96Pathfinder4x4 Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 My future plans require a few extra battery connections. One at a time, but I figure do the job once and make it easier for future add-ons. Backup camera unit (pictures will be on my thread...probably tomorrow), dual battery system monitor, eventually lighting going to the future roof rack, etc. What's the best way to tap off the battery? I'm considering ditching the stock accessory outlet and running direct 12V fused from the battery and inserting multiple taps from that location. Dual accessory outlet being one of them (gps and cell charger). I'm also going to run a dual accessory outlet to the rear, but will probably be a direct line fused from the battery...unless I do the tap in the dash and I can just tee off from there....sort of like a terminal board. Suggestions? Tips? Am I forgetting anything? Fridge? Should I use a "Painless Kit"? http://www.jegs.com/i/Painless/764/70107/10002/-1?CAWELAID=1710738229&catargetid=1784156489&cadevice=c&&cagpspn=pla&gclid=CLCMvqGtv7oCFRGi4AodoxoAiQ Also, my rear camera requires direct power inside the lift gate, but I think I can just tap off existing wiring.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebelord Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 My vote: Direct fused 10- gauge wire to a marine style fuse block. Example: Click Me! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theexbrit Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 I have a Rig Runner inside, 40 amps, direct to battery, constant on. My ARB fridge runs of a ciggy lighter socket that used to power the stock amp, works fine. The fridge only use .8 of an amp so no worries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahardb0dy Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Oreily auto parts sells these terminals, they run like $2.60 each, easy to add extra wires too, this pic is the battery in my sentra but have them on the PF also: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
96Pathfinder4x4 Posted November 4, 2013 Author Share Posted November 4, 2013 Will you post up pics of the RigRunner setup? I'm pulling the trigger on it. I figure with the USB connections and factory fused, it bridges the gap of cost. Over $100 is free shipping so I'm getting the connectors and some power cable from them as well. Great price for the power cable too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahardb0dy Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 You could use one of those car audio fused distribution blocks, just run what ever size positive to the distribution block and than tap off of it for what ever you need to run, something like one of these: this one happens to handle positive and negative do not think this particular one is available anymore though: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
96Pathfinder4x4 Posted November 4, 2013 Author Share Posted November 4, 2013 You could use one of those car audio fused distribution blocks, just run what ever size positive to the distribution block and than tap off of it for what ever you need to run, something like one of these: Looks like the audio blocks are larger gauge wiring. I don't see a need more than 12ga. I'm looking at continuous power. Many only have 2 connections also. I assume running from an amplifier to a speaker. Thanks for bringing up the option, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahardb0dy Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 they have them in smaller gauges too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferrariowner123 Posted November 8, 2013 Share Posted November 8, 2013 I was going to run something along these lines, But that street wires distro block is SO CLEAN, but if its tucked away, This guy has tons of stuff like these, check out the relay section, things of beauty!! http://www.ceautoelectricsupply.com/Website%20Images/ATCfusedist_med.jpg 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
96Pathfinder4x4 Posted November 8, 2013 Author Share Posted November 8, 2013 I ordered both the Tmax dual-battery control unit and the USB RIGrunner unit....along with connectors and power wire. Looks like they won't arrive til Monday or Tuesday. I was hoping they would arrive by Friday or Saturday so I could install this weekend. I plan to build my dual battery tray this weekend, so I'll be ready for them. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferrariowner123 Posted November 8, 2013 Share Posted November 8, 2013 Would you at all be interested in do a write up or some pictures of you setup? I'm looking at doing a rear battery relocation with an eventual dual battery mod, and seeing an example would greatly motivate me. Wish you well with the mods! -Kyle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
96Pathfinder4x4 Posted November 8, 2013 Author Share Posted November 8, 2013 I will be taking pics during the install. Looks like the RIGrunner will be here on Monday...the Tmax system on Tuesday. I was hoping to install this weekend, since I have a trip planned for next weekend...so not sure I will even start the install yet. It's dark by the time I get home from work. I will take pics when I build the dual battery tray and take some measurements too. My plan is to use 1" angle iron and some flat stock. The trays, such as the one in the following pic, are $25 each. I figure the metal shouldn't be more than $20 total. Here's the pics that I dragged from the internet a few weeks ago. ...don't remember where I got them. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theexbrit Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 I dug up my old thread if it will help you any..... http://www.nissanpathfinders.net/forum/topic/36119-t-max-dual-battery-install/ That battery tray is cool, where did you get it from? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahardb0dy Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 Those relay panels are very nice, now if someone wanted to install one of those under the hood, I would mount it inside a Tupperware bowl, than snap the lid on and an airtight, water proof, relay station ! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
96Pathfinder4x4 Posted November 11, 2013 Author Share Posted November 11, 2013 That battery tray is cool, where did you get it from? Pulled it from somewhere online. It's 2 battery trays welded together. $25 each. I just posted pics of my install...built myself for half that... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
96Pathfinder4x4 Posted December 2, 2013 Author Share Posted December 2, 2013 I didn't want to leave this thread open-ended. Please see my build link for further information on the RigRunner, TMax system, and Dual-battery installation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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