120V DC outlets not working

[Glen Baker LLC]

You failed to mention the devices and costs required to purchase and install the integrated 9.6kW charging/home power system. It's BIG MONEY! A generator is far less expensive and can output more current, though you will need a fuel source.

Solar makes for a good system but requires sunshine and a large investment as well. Where is the Mr Fusion home fuel processor that was promised in "Back To The Future"?

If you had a way to slowly charge a battery bank with your 400Watt outlet, and feed that into an inverter, then you might meet a small amount of your home's power requirements on a limited basis.

I didn't fail to mention anything because that wasn't the point of my post. I was replying to @ZABSMAV

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[Robot-Wrangler]

I didn't fail to mention anything because that wasn't the point of my post. I was replying to @ZABSMAV

I realize that you were replying, that is obvious. I didn't want readers to assume that an obsolete Lightning truck comes with the 9.6kW home power backup system complimentary. Unless you're buying, lol. I hope that you don't pick your nose as hard as you pick over this forum. Silly goose. Lighten up!

 

[Glen Baker LLC]

I'm not talking the convenience of a standalone home generator versus Ford F-150 power boost or the the Ford Lightning. This post has everything to do with the the post accused Ford of false advertising.
They're wrong.
With $1,600 of additional equipment.
Will a Ford F-150 Lightning or F-150 power boost power the average US home during a power outage...The answer is Yes
The majority of homes in the United States have only one Central AC unit.

Power your home from your Ford F-150 lightning or F-150 Power Boost Hybrid for around $1600.
https://electrek.co/2026/07/22/ford-f-150-electric-trucks-can-now-power-home-electrical-panel/

Now, if you want to spend your money on a standalone electric generator. That's an individual's personal option. And probably a better option if you're prone to power outages.

 

[ZABSMAV]

BINGO
That's why in my photos post #4 I used a night light.

There wasn't any false advertising.
Ford never said a Maverick could power a house.
The Ford Lightning could power a house during a storm.

If anyone interpreted, that they're $20,000 Maverick, could power their house like an $80,000 fully electric Ford Lightning.

I never said that Ford said a Maverick could power a house. Ford said that a F-150 Lightning could which is partially true, but in reality deceptive. It could in no way run multiple HVAC systems that many homes like in our Mojave Desert region have, nor could it deal with the startup current rush that major appliances like refrigerators require.

 

[Meeka]

I never said that Ford said a Maverick could power a house. Ford said that a F-150 Lightning could which is partially true, but in reality deceptive. It could in no way run multiple HVAC systems that many homes like in our Mojave Desert region have, nor could it deal with the startup current rush that major appliances like refrigerators require.

People are getting PO’d at this thread, time to move on. 🥱

 

[BK007]

 

[ZABSMAV]

This is the F-150 Lightning actually powering a whole house during a power outage.

 

[MavStangVa]

This is the F-150 Lightning actually powering a whole house during a power outage.

Will that set up work to recharge on the road with a 250 mile extension cord?

 

[MakinDoForNow]

Will that set up work to recharge on the road with a 250 mile extension cord?

NO! Because too many friendly neighbors will tap into it to charge things!

 

[ZABSMAV]

Will that set up work to recharge on the road with a 250 mile extension cord?

No. The cord is used to jump start the Generac when it's battery is dead.

 

[PamelaHaley]

Are you checking with the vehicle running? Mine ('24) needs to be. and they are 120V AC, not DC.

HRG

Yep.

 

[PamelaHaley]

I would kike to know from the original poster what he was trying to plug into the 110v AC outlet? It is designed for very low wattage usage like a cell phone or laptop charger. That's about it. It's only rated at 400 Watts.

Used a phone charger to test it.

 

[PamelaHaley]

People are getting PO’d at this thread, time to move on. 🥱

Damn. Started it again. I'm good at riling the mob.

 

[BK007]

Damn. Started it again. I'm good at riling the mob.

 

[MakinDoForNow]

Damn. Started it again. I'm good at riling the mob.

What's next "Driver Door Locks Itself"?

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