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2nd Gen OR Second Battery Mount

Discussion in '2nd Gen Tacoma Parts Marketplace (2005-2015)' started by Iggy, Feb 29, 2016.

  1. Feb 29, 2016 at 4:34 PM
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    Iggy

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    Hi TW! I have been developing a battery tray for a while now. I am out of the development and testing phase and ready to bring these into production.

    I currently have 4 pre-production tray kits ready to go. The only difference with the final version is additional cut outs for zip ties.

    As of now these are very easy to install on OR models with ATRAC 2005-2011 that do not have the emissions pump. 2012+ Models I am finishing up relocation brackets and will be offered with the kit soon.

    Second Battery Tray
    BT1.jpg
    Included Hardware
    BT5.jpg

    Purpose:
    • Adds a second battery to your Off-Road model Tacoma. The largest battery that fits in the passenger side location is a Group 27 (Same as stock). A group 31 is too large and why limit yourself to a small group 34.
    • Neatly organizes all your auxiliary electric needs by having previsionary space for a relay control box, breaker and battery control module.
    • Clean and aesthetically pleasing, this tray and kit follow the lines and appearances of an OEM setup.

    Specs:
    • Designed for the Optima Yellow or Blue Top group 27 battery.
    • Provides mounting location for a Blue Sea ML-ACR (bracket with threaded holes and stainless torx bolts)
    • Neatly arranges a mounting location for a Bussmann RTMR relay and fuse box.
    • A cut out for a Bussmann surface mount breaker
    • Custom cut 99.9% copper bridge to connect RTMR and breaker
    • Delrin top battery tie down. Non conductive and will not cause a short if battery were to come loose.
    • The tray is water jet cut from 1/8" steel and powder coated black
    • Hardware (nut, bolts, mounting torque screws, and battery tie down rods) are all marine grade stainless.
    • Clears aftermarket hood struts.
    Compatibility:
    • Fits 2005-2011 Off-Road ATRAC Models with no relocation and minimal fitting.
    • Fits 2012-2015 Off-Road ATRAC Models with relocation of emission pump (kit coming soon)
    • If your Tacoma has this unit, the tray will not work :(
      Not my Photo:
      [​IMG]
    • 2016+ 3rd Gen Off-Road Models may fit, but I require a test fit first
    Pricing:
    • $175 Shipped CONUS for the 4 preproduction kits. Only while supplies last.
    • Standard pricing will be $225 shipped CONUS.
    Future Additions:
    • Completely wired and setup RTMR and Blue Sea ML-ACR with my switch panel into the cab. I will make this available shortly once I can finalize the wire lengths and pricing.
    Area For ML-ACR

    BT3.jpg

    Bussmann RTMR and Breaker mocked up with our custom cut copper bar (RTMR and Breaker not include with base kit)
    BT6.jpg

    BT7.jpg

    Blue Sea ML-ACR and RTMR Fully Wired up
    BT8.jpg

    Installed on the truck and shows how neatly the kit organizes everything.
    BT10.jpg

    BT9.jpg

    BT11.jpg
     
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  2. Feb 29, 2016 at 4:36 PM
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    Here's the thread @ramonortiz55 created for his kit.

    I should have a video illustrating how to install the kit on an pre 2011 OR model soon.
     
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  3. Feb 29, 2016 at 4:38 PM
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    taczilla

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    OK, you have my interest.... again!
     
  4. Feb 29, 2016 at 4:42 PM
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    I see you have a 2012. I am finishing up the brackets to relocate the emissions pump. I should have those made to test soon. I'm hoping to make them out of stainless to avoid having to power coat them.
     
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  5. Feb 29, 2016 at 4:58 PM
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    taczilla

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    Hmmm... mine is a Sport, does that make a difference?

    ... and I haven't installed all the stuff I have yet, 'cause I was waiting/searching for options on a dual battery set-up (and better weather).

    This plate, a relocation bracket for the pump, more cable, and a ML-ACR could get pricey.

    I already have this:
    rtmr_switch_panel_zps8fq7e00b_f78c483a74a8ca46106e69b756671b28ca795607.jpg

    Oh! ... and powder coat may be unecessary, wrinkle paint works just as good.
     
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  6. Feb 29, 2016 at 5:00 PM
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    sports and non atrac ORs have the ABS pump in that locatioin
     
  7. Feb 29, 2016 at 5:01 PM
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    taczilla

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    K... thanks!
     
  8. Feb 29, 2016 at 5:02 PM
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    So close man! All the Tacoma's expect for the OR's have a different type of brake system that takes up room in the passenger side wheel well. The OR's have a Hydrostatic brake system so they don't have the ABS module on the passenger side. This tray bolts into the studs that hold onto that ABS equipment.

    In the next few weeks though I should have something you maybe interested as well. Stay tuned.
     
  9. Feb 29, 2016 at 5:03 PM
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    Thanks! Beat me to it!
     
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    Essentially if you have this (not my photo) my dual tray will not fit.

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    That exact thing is what i have too :/
     
  12. Feb 29, 2016 at 5:10 PM
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    It's the only bummer with this kit and this location in general. The only other approach is to relocated the steering pump reservoir and install a smaller group 34 there, or relocated the second battery to the bed.
     
  13. Feb 29, 2016 at 5:10 PM
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    The bed is looking more and more like what i'll have to do. Just no room in the engine bay for the OR models it seems.
     
  14. Feb 29, 2016 at 5:13 PM
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    I think that's the way to go. Take a look at one of the last few pages in my build thread. I had a aluminum captains box built to hold my compressor in the bed. Something like that would be nice to hold 1 or 2 additional batteries and all the management equipment.
     
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  15. Feb 29, 2016 at 5:24 PM
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    Looks great! Saw it in person this weekend and it is super clean. If my truck didn't have that brake stuff in the way I'd go this route.
    +1 for another great product from @Iggy. :thumbsup:
     
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  16. Feb 29, 2016 at 5:34 PM
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    Very nice product, wish I could run one. Props regardless!
     
  17. Feb 29, 2016 at 5:36 PM
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    Im in agreement with @tacomgee I would totally go this route but I have a base model and no room up there

    Good looking mount though
    Good luck @Iggy.
     
  18. Feb 29, 2016 at 5:41 PM
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    Not all ORs are like that. Only the ORs that have atrac don't have the abs block. I have an 06 OR and have the abs block there
     
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    You're right. I will edit the OP. Thanks!
     

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