Has anyone ever succeded in putting a second battery in a 2004 ranger?
I have a 2004 Ranger XLT and have looked under the hood and tried to figure out where and how and could a second battery fit?
Even with some modifications I still can't see it.
Just wondering if anyone else has had this thought?

Thanks
Roger

 

Why do you feel there's a need for dual batteries??

Just a single deep cycle battery is more than enough for even a winch, stereo, and off road lights all on at the same time.

 

I tried a deep cycle battery as a main battery and it didn't last in the winter months.
So i want dual batteries as they have always performed in previous vehicles.
I just need to figure out how to squeeze a second battery under the hood.

 

probly have to relocate the bats and put them in batery boxes.

 

You might be able to relocate and replace the coolant overflow tank and the wiper fluid tanks. This combined with a modified intake box might make enough room under-hood. Also, no cruise unit on the passenger fender opens up some space too.

Other than major moving of stuff, I've never seen duals in a 98+ ranger. Have you considered mounting the extra battery in the bed? Optima blue tops are 900cca@0F.

 

why wouldnt a deep cycle battery perform in winter? what the heck are you doing that requires dual batteries? as a mechanic i know there is no reason a good quality battery like an optima cant support anything you are doing with a ranger

 

I have a second battery in my truck. I did it the stupid way and just put it in the cab.

 

yep that is stupid

 

just get an optima battery...and our trucks arent set up to run a 2nd battery...at least to my knowledge anyway

 

ur second bat is for your stereo no?



just because a rig isnt set up for duel bats doesnt mean anything. most vehicles are set up for one at it. ive considered it, but with a red top im doing ok. i may bump up to an expo alt but thats probly about it

 

Indeed it is.