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monte0185 · 12-27-2015, 05:22 PM

Would it pass tech inspection if I mounted my battery disconnect on the side of my truck like this? It has the on off decal I just mocked this up for reference of where I'm talking about. What do yall think?

71Dragtruck · 12-27-2015, 06:13 PM

Pretty sure the rule state has to be on the rear of the vehicle, don't have my book handy at the moment..

monte0185 · 12-27-2015, 06:15 PM

8:4 MASTER CUTOFF
Mandatory when battery is relocated, or as outlined in Class
Requirements. An electrical power cutoff switch (one only) must be
installed on the rearmost part of each vehicle and be easily
accessible from outside the car body. This cutoff switch must be
connected to the positive side of the electrical system and must
stop all electrical functions including magneto ignition. The off
position must be clearly indicated with the word “OFF.” If switch is
“push/pull” type, “push” must be the action for shutting off the
electrical system, “pull” to turn it on. Any rods or cables used to
activate the switch must be minimum 1/8-inch diameter. Plastic or
keyed switches prohibited. Switches and/or controls must be
located behind rear wheels on rear-engine dragsters.

Technically its part of the rear most part. lol

Marv D · 12-27-2015, 07:32 PM

I'm sure tech will argue that one, Rear-most means BACK,, unless it's a dragster which really has no 'width ' at the back.

Also, that looks like a decent one, but I can't ID it. Many of the cheep rotary disconnects are only rated for 20-40 continuous amps. (a complete JOKE!)

monte0185 · 12-27-2015, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Marv D

I'm sure tech will argue that one, Rear-most means BACK,, unless it's a dragster which really has no 'width ' at the back.

Also, that looks like a decent one, but I can't ID it. Many of the cheep rotary disconnects are only rated for 20-40 continuous amps. (a complete JOKE!)

Its summits brand. looks just like flaming river with a summit sticker. 250 continuous 2500 surge amps. Im gonna eventually run dual batteries so didnt want to waste money on the cheaper one. the problem Im running into is the back of the truck the handle runs into everything wherever i put it. I really should have bought the push pull type. I can get a kit to make it a push pull type but its like another 60$ i didnt really wanna spend till i get my dually lowered and on air.

Marv D · 12-28-2015, 08:23 AM

If your doing dual batteries,,,, might consider isolating each and not running both through one switch. Bickel is quite proud of everything they sell,, but honestly quality is next to none.

This kit has dual 125 continuous switches, but for another $40 or so you can get dual 300 amp switches.

http://www.jerrybickel.com/batteries...-jbrc1026.html

vin63 · 12-28-2015, 06:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by monte0185

Would it pass tech inspection if I mounted my battery disconnect on the side of my truck like this? It has the on off decal I just mocked this up for reference of where I'm talking about. What do yall think?

Thiat will not pass tech. The switch activation has to be accessible at the rear plane of the vehicle in case the vehicle ends up stopped with one side or the other up against a wall or barrier. The switch itself can be inboard, but the activation has to be to the rear. This is how I had my switch mounted on my old Super Gas car (just ahead of the driver side battery on the chassis)...

...note the activation lever protrudes to the outside of the trunk. You will also need to have a notation (sticker, lettering, etc.) that indicates which direction the switch shuts off the electrical system. If it is a push/pull activation, push has to be the OFF.

68racer · 12-28-2015, 07:05 PM

I mounted mine in the license plate area of the rear bumper.

monte0185 · 12-29-2015, 10:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vin63

Thiat will not pass tech. The switch activation has to be accessible at the rear plane of the vehicle in case the vehicle ends up stopped with one side or the other up against a wall or barrier. The switch itself can be inboard, but the activation has to be to the rear. This is how I had my switch mounted on my old Super Gas car (just ahead of the driver side battery on the chassis)...

...note the activation lever protrudes to the outside of the trunk. You will also need to have a notation (sticker, lettering, etc.) that indicates which direction the switch shuts off the electrical system. If it is a push/pull activation, push has to be the OFF.

I talked to one of the tech guys at the track and he said it has to be on the back as well. Im going to run mine like yours but will have to do it at a later date. Im just going to mount it to the frame where I can run a rod at a later date before i take it to the track. I have to finish wiring this truck so i can get my dually on bags before LST.

