relocating batteries
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relocating batteries
I first heard mention about the possibility of relocating the batteries in Kwik's thread about the NAPA filter. However a forum search didn't turn up anything. So here's my (many) questions...
1. Is this even possible?
2. If so, I'd like to move them to the bed. What type/gauge wire should be used if you're fabricating everything yourself?
3. Does anyone make a kit for this mod?
4. I could fabricate a weatherproof box in front of the passenger side wheel to house the batteries and not lose any usable cargo space. If two batteries are good why not three? four? ten?
5. Will doing any or all of this screw up the function of the alternater?
6. If you were doing all this, would you think it a good idea to install an in-line disconnect switch in the box with the batteries?
7. Am I thinking too much?
Thanks, CedricR.
1. Is this even possible?
2. If so, I'd like to move them to the bed. What type/gauge wire should be used if you're fabricating everything yourself?
3. Does anyone make a kit for this mod?
4. I could fabricate a weatherproof box in front of the passenger side wheel to house the batteries and not lose any usable cargo space. If two batteries are good why not three? four? ten?
5. Will doing any or all of this screw up the function of the alternater?
6. If you were doing all this, would you think it a good idea to install an in-line disconnect switch in the box with the batteries?
7. Am I thinking too much?
Thanks, CedricR.
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yes you could move the batteries. i think with the kwik filter the issue wasn't moving the bat but replacing the stock intake box and battery box since on the superduty they are one piece so you get a differnt battery tray and get rid of the air box. one thing i have seen on over the road trucks is a warning that if you move the batteries further from the starter that you need to up the size of the wire. as far as a shut off by the battery i don't see a need as long as ensure that the wires won't get rubbed and ground out.
and to answer your question should you do this? i would not simple because it a alot of work.
but it your truck so give it a shot.
tim
and to answer your question should you do this? i would not simple because it a alot of work.
but it your truck so give it a shot.
tim
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Originally Posted by RobertJohn
I'll asked a stupid question and then answer it....
Why do you want to move the batteries ?? OK, because you want to !!
I'm just curious as to what you will gain ??
Why do you want to move the batteries ?? OK, because you want to !!
I'm just curious as to what you will gain ??
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Originally Posted by tjbeggs
*snip* if you move the batteries further from the starter that you need to up the size of the wire. as far as a shut off by the battery i don't see a need *snip*
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Originally Posted by cedman
I first heard mention about the possibility of relocating the batteries in Kwik's thread about the NAPA filter.*snip*
Thanks, CedricR.
Thanks, CedricR.
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Originally Posted by Steve_250
Cedman, post the thread for me please, can't find it.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/s...d.php?t=277571
If not, it's on page 2 of the forum.
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There are multiple reasons for moving batteries. For custom vehicles most is for asthetics and room under the hood. Hot rods do it mostly for room under the hood and better rear weight displacement. See it some trucks for easier access and running dual battery set-ups on gas burners when there is limited room under the hood. I have consider moving mine too, more for accessory reasons than anything else, and to make it easier to run my welder off of truck batteries and get rid of the little one that always seems to leak.
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If I was to relocate the batteries, first off I'd buy a truck box to put them in, one that sits down in the bed and second, I'd definately use 1/0 wire, you'd have a long run for starting and 1/0 would due just fine as it is mostly standard on semis with 4 or 6 batteries. I don't think I'd but a turn off switch, simply due do the fact of more resistance in the line and it would probably burn out anyway. I would find some type of wire loom and hangers for the 1/0 wire to make sure it doesn't rub to short anything out.
But when it comes down to it, I left them in the hood and added two more Deep Cell batteries on the passenger frame rail for running accessories when the truck is off, eliminating the possibility of draining the starting batteries.
But when it comes down to it, I left them in the hood and added two more Deep Cell batteries on the passenger frame rail for running accessories when the truck is off, eliminating the possibility of draining the starting batteries.
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Originally Posted by cangim
But when it comes down to it, I left them in the hood and added two more Deep Cell batteries on the passenger frame rail for running accessories when the truck is off, eliminating the possibility of draining the starting batteries.
Could you please take some pics of the rail setup?
That's what I want to do and I'm looking for viable options.
How do you lower the batts to check/service?
Steel? Welded or bolted?
etc, etc, etc....
Thanks!
Steve...
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Originally Posted by shendoa
How do you run a welder off batteries?
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Originally Posted by Max1775
I meant that I had a gas powered welder that requires a battery just like a truck. The battery just always seems to start leaking after about a year of service. Would rather just run it off my truck batteries.
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Originally Posted by Steve_250
Mike,
Could you please take some pics of the rail setup?
That's what I want to do and I'm looking for viable options.
How do you lower the batts to check/service?
Steel? Welded or bolted?
etc, etc, etc....
Thanks!
Steve...
Could you please take some pics of the rail setup?
That's what I want to do and I'm looking for viable options.
How do you lower the batts to check/service?
Steel? Welded or bolted?
etc, etc, etc....
Thanks!
Steve...