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#1111
Yes, and thank you for that.
I'll start building the dual battery stuff as soon as I get all these little problems resolved.
I have a question for you guys that understand wires.
Here is a pic of the relay.
Is there a better/more weatherproof way to do these connectors or is it a worry at all?
I'd really like to make this as clean as possible. I'm thinking 5 pin connector.
Here's the battery with all the new connections as well as the mil spec connectors also from co425.
I'll start building the dual battery stuff as soon as I get all these little problems resolved.
I have a question for you guys that understand wires.
Here is a pic of the relay.
Is there a better/more weatherproof way to do these connectors or is it a worry at all?
I'd really like to make this as clean as possible. I'm thinking 5 pin connector.
Here's the battery with all the new connections as well as the mil spec connectors also from co425.
#1112
And if you are kicking around adding another battery here a thread I had about adding a battery on the frame rail.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...d-battery.html
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...d-battery.html
#1113
Marc as far as "Is there a better/more weatherproof way to do these connectors or is it a worry at all?" My answer would yes and no. I think you can run that way for short time a year or so without issue but long term I would use a marine rated or waterproof relay. After seeing the photo and made in China I am sure that is not waterproof. Also your connections I would get a relay plug for relay use some dielectric grease and use shrink wrap butt connectors. Mind you I try to all my stuff this way only because I work on boats for living and the marine environment is alot harsher than automotive.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SPDT-60-Amp-12V-Relay-Waterproof-Automotive-Marine-Allante-GM-Lotus-Porsche-/331388007010?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4d2843b262
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SPDT-60-Amp-12V-Relay-Waterproof-Automotive-Marine-Allante-GM-Lotus-Porsche-/331388007010?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4d2843b262
#1114
'Not a fan of relays with loose terminals like that. Instead use a relay socket to keep things tidy and in order.: Delcity PN 73999 at $2.50 each.... 5 Pin Molded Relay Socket
In terms of remote and power, take a look at Delcity PN 73897... about $12...: ATC and ATO 6 Ganged Fuse Block .. or this version which is expandable: http://www.delcity.net/store/6!way-A...Panel/p_793543
To seal up a non-water resistant relay, there is always RTV... judiciously applied of course....
In terms of remote and power, take a look at Delcity PN 73897... about $12...: ATC and ATO 6 Ganged Fuse Block .. or this version which is expandable: http://www.delcity.net/store/6!way-A...Panel/p_793543
To seal up a non-water resistant relay, there is always RTV... judiciously applied of course....
#1117
My answer would yes and no. I think you can run that way for short time a year or so without issue but long term I would use a marine rated or waterproof relay. After seeing the photo and made in China I am sure that is not waterproof. Also your connections I would get a relay plug for relay use some dielectric grease and use shrink wrap butt connectors. Mind you I try to all my stuff this way only because I work on boats for living and the marine environment is alot harsher than automotive.
SPDT 60 Amp 12V Relay Waterproof Automotive Marine Allante GM Lotus Porsche | eBay
SPDT 60 Amp 12V Relay Waterproof Automotive Marine Allante GM Lotus Porsche | eBay
I thought the "made in China" would get some comment.
I don't like it either.
'Not a fan of relays with loose terminals like that. Instead use a relay socket to keep things tidy and in order.: Delcity PN 73999 at $2.50 each.... 5 Pin Molded Relay Socket
In terms of remote and power, take a look at Delcity PN 73897... about $12...: ATC and ATO 6 Ganged Fuse Block .. or this version which is expandable: 6-way ATC & ATO Fuse Panel
To seal up a non-water resistant relay, there is always RTV... judiciously applied of course....
In terms of remote and power, take a look at Delcity PN 73897... about $12...: ATC and ATO 6 Ganged Fuse Block .. or this version which is expandable: 6-way ATC & ATO Fuse Panel
To seal up a non-water resistant relay, there is always RTV... judiciously applied of course....
The connectors are temp until I can get to it with what one of you brilliant boyz leads me to.
Thank you guys very much.
#1118
#1119
#1120
Think I found them.
Cool man. Didn't know there was such a thing till today.
That'll clean up that mess real nice.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/CAR-ELECTRONICS-5-WIRE-SOCKET-HARNESS-RELAY-FOR-HID-12V-RELAY-5-PINS-PLUG-x-5-/360480822197?pt=US_Relays_Sensors&hash=item53ee54d3b5
Got a couple of these and the plug.
20/40 amps get it done?
http://www.partdeal.com/hella-mini-2...960388157.html
Cool man. Didn't know there was such a thing till today.
That'll clean up that mess real nice.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/CAR-ELECTRONICS-5-WIRE-SOCKET-HARNESS-RELAY-FOR-HID-12V-RELAY-5-PINS-PLUG-x-5-/360480822197?pt=US_Relays_Sensors&hash=item53ee54d3b5
Got a couple of these and the plug.
20/40 amps get it done?
http://www.partdeal.com/hella-mini-2...960388157.html
#1121
Think I found them.
Cool man. Didn't know there was such a thing till today.
That'll clean up that mess real nice.
Got a couple of these and the plug.
20/40 amps get it done?
Hella-Hella - Relay, 12V, SPDT, Weatherproof with Bracket, 20/40A - 960388157-960388157
Cool man. Didn't know there was such a thing till today.
That'll clean up that mess real nice.
Got a couple of these and the plug.
20/40 amps get it done?
Hella-Hella - Relay, 12V, SPDT, Weatherproof with Bracket, 20/40A - 960388157-960388157
The link I posted above are for only the terminals and socket... snip those dimestore connectors yer using and keep all the wiring. Crimp on the new terminals and lock them into the socket... just like a real wiring harness.
#1123
Conversely, if it's just pins and the socket then you get to use your existing wiring and dictate which color goes to which terminal. One color all the way through.
#1124