OldBushie
The D3 comes with a 150 amp alternator ( Can’t remember if that’s continuos ) and this should be plenty big enough to do the job required.
The problem with the D3 and RRS ( and some of the late model D2a ) is the capability of these vehicles to have a much higher charging voltage that the batteries may be able to take without being damaged.
Cheers.
ChatterBox
I found that ribbed flexible conduit fairly expensive. I tried running my battery cables to the back through some of that black 19mm garden irrigation hose. so far seems to be holding up OK. On a nice new D3 you'd probably want to use the proper stuff though
Wizard
Just curious, but the ribbed stuff is split all the way along isn't it? So water and mud have at least a chance of seeping out. I suppose terminating the irrigation hose at high points and sealing the ends would make it fairly safe?Originally Posted by waynep
I found that ribbed flexible conduit fairly expensive. I tried running my battery cables to the back through some of that black 19mm garden irrigation hose. so far seems to be holding up OK. On a nice new D3 you'd probably want to use the proper stuff though
ChatterBox
I think the ribbed stuff is split mainly to make it easier to feed the cables in. Hmmm....I never considered the drainage issue using normal hose, but could nip a couple of holes in it at the lowest point I suppose. It only runs along the chassis rails anyway.
Master
You can get ribbed conduit split or intact. The intact stuff usually has a draw wire in it that can be used to pull the cables through. (You have to be a bit careful when you cut it that you don't damage your cutters on the draw wire - its usually mild steel wire.)
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