Securing batteries in RV storage
I am thinking about storing my trailer in an RV storage lot (fenced, cameras etc)but I don't want to have to pull the batteries every time I take it in and out. I am looking for a secure box to have t...
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What about some sort of switch under the battery that closes when the battery is lifted up and sets off a loud siren or horn?
Or install the battery somewhere inside (vented of course). Could even leave the old battery box in the A-frame complete with the old +/- cables inside to fool a thief. I moved our battery inside where there was a perfect spot available for it not usable for much else.
Otherwise, there are lots of lockable boxes that'd work. Some use tool boxes for the bed of a truck. There are "trailer tongue boxes" that will also work and have angled sides to match the A-frame angle and come in steel, aluminum or plastic and in various dimensions. Might want to make sure a box can't also be taken along with a battery as they are not cheap. IIRC, Tractor Supply has a selection of boxes that could work and you wouldn't need to order one online somewhere (shipping is costly due to size). Lowes has some too I think. A battery disconnect switch would be a good idea (or just disconnect at the battery) or solar.
I bought one of the aluminum tongue boxes the same as in the photo and was also going to cut out the angle channels supporting the battery so I could lower the box. But we got a new TT and the front cap bulged out more and the box wouldn't fit and had to sell it.
Or install the battery somewhere inside (vented of course). Could even leave the old battery box in the A-frame complete with the old +/- cables inside to fool a thief. I moved our battery inside where there was a perfect spot available for it not usable for much else.
Otherwise, there are lots of lockable boxes that'd work. Some use tool boxes for the bed of a truck. There are "trailer tongue boxes" that will also work and have angled sides to match the A-frame angle and come in steel, aluminum or plastic and in various dimensions. Might want to make sure a box can't also be taken along with a battery as they are not cheap. IIRC, Tractor Supply has a selection of boxes that could work and you wouldn't need to order one online somewhere (shipping is costly due to size). Lowes has some too I think. A battery disconnect switch would be a good idea (or just disconnect at the battery) or solar.
I bought one of the aluminum tongue boxes the same as in the photo and was also going to cut out the angle channels supporting the battery so I could lower the box. But we got a new TT and the front cap bulged out more and the box wouldn't fit and had to sell it.