HAULIN' IT · 01-02-2016, 05:31 PM

I ran mine through the bumper. Lorne

monte0185 · 01-07-2016, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by HAULIN' IT

I ran mine through the bumper. Lorne

I dont have a bumper to run mine through but I have a plan. Stay Tuned...

djracer · 01-07-2016, 10:02 AM

Mine run through my rear roll pan with a remote switch.

hotrod 80 · 01-07-2016, 10:47 AM

Take the 2 bolts for the tail light mount and build a bracket that bolts on right there . wires will still be close to the same spot , body wont be modified , and it is visible and accessible from the rear .

monte0185 · 01-07-2016, 11:07 PM

Well this was my solution. Still need to mount it better but license plate will go in the middle. Ill have to add bolts on the outer edges for stability.

monte0185 · 01-08-2016, 09:35 PM

Well here's the finished product. Kinda hoaky but it works. Now to just to wire it all up..

vin63 · 01-09-2016, 11:11 PM

Nice! Be sure there is support at the rear of the panel to keep it from flexing out since there is a significant high pressure area at the point just behind the panel when the truck is at speed.

monte0185 · 01-09-2016, 11:21 PM

The place it's bolted to is actually the last bed brace which is a c channel type brace so it won't flex. I bolted it through both sides as well. The aluminum is also thick so it wont flex either.

ptc · 01-19-2016, 03:30 PM

This is a very simple and economical way to do it. It will mount just about anyplace with just a 1/2" drilled hole. Bumper, rear fender, rollpan....

125A Switch (carrys most any street vehicle) for $35

http://www.jerrybickel.com/batteries...-jbrc5513.html

monte0185 · 01-19-2016, 04:00 PM

Its all finished up now. Rewired the whole truck front to back.. here is a shot of the finished product on the back.

ptc · 01-19-2016, 04:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by monte0185

Its all finished up now. Rewired the whole truck front to back.. here is a shot of the finished product on the back.

That looks awesome! -- nice rig!

12-27-2015, 05:22 PM	#1
monte0185 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Brighton, TN Posts: 1,267	Battery Disconnect Would it pass tech inspection if I mounted my battery disconnect on the side of my truck like this? It has the on off decal I just mocked this up for reference of where I'm talking about. What do yall think? Attached Images __________________ A computer once beat me at chess, but it was no match for me at kick boxing. Duct tape is like the force. It has a light side, a dark side, and it holds the world together.

12-27-2015, 06:13 PM	#2
71Dragtruck Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 1,368	Re: Battery Disconnect Pretty sure the rule state has to be on the rear of the vehicle, don't have my book handy at the moment.. __________________ Speed is just a matter of money, question is how fast can you afford to go? 8.95@148.97mph all motor haven't tried bottle yet Sponsored by: Getz Oilfield Consulting Hard Candy Customs

12-27-2015, 06:15 PM	#3
monte0185 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Brighton, TN Posts: 1,267	Re: Battery Disconnect 8:4 MASTER CUTOFF Mandatory when battery is relocated, or as outlined in Class Requirements. An electrical power cutoff switch (one only) must be installed on the rearmost part of each vehicle and be easily accessible from outside the car body. This cutoff switch must be connected to the positive side of the electrical system and must stop all electrical functions including magneto ignition. The off position must be clearly indicated with the word “OFF.” If switch is “push/pull” type, “push” must be the action for shutting off the electrical system, “pull” to turn it on. Any rods or cables used to activate the switch must be minimum 1/8-inch diameter. Plastic or keyed switches prohibited. Switches and/or controls must be located behind rear wheels on rear-engine dragsters. Technically its part of the rear most part. lol __________________ A computer once beat me at chess, but it was no match for me at kick boxing. Duct tape is like the force. It has a light side, a dark side, and it holds the world together.

12-27-2015, 07:32 PM	#4
Marv D Registered Truck Offender Join Date: May 2008 Location: hells training ground (aka Ariz) Posts: 3,118	Re: Battery Disconnect I'm sure tech will argue that one, Rear-most means BACK,, unless it's a dragster which really has no 'width ' at the back. Also, that looks like a decent one, but I can't ID it. Many of the cheep rotary disconnects are only rated for 20-40 continuous amps. (a complete JOKE!) __________________ Still playin with trucks, even at my age! When you're dead, it's only a problem for the people around you, because you don't know you're dead. .....It's kinda the same when your STUPID. I just did my taxes and reviewed my SS statement. Thanks to the current administration it looks like I will only have to work till noon on the day of my funeral.

12-28-2015, 08:23 AM	#6
Marv D Registered Truck Offender Join Date: May 2008 Location: hells training ground (aka Ariz) Posts: 3,118	Re: Battery Disconnect If your doing dual batteries,,,, might consider isolating each and not running both through one switch. Bickel is quite proud of everything they sell,, but honestly quality is next to none. This kit has dual 125 continuous switches, but for another $40 or so you can get dual 300 amp switches. http://www.jerrybickel.com/batteries...-jbrc1026.html __________________ Still playin with trucks, even at my age! When you're dead, it's only a problem for the people around you, because you don't know you're dead. .....It's kinda the same when your STUPID. I just did my taxes and reviewed my SS statement. Thanks to the current administration it looks like I will only have to work till noon on the day of my funeral.

