08 screw 2nd battery install help

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05-16-2013, 10:13 PM

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So you're saying no solenoid at all? I've pretty much got the grasp of installing a second battery. However, do I use a fuse for the remote wire to the solenoid?

That and how do I choose the right battery and size battery for my auxiliary battery?

I'm going to be installing dual batteries soon. Look at 12voltguy.com. I like his dual battery kit. It comes with a solenoid and switch panel.

For the battery, just get a nice deep cycle battery. Optima yellow tops are popular, but there are other good batteries that aren't so pricey

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05-16-2013, 11:18 PM

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Wow that tis a pretty decent kit

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05-16-2013, 11:31 PM

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Wow that tis a pretty decent kit

Yeah the only other thing I will need will be a voltage gauge for the 2nd battery and a deep cycle battery. I want to be able to monitor the battery voltage separately. I already have 4 ga wire and a battery box

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05-17-2013, 12:16 AM

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I would probably upgrade the 4ga wire. Kind of a waste if your installing a high powered system and dual batteries.

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05-17-2013, 12:25 AM

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05-17-2013, 07:43 AM

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I would probably upgrade the 4ga wire. Kind of a waste if your installing a high powered system and dual batteries.

My systems not that high powered I just want to be able to run it at tailgates and bonfires and stuff.

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05-17-2013, 07:49 AM

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Deep cycle battery... Yellow top, blue top...

For the volt gauge i have a stinger... I can play for an hour and still be in thw 11-12v range... Im not the testy type so i dont go longer than that before starting the truck..