Please forgive this naive question
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Please forgive this naive question
I have a C reg Caravelle auto sleeper,it only has the main battery that I use an inverter for when camping with no hook up.Is it possible to fit a ;leisure battery?
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Re: Please forgive this naive question
YES!
The common setup is to install a second 'leisure battery' and wire it to the existing battery through a split charge relay.
On camp only use power from the new leisure battery and because it is wired through a relay the main 'starter' battery will remain fully charged and untouched, ready for starting the engine.
You may be able to fit a second battery under the oposite seat (if petrol engined) or a suitable cupboard or under bed compartment.
Martin
The common setup is to install a second 'leisure battery' and wire it to the existing battery through a split charge relay.
On camp only use power from the new leisure battery and because it is wired through a relay the main 'starter' battery will remain fully charged and untouched, ready for starting the engine.
You may be able to fit a second battery under the oposite seat (if petrol engined) or a suitable cupboard or under bed compartment.
Martin
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Re: Please forgive this naive question
Nice 1 thanks,there is room under the passenger seat.
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Re: Please forgive this naive question
... and the wiring diagram to fit Autosleeper aux batts is, yes , you guessed it ...in the wiki ![Very Happy :D](./images/smilies/icon_biggrin.gif)
there are aux batteries that fit under the seat, a UK code 096 will fit or if you want a leisure battery that fits, then a search will reveal the company that sells them.
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there are aux batteries that fit under the seat, a UK code 096 will fit or if you want a leisure battery that fits, then a search will reveal the company that sells them.
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