After many years of recharging (and replacing) my battery I figure it is time to install some sort of ground disconnect switch. Has anybody done this with good results?
Any particular design of switch, location, etc. info would be helpful before I start drilling!
I have found one switch that does not require mounting on a grounded surface. I could attach it to the wall behind the passenger seat with the removable key-switch accessible from the interior.
David Richoux 91 M100 Palo Alto
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Battery shut-off switch?
by tubaman » Wed 07.03.2007, 22:25
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Re: Battery shut-off switch?
by dapinky » Thu 08.03.2007, 01:17
tubaman wrote: I could attach it to the wall behind the passenger seat with the removable key-switch accessible from the interior.
David Richoux 91 M100 Palo Alto
But if you turn it off before you get out of the car, the central locking wont work
That's okay if it is for when the car is put away not being used, but if it's as a sort of security device, perhaps inside the boot (trunk)?
Dave
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Just the one now, but this one's mine! - and it will be finished eventually..... - but also temporary custodian of a project until it is finished enough for Angie to drive it
...oh, and a 2006 Freelander destined for the jungles of The Gambia - 4500 miles across roads, desert and tracks - what could possibly go wrong?
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by Doug » Thu 08.03.2007, 05:23
David,
Here's what I put on my Elan (when she was mine)
www.griotsgarage.com/catalog.jsp?&SKU=36804
I put in an optima red top and put the leads from the charger onto the battery -- then just connect the quick connect when you plan to leave it for some time. It won't overcharge; your battery will not die; and it is the best solution if you ask me. Just plug the other end into the wall, and connect it when you get home if needed.
If you disconnect the battery then the ECU has to relearn (trivial) each time and you'll have to reprogram your stereo each time . . .
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Here's what I put on my Elan (when she was mine)
www.griotsgarage.com/catalog.jsp?&SKU=36804
I put in an optima red top and put the leads from the charger onto the battery -- then just connect the quick connect when you plan to leave it for some time. It won't overcharge; your battery will not die; and it is the best solution if you ask me. Just plug the other end into the wall, and connect it when you get home if needed.
If you disconnect the battery then the ECU has to relearn (trivial) each time and you'll have to reprogram your stereo each time . . .
-Doug
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by tubaman » Thu 08.03.2007, 05:34
Great ideas all! Thanks.
I have done the trickle charge thing before - I have a carport situation now and it might work out better than what I had.
The trunk/boot location idea is also good - I had not thought about the locks.
I am also thinking of taking out my Ungo alarm system - I think that is causing the biggest drain on the battery. Basic car alarms are pretty much useless in California anymore, mine is much more trouble than protection!
Dave Richoux
I have done the trickle charge thing before - I have a carport situation now and it might work out better than what I had.
The trunk/boot location idea is also good - I had not thought about the locks.
I am also thinking of taking out my Ungo alarm system - I think that is causing the biggest drain on the battery. Basic car alarms are pretty much useless in California anymore, mine is much more trouble than protection!
Dave Richoux
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by davidjt » Thu 08.03.2007, 13:29
It's a bit of a pain to get at, but if the car is only used at weekends, the 'Discarnect' is a cheap and cheerful solution that doesn't require any drilling.
Ive had one my Audi ever since the dealer gave up on curing its battery
aggro.
Ive had one my Audi ever since the dealer gave up on curing its battery
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