my next mod was a beer fridge ???? LOL
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I'm Psychic.. My cousin ha a "Canned Soda" Fridge in his truck..but he drives cross country very often.

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Thanks for the info..

Couple more questions regarding inverters:

Does anyone have experience with any particular brands? Any favorite mounting locations in a Civic? I would lean towards under a seat I guess, but I'm curious as to what others have done.

Thanks Guys!
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In civics.. well if you find one small enough you may be able to squeeze one under the seat.. My cousin used a GE Inverter..some other companies like I thin Stinger make some.. Jensen maes some (actually decent)..
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<< How did you know my next mod was a beer fridge ???? LOL >>



****in eric
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