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Hi, I own a VL and I was wondering is it legal to relocate the battery to the boot? If it is is their anything I should look out for (breaking the law wise) and if anyone has a guide for it? And what type of wire etc to use.
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it has to be in a sealed box that has a vent tube to outside the car.
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Welding cable, the fattest stuff you can get with the most strands is the best. Very flexible and can handle some serious current. Got mine from BOC (formerly CIG) and the best earth you can make to the body with another lead from the body to the engine b
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I agree with Rogo....welding cable is cheaper by the meter than "battery cable" from an auto store, and in my view better.
As Rogo said, get the heaviest duty available with good quality heavy duty connectors on the ends.
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Definately run the 2 earth straps. A lot of electrical problems start with poor earths.
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Whats the best way of attaching connectors to thick cable? I've got buckleys chance of getting my crimpers around it :)
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I used an oxy to heat it then loaded it with solder. Finished it off with heat shrink tube.
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when in doubt smack it with a hammer. it would have somewhat of a crimping effect
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The only other thing that has not been said is the box and battery must not be able to tip. Sounds obvious but have seen many done very well but the unit can tip over. I would go the rogo idea and solder rather than use a hammer as you wont have any grip
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If you wanna put lugs on the end contact/drop by one of the larger electrical contracting places i work at a switch board mainafacturing place in perth i have crimpers that will crimp up to 200mm cable
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best bet would be to use an oxy set and silver solder |
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