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Off-Grid Engineering Dual Battery System Q&A

Discussion in 'Technical Chat' started by HeliMedic, Jan 5, 2017.

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  1. Feb 12, 2017 at 7:04 AM
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  2. Feb 12, 2017 at 9:37 AM
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    Correct. The compressor will be fine to the auxiliary battery. Mahalo, Matt!
     
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  3. Feb 12, 2017 at 6:31 PM
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    coming from an electrician view point, when we do battery systems for UPS all cables must be the same length. It's even code for Canada and I'd imagine the US as well.

    Electricity will always take path of least resistance, if you have the battery separate you could end up picking up the negative off your starting battery instead of the Aux battery.
    Matt I agree with you, could be debatable but to me it should have its own cable.
     
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  4. Feb 16, 2017 at 1:51 PM
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    I installed the monitor control switch in the open pocket on the right side of the steering column in the back ...easy material to cut and work with, switch snapped in perfect, lots of room to run the wire harness inside the dash......its recessed far enough back to dim the LED shine, easy to reach etc......

    Tnx Matt for a great system.......
     
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  5. Feb 16, 2017 at 2:04 PM
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    It's tight but all I do is remove the plastic engine cover. I do have to remove a battery to replace headlights, though.

    IMG_1179.jpg

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  6. Feb 16, 2017 at 2:51 PM
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    What's your rational for this?

    My feeling is that using the frame is generally fine, it's a better conductor than any cable so your drop will be lower than a long run of even 1/0. Just take your time, practice good workmanship and make sure you don't have a sneak path.

    Internet opinions might include people who have unibody cars. Finding a good ground outside of the engine bay on those might not be as simple as we have it with body-on-frame trucks.
     
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  7. Feb 17, 2017 at 6:23 PM
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    I installed my kit today and like everyone else had no problems. It's a well made and thought out product that is pretty much plug and play.
     
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  8. Feb 17, 2017 at 6:49 PM
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    I'm getting anxious for my kit to arrive! Two batteries already purchased and standing by!
     
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  11. Feb 18, 2017 at 4:22 PM
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    Thanks! Im so glad you like it. Please let me know if I can do anything else for you
     
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  12. Feb 18, 2017 at 4:35 PM
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    My rational was absolute equality on resistance.... but what you say makes total sense and I completely agree. If I remember correctly @DaveInDenver you are an electrical engineer, so I suppose we can trust you ;)
     
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  13. Feb 18, 2017 at 4:37 PM
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    Looking good. The trays have also been narrowed by a half inch since the early rendition. The tie downs have also been made a bit thicker. The narrower base plate will only make oil filter access easier.
     
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  14. Feb 18, 2017 at 4:38 PM
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    Awesome. Thanks for the support :thumbsup:
     
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  15. Feb 18, 2017 at 4:39 PM
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    Yours is ALMOST ready. It will probably ship early to mid next week.
     
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    I want to install one of these in my 2010 regular cab 2.7L, for the sole purpose of running two Cobra dashcams without using the key or killing my primary battery. I work at a bar and I want to have video evidence to sue for damages if any drunks damage my truck, intentionally or unintentionally.
     
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  18. Feb 18, 2017 at 5:04 PM
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    Sounds like a plan. The side-by-side system is what youre looking for. The tray will be new and improved... and on the website later this week. Let me know if you have any questions I can help answer.
     
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    Thanks I'm gonna show your product to my dad and see what he thinks, then I'll be in contact... My dad bought me the truck as a gift and the title is in my name, but he is paranoid about modifications to the electrical system...
     
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  20. Feb 18, 2017 at 5:10 PM
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    Sounds good. Feel free to email me at matt@************** when youre ready
     
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