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Dual Battery Setup

Discussion in '1st Gen. Builds (1995-2004)' started by ausbran, Jan 24, 2019.

  1. Jan 24, 2019 at 3:26 PM
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    ausbran

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    ausbran [OP] Well-Known Member

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    1996 Blue Tacoma Xtracab 4WD 2.7L
    I'm setting up a dual battery in my first gen. I've put together the diagram that I've attached here.

    My main question is, do I need to run 2AWG wire from the AUX battery in the engine compartment to the fusebox in the truck bed. Is 2AWG wire overkill? Would 4 AWG wire be sufficient for my setup? I'll be running a 400w inverter from my fusebox as well as a couple small accessories (fan, LED bar, water pump.) All of the details are within the diagram.

    Typically, all I will run off the inverter is a laptop or an iphone or two to charge.

    Thanks everyone!!
     

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