Isolator Recommendation for 2014 Chevrolet Silverado Using 2nd Battery
Updated 01/05/2015 | Published 01/04/2015
Question:
Hello, I am looking to add in a second battery on my 2014 silverado and had considered running them in parallel, but i like the idea of having the disconnect from the cranking battery from an isolator. I have never used an isolator in the past and am not sure which one i would need and if there is a pre fab install kit for it. Could you please advise on which i would need, i noticed that 3 different ones came up when i searched your site? Thank you so much for your help.
asked by: Jonathan C
Helpful Expert Reply:
The highest rated isolator that we offer is one like the Deka Battery Isolator, # DW08771, which has a capacity of 120 amps. From the information that I was able to gather on a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado it has an alternator with an amp rating greater than 120.
This isolator can be used with a higher amp rating alternator because an alternator typically will not be producing it's full amperage unless something were to require it like a dead vehicle battery. In this case, if the full amperage was drawn, the isolator could be damaged.
If your Silverado has a Delco or GM CS alternator, you can use the Deka Battery Isolator Installation Kit, # DW08768. This kit includes complete instructions, various 16-14 gauge terminals, sensor wire for "S" position on some GM alternator connectors, and primary wire.
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Deka Battery Isolator - 120 Amp
- Battery Charger
- Battery Isolators
- 12V
- 24V
- 36V
- 48V
- 50V
- 6V
- Maintains Only
- Vehicle Battery to Auxiliary Battery
- Deka
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