First I want to say I've read many threads about different setups and also read the posts in tech links and many get way more involved and complex than I want. I'm actually trying to do a simple setup and I'm looking for the one that makes the most sense.
Now, I have a 73 FJ40 that I purchased a few months ago and I've been working on it since I got it. I have a Warn 8274 winch, CB, CD/Radio, Amp with some speakers and one sub and a small power inverter I will use on occasion. I was going to run a small aux fuse box to the back of the truck for other add ons later. I will be installing some additional offroad lights, etc later (i have an extra pair of Hella 500s i may put on because i already have them)...
That said I also have a boat and some extra marine supplies I was thinking of using. I have an extra marine switch for running dual batteries in a boat. I also have an extra new marine deep cycle battery, extra 2 gauge wire, etc. My searches found this setup by Boston Mangler and I was thinking of a similar system.
Baja Overland
I like the simplicity of the system just wondering if I would drive around with the switch in the "All" position to keep both batteries charged. Should I wire accessories to the 2nd battery and use my primary for starting etc? I also stoped by Napa and looked at their battery isolator which would automatically switch between batteries and regualte charging between them (34$ part). Would this then eliminate the need for the Marine switch I have?
I am trying to spend little money on this since I already have most of what I need (I think). Is it worth it to buy the Napa Isolator?
The FJ40 is not my primary driver just for trail riding and short distance trips so I can put a second battery on the bench charger if I need to. I have an early 80's 2F engine with a stock alternator also...
I think thats enought to digest for now. Responses much appreciated.
Now, I have a 73 FJ40 that I purchased a few months ago and I've been working on it since I got it. I have a Warn 8274 winch, CB, CD/Radio, Amp with some speakers and one sub and a small power inverter I will use on occasion. I was going to run a small aux fuse box to the back of the truck for other add ons later. I will be installing some additional offroad lights, etc later (i have an extra pair of Hella 500s i may put on because i already have them)...
That said I also have a boat and some extra marine supplies I was thinking of using. I have an extra marine switch for running dual batteries in a boat. I also have an extra new marine deep cycle battery, extra 2 gauge wire, etc. My searches found this setup by Boston Mangler and I was thinking of a similar system.
Baja Overland
I like the simplicity of the system just wondering if I would drive around with the switch in the "All" position to keep both batteries charged. Should I wire accessories to the 2nd battery and use my primary for starting etc? I also stoped by Napa and looked at their battery isolator which would automatically switch between batteries and regualte charging between them (34$ part). Would this then eliminate the need for the Marine switch I have?
I am trying to spend little money on this since I already have most of what I need (I think). Is it worth it to buy the Napa Isolator?
The FJ40 is not my primary driver just for trail riding and short distance trips so I can put a second battery on the bench charger if I need to. I have an early 80's 2F engine with a stock alternator also...
I think thats enought to digest for now. Responses much appreciated.
