Recent content by PhilGV8

Thanks all for your replies :icon-smile: The intention of the second battery was to split charge it, so I flattened the extra one with the extra load, but still had the original starting and running the vehicle. Slightly different from the norm as the extra load is there mostly mobile, not just...

I have the fuse box behind the battery, but have considered a pair together the other way around on the battery tray, but a lot of work. Have considered the boot, but I already carry a load of gear, so I would have to re-home stuff to make room. There is enough room under the back seat, but...

Thanks the replies :-) Yes, as you can see, a bit of a problem. I might attack it a different way, and maybe increase my single battery size, plus put some voltage monitoring in so I can see whats happening. I also have the problem of the battery going flat after about 10 days standing, seems a...

My UK 90 Colorado V6 has a single battery, mounted nearside front. I am looking to add a second battery for auxiliary lighting through a split charge system so I can ensure the engine will always start, regardless of lighting use. My problem is where to site a second battery. I have seen a...