Iguana
Member Since: 14 Oct 2013
Location: 'Sunny' Zomerset
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Hi all,
I have searched, but didn't find all of the answers I was after  I want to fit a second battery, yellow top type one to the space in the front on drivers side.
Do I just run cables from the main battery to the 2nd via some kind of isolator? I want to be able to charge the 2nd battery, but not run the main battery down when using the 2nd (if that makes sense).
Cables running to the back, where I plan to have some 12v sockets as well as cables running to Tow hitch for eventual connection to Sankey.
I'm sure all of this is possible, but any thoughts on what exactly I need to purchase and any tips on fitting etc? Don't suppose there's a guide out there somewhere?
Oh yes, will the alternator cope?
Cheers
 Iggy/Ieuan
Current LR =
2015 RR Sport Autobiography
&
1992 Land Rover Defender Camper
- Gone but not forgotten:
MY10 D4 GS
MY05 Disco 3 'S'
MY14 FL2 HSE manual in Blue
MY15 Disco 4 HSE Lux in Santorini Black
MY08 Disco 3 SE manual in Buck Blue
1960 Series 2 88" (No idea why I sold it!)
Last edited by Iguana on 21st Dec 2014 2:42 pm. Edited 1 time in total
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CDS
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Have a search for 'traxide' - should get you in the right direction
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| 20th Nov 2014 3:34 pm |
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mr jones
Member Since: 26 May 2010
Location: manchester
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This is an efficient and reliable combination for keeping both batteries in good condition and supplying plenty of power it will always protect your cranking battery even if you flatten your auxillary battery. This set up will easily cope with anything you want to run from it (provided correct cable sizes and fused protection used) just need a rough idea of how much current you need at the rear. There are several other options to Traxide but Tim there is very helpful and knowledgable and the equipment is well tried and tested. There is loads of helpful info on here for the various options. I went for the Traxide USI 160 two years ago and it has performed superbly.
Cheers
Nigel
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| 20th Nov 2014 4:15 pm |
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Iguana
Member Since: 14 Oct 2013
Location: 'Sunny' Zomerset
Posts: 9402
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Thanks both
You mention 'Tim' does he supply Traxide' and any links?
Iggy/Ieuan
Current LR =
2015 RR Sport Autobiography
&
1992 Land Rover Defender Camper
- Gone but not forgotten:
MY10 D4 GS
MY05 Disco 3 'S'
MY14 FL2 HSE manual in Blue
MY15 Disco 4 HSE Lux in Santorini Black
MY08 Disco 3 SE manual in Buck Blue
1960 Series 2 88" (No idea why I sold it!)
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| 20th Nov 2014 4:25 pm |
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CDS
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Member Since: 12 Oct 2009
Location: All over the UK!
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Tim's user ID is 'drivesafe' on here
Discovery 3/4 & RRS keys cut and programmed at your home or work
Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto retro fit - see it here
BAS Remaps/ EGR Blanking
Software updates/ enabling
Mobile Servicing & Repairs
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| 20th Nov 2014 4:43 pm |
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CDS
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Member Since: 12 Oct 2009
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PS. he owns Traxide 
Discovery 3/4 & RRS keys cut and programmed at your home or work
Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto retro fit - see it here
BAS Remaps/ EGR Blanking
Software updates/ enabling
Mobile Servicing & Repairs
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| 20th Nov 2014 4:43 pm |
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bbyer
Member Since: 25 Dec 2008
Location: Edmonton Alberta
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| Traxide Kit file in my gallery. |
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The link below is to my Gallery where I have the Traxide second battery kit installed in my Left Hand drive LR3. Traxide has kits for both RH and LH drive.
http://www.disco3.co.uk/gallery/thumbnails.php?album=3738 2005 LR3 HSE 4.4L AJ-V8 petrol; Traxide Dual Battery; PIAA 2500K Yellow Ion H11 Fog Light bulbs; CounterAct LT-2 Capacitive Corrosion control; LLumar AIR80 Blue clear Infra Red blocking side window film; Liftgate manual release; Schrader Valve "air in" mod to OEM air suspension reservoir tank; Akebono ceramic pads; OEM solid vented discs; LR4 design hitch receiver; Wiggs D4 MOST bluetooth module; Clock on the Dash; 3 Flash signal light mod; Backup Camera; 2015/16 Nav Data update.
