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fourthclassC
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Apr 18, 2017

Emergency Start Button - Connects both Battery banks

Howdy, I am thinking about changing my emergency start swtich from the stock momentary type to a single pole, single throw, switch with a hinged cover. Want to have the option to draw from the engine...
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MEXICOWANDERER
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Apr 19, 2017
The BEST emergency paralleling solenoid is the cheapest. A black phenolic body Ford fender mount starter solenoid. These critters can handle 400 amperes without a whimper but the mounting base must see a good chassis negative ground. From practical experience, I can state this solenoid will heat the copper studs to beyond 130F if energized longer than 30 seconds. A starting-only option.

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