Parts Needed to Connect Battery Bank to Inside Lights on Snowmobile Trailer

Updated 11/14/2022 | Published 11/12/2022

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Question:

I would like to add a house battery to my snowmobile trailer so I have interior lights when not connected to vehicle. It is already wired for lights on the inside. Other than a deep cycle battery what else do I need? Breaker?

asked by: Blake C

Expert Reply:

For your application I recommend using an in-line fuse holder like the 10 Amp Kit # 55151 or the 15 Amp Kit # C55152. These some with butt connectors and a lead wire to run for power so you get everything in a kit.

A circuit breaker, like the 20 Amp # PK54520, is rated for higher things like a trickle charge from your tow vehicle battery to the trailer battery bank which is why I recommend the fuse instead of the circuit breaker.

Aside from the fuse you'll need a switch like the Single Rocker Switch # 37212525 if your existing wiring doesn't already have one installed.

Attached are some videos for you to check out.