OK....I think I'm clear now...
After re-reading the posts, and listening to these comments, I'm leaning more toward the Hellroaring setup for simplicity if nothing else. Seems to me that's the easiest way to go to accomplish the objectives (Self jump, re-reoute auxiliary eq to Bat #2, charge...
Raven, you wouldn't mind sharing a wiring diagram, would you...as well as the Solenoid you're using?
Also, I'm not understand the 'trade-off' you're referring to.....are you saying you achieved simpler wiring at the expense of NOT being able to start from the AUX batter alone?
My preference would be to avoid the Marine switch route, but I'm not opposed to it. My objectives in going w/ 2nd battery are:
* Self Jump capability
* Re-route all auxiliary equipment to 2nd battery:
- all lights (3 sets)
- NAV / GPS
- 12v outlets
- Audio
- Aux...
OK....it's time to install the 2nd battery. Those of you who have done this, if you happened to have a complete parts list, it would be greatly appreciated! Looked at the other threads, which I'll use as an install guide, but it sure would be nice to know all the things I need in one place...