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Isolating DCDC Chargers

The majority of DCDC chargers powering additional batteries are using a wet start battery, meaning the nominal standalone voltage is around 12.8V. Manufacturers make products to suit the majority, and for the most part it works well. Until it doesn’t. … Read more

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Simple Switch Wiring ARB Dual Air Compressor

When you buy the ARB dual air compressor it comes with a wiring harness suited for dual air lockers using a master switch. Great for the limited market who run dual air lockers, not the best all-round wiring for those … Read more

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4WD Wheels – Rim & Tyre Choice

Since I started my initial vehicle research two odd years ago, I’ve changed the rim and tyre selection many times. I had a basic understanding of the pro’s and con’s to changing wheel size from OEM, but I never thought … Read more

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Understanding 12V Ground In Dual Battery Systems

Often reading manufacturer directions, they direct people to run a ground from the battery terminal to the device. What does this really mean for you doing your own vehicle wiring? Additional Battery Ground When you install a battery into your … Read more

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Alternators Are Not Battery Chargers

I participate in 4wd forums with recurring discussions from people believing they need to bypass their smart alternator to have a constant charge alternator so their battery fully charges, or their second battery charges, or just so there is more … Read more

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Rhino-Rack Unsuitable For Off-Road Use

There is growing concern about Rhino-Rack platforms being unsuitable for load carrying. Besides the misinformation posted around the web on this subject at present, there is a problem, and that problem to me is that Rhino-Rack is downgrading the off-road … Read more