They have plenty of space, and everything is accessible within the cab. To learn more about ideal BCDC mounting locations check out the do’s and don’ts of BCDC mounting.Ĭombining the SBI and BCDC to your dual battery setup gives you the freedom to jump start your vehicle if you ever find yourself in trouble.įor many people a traditional 4x4 is the only way to go when deciding on their next touring rig.
#Boot hide out install#
It does pay to note that while the BCDC can be mounted in the engine bay, it is recommended to install it away from direct engine heat. The BCDC Classic charger range has been designed to withstand engine heat while effectively charging your auxiliary batteries. To take your setup up a level and keep your batteries charged to 100%, you’ll need an in-vehicle battery charger that can be mounted under the bonnet. If you’re looking for a simple solution to not draining your starter battery while you run your accessories from your auxiliary battery, the SmartStart Battery Isolatorcan be mounted under the bonnet and will prevent your start battery from going flat. For auxiliary batteries, you’ll want to choose either a standard lead acid, calcium, or lead crystal battery as these chemistries can take the engine heat with no issues. If you’re looking to install your 12V system under the bonnet, you’ll need to choose products that are built to withstand the engine heat. It can also be a handy way to hide the whole setup if you don’t particularly like the look of it out in the open, while keeping it accessible to run solar via an Anderson plug from your charger under the bonnet. If space is a hot commodity in your vehicle you might not have room to mount a secondary battery and charger, so hiding it all away under the bonnet is often a good idea. REDARC has a range of vehicle specific mounting brackets for our range of DC-DC battery chargers to help simplify installation for those keen to DIY.Ī huge benefit of engine bay mounting is the saving of space within the cabin or canopy of your vehicle. Typical vehicles that have this type of dual battery installation include Toyota Landcruiser, Toyota Hilux, Isuzu D-Max, Mitsubishi Triton, and Nissan Patrol. This setup often works better in older vehicles which have the space in the engine bay to accommodate a second battery, or in more typical 4x4 vehicles. To determine if you can install your dual battery system under the bonnet, you’ll need to make sure your vehicle has enough under bonnet space for multiple batteries. We’ve put together a bit of a guide on the different install locations and which products and vehicles they’re best suited to. So, you’ve bought a new 4WD and are keen to get it off grid ready but aren’t quite sure where to install your 12V system.
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