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Charging box backwards?

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jpost26h

Discussion Starter · 11 mo ago

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I’m pretty sure the charging box is backwards so it cannot face outward when plugging in the 40amp plug. Anyone else have pictures of your set up?

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I’m guessing the designers didn’t think you’d wall mount when plugged in.
It’s it too stiff to bend into a loop?
In Europe you’d have to use an industrial plug to get the most power into the box and hence make it worthwhile to wall mount.

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buldag

· #3 · 10 mo ago

Same problem here.
Anybody found a solution?

I my pigtail has enough give to twist the cable... but not sure if thats the best option

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M3HNGRY

· #4 · 10 mo ago

Solution most go with or just leaving it hanging on backwards.

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