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10-24-2016, 11:20 AM
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6 Volt batteries on the front of my 23IKS
Is there enough room to mount 2 Trojan T-105 batteries in place of the 1 - 12 volt battery on the frame of the 23IKS? It looks close but would like to here from someone who has don it.
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10-24-2016, 11:25 AM
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I can't answer your question directly, however I recently purchased this battery box, designed specifically for your needs (I'm doing the same thing). Below are the dimensions:
http://www.allbatterysalesandservice...cfm/4,573.html
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10-24-2016, 11:27 AM
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I am guessing your Rockwood has the same amount of space as my Solaire. I mounted an aluminum battery box from Torklift on top of the frame rails where the factory battery sat. It has room for 4 batteries but I only put 2 in it. My inverter and solar charge controller are on the other side of the box. It gives some level of security because it is lockable and secured to the frame. 2 brand new Trojans might look tempting to thieves.
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10-24-2016, 11:50 AM
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If you have room for two standard Group 24 12v batteries, then the 6 volts should fit.
They are taller than the Group 24 battery.
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10-24-2016, 01:33 PM
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I prefer 12v group 27 battery`s .
I bought 3 battery and 3 box and 2 marine 3 ways switch.
Easier to recharge plus I interconnect with solar panel and inverter with the switch.
I also use a 2000 watt inverter generator.
I made a aluminium open rack behind the propane tank.
Less expensive deal.
I never run out of power.
I have a circuit diagram if interested.
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10-24-2016, 02:46 PM
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6 volt batteries
I suspect the tongue on our rigs are similar. Recently placed a pair of 6 volt batteries on the rails of my Roo 17 without problems, but the space is tight. Going to check out the capacity this weekend with a couple of cold nights in Big Meadow Skyline Drive.
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10-24-2016, 02:50 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jonol
I prefer 12v group 27 battery`s .
I bought 3 battery and 3 box and 2 marine 3 ways switch.
Easier to recharge plus I interconnect with solar panel and inverter with the switch.
I also use a 2000 watt inverter generator.
I made a aluminium open rack behind the propane tank.
Less expensive deal.
I never run out of power.
I have a circuit diagram if interested.
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The OP has a hybrid TT.
Do you have a TT, cause unless you do some extensive modification, you aren't going to have room for three Group 27 batteries on a typical TT A-frame.
I'm guessing that you have a motorhome or 5th wheel, to be able to fit 3 Group 27 batteries.
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and Zoe the Wonder Dog(R.I.P.)
2016 PrimeTime TracerAIR 255, pushing a 2014 Ford F150 SCREW XTR 4x4 3.5 Ecoboost w/Max Tow Package
4pt Equal-i-zer WDH and 1828lbs of payload capacity
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10-24-2016, 04:25 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Archicamper
Is there enough room to mount 2 Trojan T-105 batteries in place of the 1 - 12 volt battery on the frame of the 23IKS? It looks close but would like to here from someone who has don it.
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Yes.
This is the box I installed on the existing angle iron - no modifications required (for our 2013 IKSS). Now, if you plan to use 12V, this box isn't tall enough. It is wide enough. I ended up using two 12V Gr 24 Trojan batteries because of the box height. But the existing spot on the frame is wide enough. I would have gone with the 6's, but very happy with these so far.
23" Aluminum Battery Lock Box — Rvlockbox.com
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10-24-2016, 11:20 PM
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Yes , I have a HTT and my home made rack is located at the whide section of the V frame behind the propane tank.
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10-24-2016, 11:44 PM
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As requested here the diagram for the battery`s
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10-24-2016, 11:48 PM
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As requested here the diagram for the 3 battery`s.
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10-25-2016, 05:57 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jonol
Yes , I have a HTT and my home made rack is located at the whide section of the V frame behind the propane tank.
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what HTT do you have?
please post pics of your battery setup.
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Shawn-Musician/Entrepreneur/Wine Expert
and Zoe the Wonder Dog(R.I.P.)
2016 PrimeTime TracerAIR 255, pushing a 2014 Ford F150 SCREW XTR 4x4 3.5 Ecoboost w/Max Tow Package
4pt Equal-i-zer WDH and 1828lbs of payload capacity
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10-25-2016, 10:43 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by PSU Turf
I am guessing your Rockwood has the same amount of space as my Solaire. I mounted an aluminum battery box from Torklift on top of the frame rails where the factory battery sat. It has room for 4 batteries but I only put 2 in it. My inverter and solar charge controller are on the other side of the box. It gives some level of security because it is lockable and secured to the frame. 2 brand new Trojans might look tempting to thieves.
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Torklift also makes a locking solar battery box to fit two 6V batteries (even though mine is only holding a single puny group 24 at the moment).
See my installation at http://www.restcure.ca/mods_battbox.html
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10-25-2016, 10:44 AM
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Duplicate post
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2012 Rockwood Ultra-Lite 2701SS, Goodyear Endurance LRD, ProPride 3P 1400 hitch
2013 F-150 FX4 7700# GVWR SuperCrew 3.5L EcoBoost 157" WB Max Tow 3.73:1
John, Dawn and Emily... and Bella the camping kitty
visit our website at www.restcure.ca
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10-25-2016, 11:28 AM
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My HTT is winterize right now but I am sending you 2 pictures of my rack with 3 battery`s setup, not very clear, sorry!
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