Imported 1980 BJ40 B motor electrical (1 Viewer)

[traillme]

My Colombian BJ40 came with one battery and I’d like to add a 2nd for more starting ooompfff. Want to keep the price down - recommendations, suggestions, instructions?

Thanks!

 

[gerg]

Well start with sourcing a battery tray and bottom support bracket. They can be somewhat difficult to find.

 

[Mr Cimarron]

When I get my BJ40 up and running I’m adding a starter relay or second battery. The battery drain while glowing was a recurring issue when cold. 15 seconds of glow brings the battery down to 9-10 volts. Sometime I would get a click and would have to cycle the key a few times to get the starter to work.
I guess that’s why cold regions got 24v and warm climates got 12V trucks.

 

[DEADSALT]

if your truck is 12 volt, mimic the NAm Bj60