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| 20th Nov 2014 4:45 pm |
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Iguana
Member Since: 14 Oct 2013
Location: 'Sunny' Zomerset
Posts: 9402
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Thanks chaps 
Great pics as well bbyer Iggy/Ieuan
Current LR =
2015 RR Sport Autobiography
&
1992 Land Rover Defender Camper
- Gone but not forgotten:
MY10 D4 GS
MY05 Disco 3 'S'
MY14 FL2 HSE manual in Blue
MY15 Disco 4 HSE Lux in Santorini Black
MY08 Disco 3 SE manual in Buck Blue
1960 Series 2 88" (No idea why I sold it!)
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Moo
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Location: Wiltshire
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I've been running a Tmax split charge and Oddessy battery fo many years. It is cheap (£80),good quality kit and was a doddle to install. I think there are pics in my gallery.
I run a Waeco CF50 on it which lives permanently in the car. Sailorboi has seen. It's very neat and you can link both batteries with the press of a button.
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| 20th Nov 2014 8:33 pm |
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Iguana
Member Since: 14 Oct 2013
Location: 'Sunny' Zomerset
Posts: 9402
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Thanks both
Don't suppose you still have the links to the kit you purchased?
Also what 2nd battery you using? (best fit)
Cheers
Iggy Iggy/Ieuan
Current LR =
2015 RR Sport Autobiography
&
1992 Land Rover Defender Camper
- Gone but not forgotten:
MY10 D4 GS
MY05 Disco 3 'S'
MY14 FL2 HSE manual in Blue
MY15 Disco 4 HSE Lux in Santorini Black
MY08 Disco 3 SE manual in Buck Blue
1960 Series 2 88" (No idea why I sold it!)
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| 30th Nov 2014 9:41 pm |
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Iguana
Member Since: 14 Oct 2013
Location: 'Sunny' Zomerset
Posts: 9402
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Right, me thinks twill make a great little project for the Christmas break, ready in time hopefully for the Winter camp  Iggy/Ieuan
Current LR =
2015 RR Sport Autobiography
&
1992 Land Rover Defender Camper
- Gone but not forgotten:
MY10 D4 GS
MY05 Disco 3 'S'
MY14 FL2 HSE manual in Blue
MY15 Disco 4 HSE Lux in Santorini Black
MY08 Disco 3 SE manual in Buck Blue
1960 Series 2 88" (No idea why I sold it!)
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| 1st Dec 2014 9:17 am |
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Iguana
Member Since: 14 Oct 2013
Location: 'Sunny' Zomerset
Posts: 9402
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Battery, Tmax (well similar), cables, 12v sockets, volt meter, USB sockets, fuse box, and rear cubby cover all ordered (some already delivered)
Looking forward to working out how to get it fitted now Iggy/Ieuan
Current LR =
2015 RR Sport Autobiography
&
1992 Land Rover Defender Camper
- Gone but not forgotten:
MY10 D4 GS
MY05 Disco 3 'S'
MY14 FL2 HSE manual in Blue
MY15 Disco 4 HSE Lux in Santorini Black
MY08 Disco 3 SE manual in Buck Blue
1960 Series 2 88" (No idea why I sold it!)
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sailorboi
Member Since: 26 Oct 2012
Location: Bristol
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I have ordered exactly the same just before I came away and it arrived just after I went back to work and I am doing the same so if you want a hand sometime next week
I have not ordered the T-max kit yet but I saw Moo's and it is a nice neat set up. And as Andy has said that battery is a perfect fit in the drivers side. i am home on sunday so next week is free ish if you are around 07 Java Black TD V6 D3, EGRs Blanked, Tow bar, Full dog guard & divider, LED Spots , DRLs, GG ATs, RLD Sump guard, RLD Spare Wheel Protector, D4 LED Rear Lights, Limo tints on boot and Midnight tint on rear windows, Kenwood screen with Garmin nav, Rear cameras, D4 Steering wheel with flappy paddles, T-max split charge system, Tree sliders, Prospeed roof rack & Ladder, Alisport fast road inter cooler,
Massey Ferguson 35x
Sankey Narrow Track Camping Trailer (Gone but to a great home)
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