Dual Battery System
Submitted: Tuesday, Feb 26, 2002 at 01:00
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We are looking at installing a dual battery system in our 2001 dual cab hilux. I have been told that a second battery will not fit under the bonnet and we will either need to put it in the tray, or another suggestion was to put the battery under the back
seat. Can anyone advise me on these options - we would prefer not to use the space in our tub if possible. Further, I have read through the website history and found that a few people have rigged up their own dual battery system. Is this safe in new cars? I would appreciate some detailed specific information on how this is done so that I can investigate. Would we just need an autoelectrician to help?
Reply By: Nigel - Sunday, Mar 03, 2002 at 01:00
Sunday, Mar 03, 2002 at 01:00
Opposite Lock have a good selection of battery trays and cheaper in my experience - I'd talk to them before deciding anything. If you use a parallel charging isolator (ARB, TJM, Pirahna, etc) then you will have shortened battery life unless you use the same type, capacity and age of battery. Independant charge systems are best as you can have a deep cycle and a starter battery, rather than being limited to 2 starter batteries. You can get automatic independant systems or get your auto electrician to design a manual one, but whatever you do take the time to talk to Rotronics in
brisbane coz they really are the experts.
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