I have noteced from some members rigs/rides that they are running dual batteries. What is this for and is this something I should look into while building my 78 F150?
Dual Batteries
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SmittyInIraq
, Sep 28 2009 02:25 AM
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Posted 28 September 2009 - 09:57 AM
you sure they weren't diesel motors? almost all diesel motors are duel battery equipped.
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2001 Duramax (Silver) - Sold
1999 F-350 XLT (Green) - Dreaming of a diesel
1979 F-350 Custom (Blue) - Under the knife. CumminsBuild Thread in Ford 79 Topic Section.
2008 Ninja 250R (Black) - Totaled... Stupid lady drivers >
^^ 19 Years old and Not sponsored by mommy and daddy. All hard work earned.
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Posted 28 September 2009 - 08:42 PM
The dual option provides a separate power source of auxiliary equipment, (camper, extra lights, etc.) It was optional on 73-79 F-series.
Interesting. I think I may look into setting that up. I plan to do a lot trial riding and camping on the trails so that may come in handy. Is it hard to setup if the truck did not come with that option?
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Posted 29 September 2009 - 08:24 AM
The dual batteries also give more amps. This way your battery doesnt die as quickly but since theyre ran in Paralel the volts stay the same, that way you dont fry everything in the truck. Just be sure if you do this you run positive to positive ans negative to negative.
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