I have completed setup of my "Power Box" or boot, if you will. Using cabling disconnects, I have a modular container for both solar and the mechanical power provided my the SON Hub Dynamo. The Stanley FatMax® Toolbox is/was water resistant. I’ve tried to maintain that during my installation and think I have for the most part. It will be interesting to see how water spills off the canopy and how that affects the box.
I’d like to have the visual displays to my front [as seated on the quad]. Doing so would have complicated wiring. So the meters will be just behind me. I do not think they need constant monitoring. My testing will answer many of these questions, as well as the optimal [amp hours versus weight] battery size. I have been testing with a 7.5aH SLA Battery. Next a 20aH SLA Battery—actually 18aH.
The etc. part of this setup are the horn and my iHome Speaker for my iPod Touch. The integration makes use/removal of this box a breeze.
I am pleased with the results of all aspects of this configuration.
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Larger [and more] photographs to follow in separate articles. If you want to see pictures now—see them in this flickr set.
My BROL Quad [Fargo] Setup Thread
Thanks!
Jim
Good job, Jim!
Thanks for your detailed information, I’m awed.
Ashley is also making my quad fit to a trailer for my dogs and gear. My dogs will stay dry and out of the sun when needed, never thought about a canopy – good thinking on your part!
I’m riding for COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) the 4th leading cause of death in the nation, 5th in the world.
I’ve tried every year since I was paid up to ride with the American Lung Association of Washington’s Big Ride Across America in 2004…and this year, thanks to Ashley…I am going.
If you happen to pass another quad pulling a yellow, blue and black trailer sometime this summer… wave, I’ll be glad to see your new really beautiful rig firsthand.
Enjoy… Sharon
Hi Sharon,
Thanks for your very kind words. Please give us a link to pictures of your quad. I’ll be looking for you and your dogs. I am considering a trailer also. At this point, it depends on budget. It is good you are able to ride for many causes. Thanks for what you do.
My design & now setup are coming along. Please stay tuned for much more to come.
Thanks again!
Jim