Dual Batt VM with Switch
Short video of it mocked up in the engine bay for testing with both batteries. And as for the why I went with a switch; again, I just enjoy automotive wiring. ;-)
Liking this. I'll check switches next that fit. Ignore how filthy the console cover is. This is solely a Moab rig. I wash the outside but I can't remember the last time I wiped down the inside. :-)
I also ordered one of these Toyota style switches because the round switch kept pushing the delivery date out on me. I've got all of my switches location blanks full of new accessories switches for lockers and things like that so I'm not sure where I'm gonna put this. I'm tempted to take the...
Thanks, everyone. Amazon is taking forever to get the round voltmeter gauge here so I've ordered a second one that's more like a rectangular switch just to get it wired up and then hopefully I can switch to the round one. I'll keep everybody here in the loop with photos.
Nice. Do you have a link for that socket holder? Everything I'm finding is for 2"+ gauges and this little guy shows as 1". Maybe the face is 2" and the rear is 1" now that I think about it.
That's a great question. I've been thinking about mounting it down flat on the console somewhere. The rest of my dash is pretty much maxed out with accessories I've added over the years. Can you send me a pic of your installation?
The style of dual battery voltmeter I'm using only has three prongs 2+/1- and is designed to be on all the time but since my cruiser sits for long periods I wanna be able to switch it off. Low side / ground side switching fits the bill for me.
Yeah I was thinking number one also because it will be shorter runs of wire. AI confirmed either would work. Crazy AI.
Honestly for why I'm doing it, I just enjoy tinkering on the ole girl. 😁
2005 uzj100. I'm running a bluetooth voltmeter right now I can view on my phone but want to wire in a permanent dual battery voltmeter on my dash or likely the console. I want to switch it on the ground (low) side for ease with a simple 2-prong switch to cut the ground signal. I believe...
Replaced driver's side on my 2005 in 2019 with OEM. No problems with it yet. I heard the passenger side is easier if I have to do that one down the road!
Got lucky and picked up some genuine 2015 Tundra TRD Pro black rims for my 100. Only $400 with center caps. 2.5 hours away. He had people calling him offering him more after I told him I would take them. I pulled up and we both had matching Inferno orange tundras!
Yes. Gemini Bridges and Long Canyon trails. Schafer Switchbacks to Potash Road which will take you back into Moab. Start with those and see what you think.