I'm looking at configuring a dual batt setup in my 97 LX. I was getting overloaded with the FAQ, and did have a couple of questions that I didnt see there.
Would it be possible to shoehorn in a pair of group 34, group 75, or group 78 batteries in the stock location (with minor mods/create a battery tray)?
Sizes on the Group 78 and group 34 batteries
L= 10 1/8 in.
W= 7 in.
H= 8 1/8 in.
Sizes of the group 75
L= 9 in.
W= 7 in.
H= 8 in.
Going with two smaller batteries would save weight, save on wiring cost, extra batt tray/washer relocation kit, and still provide a ton of CCA and Reserve Cycles. The Exide Orbitals are not very expensive, around 100 beans, and can provice up to 1000 CCA at 32 degrees F, each with 95 min reserves.
I'm looking at using the second batt for auxillaries(lighting, electronics, etc). No winch at this time. Also the ability to self-jump (ghetto style with jumper cables
) in a pinch.
I'll be due for a battery soon, so I might as well get two
......I'm also open to keeping a starting battery, and going with a true deep cycle for accessories.
Also weighing out solenoids vs a simple isolator. I dont need a HR system (even though I think they are slick)...
Steve
Would it be possible to shoehorn in a pair of group 34, group 75, or group 78 batteries in the stock location (with minor mods/create a battery tray)?
Sizes on the Group 78 and group 34 batteries
L= 10 1/8 in.
W= 7 in.
H= 8 1/8 in.
Sizes of the group 75
L= 9 in.
W= 7 in.
H= 8 in.
Going with two smaller batteries would save weight, save on wiring cost, extra batt tray/washer relocation kit, and still provide a ton of CCA and Reserve Cycles. The Exide Orbitals are not very expensive, around 100 beans, and can provice up to 1000 CCA at 32 degrees F, each with 95 min reserves.
I'm looking at using the second batt for auxillaries(lighting, electronics, etc). No winch at this time. Also the ability to self-jump (ghetto style with jumper cables
) in a pinch.I'll be due for a battery soon, so I might as well get two
......I'm also open to keeping a starting battery, and going with a true deep cycle for accessories.Also weighing out solenoids vs a simple isolator. I dont need a HR system (even though I think they are slick)...
Steve
