Surge protector/ plug in covers

[caddison]

Although we haven't taken our inaugural trip in the new travel trailer I was wondering about covers for the electric hookup. I purchased a surge protector and got to thinking that I may need a cover from the rain at certain campsites. Any recommendations? Thx!

[bdreinv]

Don't know how it could hurt! Do not get much rain in Phoenix not a big concern here!

[WeRJuliian]

A plastic bag and some twist-ties work pretty well...

I keep some handy in the "electrical stuff" stash to protect the protector :-) and to do the same for any extension cords that may be outside for temporary lights, etc.

Perhaps not as elegant as a purpose made cover... but a lot cheaper!

[troutslayer]

I stretch a piece of electrical tape over the sides and top of the connection between the plug and surge protector. When breaking camp I just stick the tape on the side of the surge protector and reuse it at the next stop.

[caddison]

Great feedback! Thanks so much!

[travelingjw]

We carry two pails that are used to cover the tongue jack. When I use shore power and take one of the pails and place it over the shore power box. If that won't work, I just take a plastic garbage bag and secure with the bungee cord.

[stevenl]

We use a plastic bag and a bungee chord. All is good and disposable. Happy Trails.

[jloco]

Originally Posted by caddison

Although we haven't taken our inaugural trip in the new travel trailer I was wondering about covers for the electric hookup. I purchased a surge protector and got to thinking that I may need a cover from the rain at certain campsites. Any recommendations? Thx!

I would go with an EMS (electrical management system) vs just a surge protector. EMS will also protect against both low AND high voltage fluctuations which can damage the circuitry in the appliances.

The portable Progressive EMS have built it covers.

[wabirch]

+1, or do a hard wire in line EMS.

Electrical tape where needed has my vote