12-28-2015, 07:05 PM	#8
68racer Yeah baby! Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 436	Re: Battery Disconnect I mounted mine in the license plate area of the rear bumper. __________________ 11.37 @116

01-02-2016, 05:31 PM	#10
HAULIN' IT Registered User Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Beaver Falls, Pa Posts: 165	Re: Battery Disconnect I ran mine through the bumper. Lorne

01-07-2016, 10:02 AM	#12
djracer Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Wetumpka, Al, U.S. Posts: 8,891	Re: Battery Disconnect Mine run through my rear roll pan with a remote switch. __________________ Kevin Special Thanks to All who have helped on the TRUCK! My Pass Time Show http://s129.photobucket.com/albums/p...Chapter1-0.mp4 So Far my best Times are: Motor only: 6.44 1/8 @ 104.13 10.39 1/4 @ 125.83 Nitrous Times: 5.785 1/8 @ 118.65 with a 1.336 60ft 9.168 1/4 @ 142.58 with a 250 shot dead out of the hole!

01-07-2016, 10:47 AM	#13
hotrod 80 mini truck racer Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Baytown , texas Posts: 3,010	Re: Battery Disconnect Take the 2 bolts for the tail light mount and build a bracket that bolts on right there . wires will still be close to the same spot , body wont be modified , and it is visible and accessible from the rear . __________________ 1949 5-window 1969 Camaro 1976 Chevy Luv yellow 1978 Chevy Luv Blue 1976 Chevy Luv Black 1979 Firebird Flooded in Harvey 1999 F350 Dually 2005 GMC Sierra 4.8 RCSB 2014 Explorer (wifes) My build :http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=399148 Build #2: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=653583

01-07-2016, 11:07 PM	#14
monte0185 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Brighton, TN Posts: 1,267	Re: Battery Disconnect Well this was my solution. Still need to mount it better but license plate will go in the middle. Ill have to add bolts on the outer edges for stability. Attached Images __________________ A computer once beat me at chess, but it was no match for me at kick boxing. Duct tape is like the force. It has a light side, a dark side, and it holds the world together.

01-08-2016, 09:35 PM	#15
monte0185 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Brighton, TN Posts: 1,267	Re: Battery Disconnect Well here's the finished product. Kinda hoaky but it works. Now to just to wire it all up.. Attached Images __________________ A computer once beat me at chess, but it was no match for me at kick boxing. Duct tape is like the force. It has a light side, a dark side, and it holds the world together.

01-09-2016, 11:11 PM	#16
vin63 It's Better With Nitro Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Chino Hills, CA Posts: 2,261	Re: Battery Disconnect Nice! Be sure there is support at the rear of the panel to keep it from flexing out since there is a significant high pressure area at the point just behind the panel when the truck is at speed. __________________ 1963 C-10: Deluxe-optioned cab, shortbed, fleetside Pontiac 462 ci, Kauffman D-Port alum. heads 4L80E, narrowed sheetmetal Ford 9-inch Tubular front and rear suspension Custom 6-piston front disc and 4-piston rear disc brakes

01-09-2016, 11:21 PM	#17
monte0185 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Brighton, TN Posts: 1,267	Re: Battery Disconnect The place it's bolted to is actually the last bed brace which is a c channel type brace so it won't flex. I bolted it through both sides as well. The aluminum is also thick so it wont flex either. __________________ A computer once beat me at chess, but it was no match for me at kick boxing. Duct tape is like the force. It has a light side, a dark side, and it holds the world together.

01-19-2016, 03:30 PM	#18
ptc Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Morada, CA --- (Near Lodi) Posts: 1,443	Re: Battery Disconnect This is a very simple and economical way to do it. It will mount just about anyplace with just a 1/2" drilled hole. Bumper, rear fender, rollpan.... 125A Switch (carrys most any street vehicle) for $35 http://www.jerrybickel.com/batteries...-jbrc5513.html __________________ My Build: 57 Chevy Pro-Street

01-19-2016, 04:00 PM	#19
monte0185 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Brighton, TN Posts: 1,267	Re: Battery Disconnect Its all finished up now. Rewired the whole truck front to back.. here is a shot of the finished product on the back. Attached Images __________________ A computer once beat me at chess, but it was no match for me at kick boxing. Duct tape is like the force. It has a light side, a dark side, and it holds the world together.



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