Dual Batteries

[NICKYPOO]

The isolator is basically a "gate" will between the two batteries. It is a placed in line between the two batteries (+#1 to isloator to +#2). It is linked to the ACC of your ingition switch. When you turn the key to ACC it triggers the isolator (gate) to block power draw from battery #1 (start)thereby isolating it from battery #2 (stereo). In all other key possions, the "gate" is open and the batteries are linked together.

[Boarder_X]

Nick,

You state: "In all other key possions, the "gate" is open and the batteries are linked together."

If I have my stereo hooked to the key (only works in acc or on), then if I turn the key to off, the batteries and stereo will be off right?

What about other accessories, like the automaic bilge? ... That would be a bad thing to keep power from.

I am thinking about redoing my install, because the stereo shop messed it up. I just want to make sure that the situation can be fixed.

Thanks,

Robb

[NICKYPOO]

First off, I'm no expert. Pure amature with only my own experiences to pull from. That being said, everything should still work just fine, it's just that there is no power draw from battery #1 by battery #2. You're not turning any batteries off in ACC, your just isolating one from the other.

I think.

[dogbert]

Mr. Nick E. Poo,

Did you ever get that popping/buzzing worked out?

[Boarder_X]

Nick, that's what I thought. However, my other question is: If the ignition is off, there will still be power for emergeny accessories right?

[Tequilasun]

Originally posted by tweirich
So the isolator goes between the starter battery and the second battery? I didn't see the connection to the starter on there.

T,

I'm no expert, but I belive Nick E. Poo is correct.

I have been searching for the "best" way to wire Dual batteries for years, but it doesn't seem as there is a best way, just a bunch of ways that work equally well.

[NICKYPOO]

Dog- The buzzing, yes. Just a grounding issue. Handled for now. The popping, kind of. I installed an amp pop stopper and it didn't help one bit soooooo, I got all pissed off and took the pop stopper and the isolator out. I rewired everything for no isolator and viola, no pop. To date, I have yet to find the energy to get back in there and fight. I know now what is causing it, I just need to get back to it. I'm about sick of stuffing myself in the observers compartment and wiring stereo equipment.

Robb-I don't know. Everything should work just as it did before. As soon as you turn the key to OFF or ON the "gate" is opened again. It only closes when you turn the key to ACC.

[dogbert]

Originally posted by NICKYPOO
To date, I have yet to find the energy to get back in there and fight. I know now what is causing it, I just need to get back to it. I'm about sick of stuffing myself in the observers compartment and wiring stereo equipment.

I hear ya, seems like it was a 1000 degrees (sorry, no umlauts here) when I wired my tower speakers, amp and 2nd battery. That experience alone has me thinking my current setup is good for now.

[talltigeguy]

Boarder X
Your bilge is connected directly to the battery, so it cannot be isolated. I think it is the only thing directly connected to your battery, so the only way you lose it is to have a dead battery.

This thread I started a year ago has a few good things in it, including a pic of my bilge wire.

http://www.tigeowners.com/forum/show...?threadid=1058

[dogbert]

Originally posted by Matt Garcia
Your only the fourth senior member too!

Now we have 5!

[NICKYPOO]

Land sakes, would ya' look at that! Nice work Dog! I think we should have special section that only we (Senior Members) can post in.

Restricted Forum- For the Tige Hardcore Only.

Hey Matt, can we still choose our own tags?

[Tequilasun]

Originally posted by NICKYPOO
Land sakes, would ya' look at that! Nice work Dog! I think we should have special section that only we (Senior Members) can post in.

Contrats Dog, you and Nicky are some of the most stauch supporters of the Tige Brand!

As for the Tige hardcore Section, how the heck will those threads ever stay on topic?

Looks like there is a close race for #6 too!

[talltigeguy]

Dragin,

I think you are going to beat me unless I can tweak 30+ posts out of my Rival install thread that is coming soon. I need another week to finish it. (or two).

[Tequilasun]

Originally posted by talltigeguy
Dragin,

I think you are going to beat me unless I can tweak 30+ posts out of my Rival install thread that is coming soon. I need another week to finish it. (or two).

You know I'd like to say I have no real interest in becoming a Senior Member, but heck, it is kinda cool.

The elite of the elite of Tige Nerds.

I'm sure you will make it to the Nerdery soon after I do, and I am looking forward to your Rival thread.

[dogbert]

We should get a T-Shirt or hat so we can proudly display our nerdiness!