[Vwdiesel] Auxiliary Battery

[Roger Brown]

Kevin Jack wrote:
> I am new to the list, and I own a 1992 Volkswagen Jetta Turbo Diesel.
>
> I am wondering if anyone (most likely in Canada) has any ideas on how to improve cold starts (sub -10C).
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> I live in the city and will not be able to plug it in. If I dont find a solution, I will be forced to store the car for the winter.
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> One idea I had was to add an auxiliary battery with a solenoid switch between it and the main battery. This battery would only be needed for cold starts.
> Like this one: http://www.geocities.com/george_tlc/auxbat/switch.jpg
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> The only concern I have is trying to keep both batteries charged. I think charging them simultaneously is out of the question due to the stress put on the alternator. I dont want to upgrade the alternator.
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> Has anyone done this or have any ideas on if and how it could work best.

I run dual batteries in my 4x4, works well, no problems charging.
	http://4crawler.cruiserpages.com/4x4/CheapTricks/DualBatteries.shtml

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    Roger