Parts Needed to Install Additional Battery in Truck for Truck Bed Camper

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What all do I need in order to install a second battery in my 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 to power my slide in truck camper and protect my main truck battery? Thanks

asked by: Larry

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You will need a battery isolator like the Deka # DW08770. This will install by running between your alternator and your truck's current battery. Then the second battery will run off the isolator as well. If you need a 120 amp isolator use # DW08771.

For an install kit we have # DW08769.

expert reply by: Charles S

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