I have 4 of the 100+ lb AGM batteries that MrWizard has, and I want to place them under my new (used) van, on brackets attached to the frame.
I can't afford the Tork Lift Hidden Power (cost is double or triple the cost of the batteries) and am looking at DIY options.
I'm looking at various heavy duty brackets, will try to find a cheap welder, etc. But I thought I should talk to you guys, too.
If I use brackets, I am thinking to make shelves of exterior plywood to spread the weight, with 2 or more brackets per battery bolted to the van frame. I would add nylon ratchet straps around frame+battery just so they won't bounce off.
I'd prefer bolt on even if I get a welder to make shelves. Is it a bad idea to put all those bolt holes in my frame?
What do you think of these brackets?
Simpson, for concrete forms. Nice cheap option but unsure of weight rating and could only use 2 per battery:
L-shape, for kitchen countertops:
Z shape, sellers says in the Q&A they are 50lbs each, I could use like 4 per battery:
Another L shape, also seller says 50lb, less expensive:
Do you folks have any other great ideas?
3/4 timing in a DIY van conversion. Backroads, mountains, boondocking, sometimes big cities for a change of pace.