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Old 06-03-2016, 01:25 AM   #970
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Originally Posted by PantsDants View Post
@Sojhinn @l0aded

I'm on the PowerSonic batteries still, going to upgrade to three PC680s soon. What all do I need to get in terms of install parts so that I have everything when the batteries arrive? Sounds like I need a longer copper dump connector (can't you just use some heavy gauge wire for that?). Does the old plastic top cover not sufficiently protect the connections on the new batteries?

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Not sure what your cables/barriers look like since I started on the ETX16s but here is a pic of mine with the provided barrier sitting ontop. Since I don't have 3x PC680s yet, I couldn't use the barrier as my ETX16 starter battery terminals are facing right which made it not sit with the holder/terminal wood block ontop.

I think with 3x PC680s it would sit fine though.

For connecting the two batteries together I am sure thick gauge wire would be fine if you could secure it. Personally I think using a copper bar would be cleaner and simpler. You can purchase a bar from McMaster-carr with approximate dimensions of 6" long x 0.5" wide x 1/8" thick ($2.45 + ship), cut off the excess length you don't need, and drill two holes for the bolts to go through and you're good to go.
http://www.mcmaster.com/#8964K4
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