Thread: Wiring in a fridge etc.

Originally Posted by Jose

I have installed a duel battery setup in my Disco 1 (TDI) and chose to use Anderson plugs to the camper trailer. They have been fantastic - we've done '000's of km's off-raod and no sign of coming loose. I used 200A cable (ex-jumper leads - heaps cheaper) between batteries and 6mm wire to appliances.

At risk of sending this off in a different direction, can anyone help on how best to wire the solenoid in the engine bay to an ignition (or accessories) circuit? It is currently wired to the main battery, meaning the solenoid is always turned on. I only want the solenoid to operate and send charge to the 2nd battery when the ignition is on, but I am not sure on the best / easiest way to do this. Any advice gratefully received. Thanks.

Hi Jose,

Sorry I cannot confirm if this will work, as I have not had any experience with the Disco I.........but, most of the older style solenoid controlled dual battery setups in Patrols and Cruisers, picked their active trigger current up from the wiper motor. Worth having a look with a multimeter.

Hi Vlad and sorry mate, I missed your last post.
Unfortunately, NO.

I just don’t have the time but there are some new products coming out of the States that can make PowerPole mountings a lot better.

If I can find some pictures of some of the gear, or post up links to them, I do so.