Converting an existing outlet to a switched outlet

[jeffdmc1]

Bedroom has 5 outlets with 1 outlet that has a switched plug. I want to convert another outlet in the bedroom, that is a standard wired outlet, to a switch-controlled outlet.
Plan:
- Run a red wire from the already switched outlet to the proposed switched outlet plug.
-Of course, break the buss/bond on the power side to isolate the switch and "always-on" lugs.
My question is since the proposed switched outlet already has a neutral and ground from another outlet,
can the red wire be run alone without a neutral and ground? The new switched outlet is in between two outlets.

If a neutral is needed, I will remove the single gang box and install a 2 gang old work box for a little more room
Jeff

 

[Megawatt]

Bedroom has 5 outlets with 1 outlet that has a switched plug. I want to convert another outlet in the bedroom, that is a standard wired outlet, to a switch-controlled outlet.
Plan:
- Run a red wire from the already switched outlet to the proposed switched outlet plug.
-Of course, break the buss/bond on the power side to isolate the switch and "always-on" lugs.
My question is since the proposed switched outlet already has a neutral and ground from another outlet,
can the red wire be run alone without a neutral and ground? The new switched outlet is in between two outlets.

If a neutral is needed, I will remove the single gang box and install a 2 gang old work box for a little more room
Jeff

You just need to unhook the constant live wire from the receptacle that you want switch and make your red wire the live wire coming from the switch or the switches receptacle