500 amp alltrax installation

[ArmyVetSgtAdkins]

Here is how I installed mine..I used self tapping screws and it wasn't to bad to mount it to the heat sink

[Stevec3201]

Originally Posted by ArmyVetSgtAdkins

Here is how I installed mine..I used self tapping screws and it wasn't to bad to mount it to the heat sink

Army,
Where is your resisitor on the big lugs of the solenoid?

[ArmyVetSgtAdkins]

It'd hard to see it but it is wrapped around the backside

[7CLUB]

Originally Posted by scottyb

Are you sure Alltrax recommends covering their controller? Call Alltrax or your supplier for more information on heat dissipation pertaining to your model.

Heat is the biggest killer of electronics. The unit you have is water resistant.

WOW, that's a kazillion dollar comment right there! I've just finished completely repositioning my controller and solenoid because I couldn't cover it. (concerned about water getting to it when washing, etc.) Knowing it's water "resistant" is good knowledge Scottyb! I thought water would be the biggest killer.

FYI, I initially mounted mine upright similar to the original OEM equipment and the wiring harness was quite tall and the main harness seemed stressed on the controller connection. I didn't like that.
So what I just finished doing is taking it all out, turning the 500amp Alltrax horizontally along the bottom of the mounting plate and mounting the solenoid on above the controller. Except for a few minor issues, it fit much better and looks much nicer as well. All of this was just so I could get that OEM cover back on!!! But after Scottyb said maybe covering it isn't such a great idea I'm thinking maybe I just keep it off. It still seems like a better set up. I can take a pick if anyone needs it.

7CLUB

[jlmurphy]

thanks for all the replys. just got through with honey does and back on my timehope to have running tomorrow.