Trailer Wiring

[JB4310]

OK, Thanks everyone, I'll try the test light, that would normally be my first weapon of choice, don't know why I grabbed the meter in this case. I'll also use a different ground than the one in the plug.

I also have the test light with the battery in it for checking continuity, use that one the most.

JB.

 

[JB4310]

A good friend of mine is a master electrician, been one for 20 years, works on the big 1000 volt plus DC stuff in the tunnels for subways and the like, and to this day when I ask him a question about just how electricity works he'll say, you know, not many of us even totaly understand just how it works.

Joel

I took a post grad electrical course at the local trade school, just basic house wiring, I drove the instructor crazy with all my electrical theory questions, I wasn't satisfied with the "water in the pipes" explanation.

The instructor told me to forget about theory and stick to the basics
That short course has enabled me to handle most of my residential electrical needs though.

JB.

 

[Egon]

JB, keep it simple. Hook the truck up and let it sit for a few days. If the battery goes dead then you know there is a problem.