Is It Possible to Improve Trailer Breakaway Battery Charging, Towed by 2012 Ford F-150

Question:

Between stops my batteries rarely reach full charge. Any way to increase rate of charge?

asked by: Tim C

Expert Reply:

I would make sure that the 12 volt accessory circuit of your trailer's wiring is using 10 gauge wire. Basically the thicker gauge the wire the more current it can carry to your battery charger.

Also, I would make sure the ground of the battery is using a thick gauge wire and is attached to a clean metal surface.

If you need wire we sell 10 gauge wire # 10-1-1 by the foot.

It could also be that you have a weak breakaway battery that just doesn't want to hold a charge.

I attached an FAQ article on breakaway systems for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C