Warn XD9000i with carrier | planning to run power to front and back

[Metrocruiser]

Hello All,

Going to be installing a winch on a 78 Bronco. The rear run will be about 17 feet.
I have a question regarding DC voltage and amps running through a 2 gauge cable running from the battery to the rear bumper and then terminated in one of these singlepole trailer connectors.
I plan to attach this male end onto the winch +/- and one on a extension that could be used as a jumper or extension to run the portable winch on another vehicle.

The xd9000i says that it can go up to 478amps. Will this set up I am planning be enough to avoid melting?
The Pollak stuff is rated up to 300 amps and will only fit up to 2 ga. Honestly I would like to go with 1 ga if I could find the correct connectors. I am not fond of the warn plastic connectors and they are only rated up to 175amps.


Thanks for your thoughts.

 

[I Leak Oil]

Go with 00 welding cable. Look around at sites that sell electric fork truck parts for QD's.

 

[Thirty-Nine]

Warn does make Quick Connect wiring for the rear of a vehicle, too if that's an option.

http://www.warn.com/truck/accessories/quick_connect_all.shtml

 

[SiliconTi]

You'll need something bigger, if not for the current required, but to prevent voltage drop. Warn kit is probably the way to go.

 

[jeffjeeptj]

I am sure Warn knows their business. But, i like bigger cable as stated above, for long runs. Anderson powerpoles are available in 350 amp size, with contacts/crimps for large cable. I have a 350 anderson on my rear bumper, ready to go. Right now, I use it for charging the battery in my trailer.

I am planning to add a multi-mount bracket, so I'll be adding some wiring, like you.

 

[Metrocruiser]

Hey guys,

Thanks for your feedback.


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