Has anyone replaced their standard 12v power socket with a USB power port yet?

[BillT]

Just wondering if anyone has replaced either of the 12 volt power sockets w/ a USB power socket.
I just found this at Amazon.com & wondered if anyone has experience with this or another brand? I might replace the 1 in my center console, just have to figure out power requirements for my electronics....
Check it out here:
http://www.amazon.com/12vtechnology-Charger-Sealing-U--bhrn30/dp/B00JUIXTZG/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1417882715&sr=1-1&keywords=12vtechnology+Brand+Dual+USB+Plughttp://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61iU7tciGwL._SL1252_.jpg

[osiris]

in the rare case i need to charge anything that not hardwired i have a dual usb that plugs into the socket but installing that will be easy

[Bunky]

Would it not be cheaper to pick up a 12v to usb charger for your device rather than alter the 12V? You may find one at a yard sale, ebay, etc.

[FredSG]

Hi,

Maybe this would be an easier fix:
http://www.amazon.com/TopG-Smart-Charger-3-1Amp-15-5W/dp/B00FRB912U/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1417956656&sr=8-9&keywords=12v+to+usb+charger#customerReviews

FredSG

[Dane]

I've altered my 12v cigarette socket. I gave it heavier wiring and fuse to make it a proper 15amp source for my heated window defogger. I just use a USB adapter plugged into the cigarette port whenever it's needed but in general I bought a phone with enough battery to survive my time off grid and only very rarely need to give my FLIR a feeding. Most times though when the battery on my FLIR dies it's time to go home and get some sleep.

[BillT]

Yeah, thought about an adapter as you say folks, but I prefer to have a USB charger & not another piece of equipment to store in the machine, just my opinion.