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Stclairm
Explorer
May 26, 2013

Installed Marinco "house" battery main switch

I finally got tired of disconnecting my battery every time I park the TT. Another member on the forum gave me this idea, so I take no credit.... I bought it off Ebay for $28 shipped, used about a foot of automotive battery cable (used from where I work), crimped some ends on

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    Stclairm
    Explorer
    May 28, 2013
    I also borrowed the CG's ladder and got up on my roof and installed a Camco roof vent. My bathroom vent cover already had holes and cracks in it, so I figured it was good reason to install a better roof vent. I don't know how it compares to Maxxair's and others, but I think it will do the job.
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    deleted-2
    Explorer II
    May 26, 2013
    Nice work and good deal on the switch!
    Needing to do this to our trailer since the battery is a bear to get out.
  • nremtp143's avatar
    nremtp143
    Explorer
    May 26, 2013
    Same one I put on my 5er. Very nice not to have to disconnect batteries each time. Nice job.
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    Stclairm
    Explorer
    May 26, 2013
    The other two




    Just had to buy some screws, nuts, and lock washers from Lowe's to mount the switch to my battery box. Did it while here camping at Fancy Gap KOA.....

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