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Title: What type of disconect switch
Post by: goutoe on March 13, 2012, 07:58:34 AM

I would like to install a disconnect on my start up batteries 12 volt system on my AM general 6v92 what type or brand would You guys recommend? I installed a blade type on the coach batteries which works great but I don't think that would be heavy enough to handle starting amps. Thanks John.

Title: Re: What type of disconect switch
Post by: rv_safetyman on March 13, 2012, 09:54:53 AM

Same subject here:

http://www.busconversions.com/bbs/index.php?topic=23099.msg253950#new (http://www.busconversions.com/bbs/index.php?topic=23099.msg253950#new)

It is hard to beat the Cat switch listed.

Jim

Title: Re: What type of disconect switch
Post by: gus on March 14, 2012, 03:21:48 PM

I use the cheap green knob cutoffs from WM. They are not the most rugged but are the cheapest and most available.

I probably have 20 of them in use now including the buses and have had only one fail in 20 years.

I use one on each battery so that cuts down on the starting current load.

Title: Re: What type of disconect switch
Post by: goutoe on March 15, 2012, 07:39:29 AM

Thanks for the help guys I located a switch off of a caterpillar loader I just need to build a bracket and I should be in business. Thanks, John.

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