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4:11 pm
April 2, 2011
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wrenchist
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Probably a bit overkill but I wanted to disconnect my battery without lifting the cover and without a key to lose. I used a Cantex waterproof box #5133705 and a Cole Hersee switch #3484-BX. The switch terminals protrude into the battery box slightly so I put a piece of wood between the battery and battery box to prevent the terminal lugs from damaging the battery. I used rubber weather strip to seal the switch box to the battery box. 
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6:50 pm
April 2, 2011
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mbanda
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This is exactly like a job I asked my dealer to perform – ability to unhook the battery with the flip of a switch. They looked at me like I was crazy.
Nice job. Cool looking as well.
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7:30 pm
April 2, 2011
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wrenchist
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Nice job. Cool looking as well.
Thanks mbanda………..I thiink I feel my head swelling . I would be happy to give more specifics if you or anyone else wants to do the mod.
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8:52 pm
April 2, 2011
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Mike Magee
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You're both crazy! Just kidding. Nice looking mod.
You have to remember to flip the switch to "on" or the battery won't charge, am I right? See, I would forget.  I'm probably better off without something like that.
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9:41 pm
April 2, 2011
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wrenchist
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You have to remember to flip the switch to "on" or the battery won't charge, am I right?
You are correct. I hope I don't forget……like the time I forgot to unplug and stow the shore power cord… ooops.
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7:31 pm
April 3, 2011
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Cat
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I also made a battery disconnect. The clock on the radio will kill a battery in 2 weeks. On another camper I installed a similar device like the one described above by using a marine battery switch. But on my 14RB I simply installed an inline 50 amp fuse on the positive battery line. It has the same gauge wiring as the battery (important) and the fuse is mounted in a rubber holster with a hinged snap on cover so it's weather proof. I used heat shrink connectors. Was very inexpensive. Found the stuff at a local electrical parts/connection store. So all I do is remove the fuse when I store it and everything is OFF.
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7:49 pm
April 3, 2011
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flygal6
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This is the one I mounted to the top of the battery box: http://www.princessauto.com/tr…..off-switch. I bought mine at advanced auto parts for about $8, locally. Used a large hole drill bit, a dremel and got a great fit along with a little marine silicone to make it water tight. Also used a 15″ extra battery connection cable. Very easy install. I just put the key on the ring with my trailer keys.
Carol
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