Using id3 to pump a paddleboard

All Volkswagen ID.3 related discussions
Post Reply
Pullingteeth
Posts: 12
Joined: Sun Jul 18, 2021 4:38 pm

Post by Pullingteeth »

So when I picked it up the salesperson said it didn’t have a 12v socket .
Turns out it does in the boot, and I used to pump up a couple of paddle boards with an electric pump from the petrol BMW.
With the ICE car , I just ran the engine to keep from draining the 12v.What will happen with the ID3 ?
Can it draw from the big battery, or do I run the risk of draining the 12v?

Yossa
Posts: 33
Joined: Wed Jun 23, 2021 8:40 pm

Post by Yossa »

That's an interesting question, will an inverter attached to the 12v plug transform the car in a giant battery? Would be cool 😋
Deleted User 192

Post by Deleted User 192 »

Given that the 12V can be maintained by the car using power from the drive battery, I would just leave the car "started" and expect it to be fine.

This is a somewhat educated hunch by the way, I've not tried it or monitored it.
User avatar
Daveion
Posts: 881
Joined: Thu Jan 21, 2021 9:24 am
Location: South Essex RM15

Post by Daveion »

I agree. Even with the car off its prob only 70 watts or so.
1st EV Life Pro Performance sold 2022
Born v2-Tech L Pack
White, 19" Typhoon Wheels.
Collected June 22
Post Reply