Auxiliary Power System Under the Hood

I spent more time today working on my auxiliary power system install. The more I get into this, the more complex I realize it is. Pictured here are the components that are going under the hood. My system is designed to use a solar panel to charge the auxiliary battery when the FJ is parked. The solar panel is mounted on the roof rack. Shown here is the charge controller:

 

I also have a relay block for 4 relays. Each lighting system needs a relay and this consolidates them into one bank. Pictured here is the back side of the relay block wired and ready for install:

The under hood components are mounted on a panel that is mounted to the battery clamp. The panel has the, fuse box, relay block, solenoid, and charge controller mounted on it:

I hope to finish tomorrow.

tomas

Tomas has lived in Colorado since age 5. Having grown up on the Western Slope of Colorado lots of time was spent in the Desert Southwest. Tomas' father introduced him to the love of 4 wheeling at an early age in the high mountains around Aspen, Colorado. While an avid Mountain Biker, Tomas and his Family enjoy adventures in the mountains and desert in the remote locations that can only be reached by 4wd. Day hikes are always a must when on the family trips. While enjoying outdoor activities he wants to share his love as a certified 4wd trainer and ski instructor. Tomas also enjoys caving and cave exploration. Tomas currently resides in Colorado Springs. 

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