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Pelfreybilt Group 31 Battery Cage - Any Interest?

Discussion in 'General Tundra Discussion' started by pelfreybilt, May 9, 2018.

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Are you interested in a Group 31 Battery Cage for your Tundra?

  1. YES

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  2. NO

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  1. May 9, 2018 at 8:49 AM
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    pelfreybilt

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    At Pelfreybilt Off-Road we make Stainless Steel, Group 31 Battery Cages for the 05+ Toyota Tacoma, 03+ 4Runner, 08-14 FJ Cruiser and 03-09 Lexus 470. We are considering making the same for the Toyota Tundra and want to know if there would be interest.

    This would allow you to mount a larger group 31 battery in the factory location. Gone are the days where dual batteries are a must have! These Group 31 batteries average 1150 CCA and a 205 minute capacity, as well as outperform some dual battery setups, without the dual battery cost and installation. Dual posts allow for easier installation of your aftermarket leads. For people with a large amount of aftermarket accessories, lighting, stereos and winches, these batteries are a must.

    Details:
    - Works with most Group 31 batteries
    - Stainless Steel
    - No drilling or modifications required
    - All hardware included

    Post up your thoughts! We will let everyone know if this idea turns into a production item :D

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  2. May 9, 2018 at 9:07 AM
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    I would definitely consider this. My Odyssey Batteries 34R-PC1500T (https://amzn.to/2wxhnlw) has only died on me once (ie. due to my own error by leaving electrical mods on) but I wouldn't mind going to something bigger without having to run two in the engine bay.
     
  3. May 9, 2018 at 9:37 AM
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    good idea :)
     
  5. May 9, 2018 at 11:08 AM
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  6. May 10, 2018 at 8:35 AM
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    Thanks everyone!
     
  7. May 10, 2018 at 9:18 AM
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    Wood definitely be interested. Even without a need for a bigger battery i can see a huge benefit of this just due to ease of getting the battery in and out
     
  8. May 10, 2018 at 10:54 AM
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    I’m interested also. Been accumulating information on dual set ups and have not yet pulled the trigger because I don’t like any of them completely. This could be that solution I’ve been looking for.
     
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  9. May 10, 2018 at 12:01 PM
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    This would definitely be cheaper than the dual battery setup. Lighter weight too! We will keep everyone in the loop
     
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  10. May 10, 2018 at 2:04 PM
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    Interested!
     
  11. May 10, 2018 at 2:38 PM
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    I’m to the point of replacing my factory battery. This would only make sense.

    So yes, I’m interested.
     
  12. May 10, 2018 at 5:29 PM
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    But will it support my margarita addiction?
     
  13. May 10, 2018 at 8:09 PM
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  14. May 11, 2018 at 10:22 AM
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    More power = more time running your frozen margarita mixer :proposetoast:
     
  15. May 11, 2018 at 10:36 AM
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    The only thing this might make interesting is, for those of us with a supercharger, moving around some of the coolant hoses that are near the battery location. With group 31 batteries being wider (longer?), they'll stick out past the wheel well shelf and toward the engine more where some of the hoses are. I'm still definitely interested though and would buy a cage early; I can figure out the hoses later.
     
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  16. May 11, 2018 at 10:49 AM
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    That is something we will keep in mind. We will make sure it's tested on multiple models so that any clearance issues are addressed appropriately.

    -Pelfreybilt
    www.pelfreybilt.com
     
  17. May 11, 2018 at 10:53 AM
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    Jesus! Your spending money! Can I have some?
     
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  18. May 11, 2018 at 3:12 PM
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    Lol no!!!!!! Have you sen your truck compared to mine???
     
  19. May 11, 2018 at 4:21 PM
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  20. May 11, 2018 at 6:39 PM
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    I DON'T CARE..... mine came stock AF
     
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  21. May 11, 2018 at 6:41 PM
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    No!
     
  23. May 11, 2018 at 6:44 PM
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    Excuse me!
     
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  24. May 11, 2018 at 8:20 PM
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    I’m not sure how many 12v blender margaritas = 1 dead battery but 2 batteries will double it!
    Besides, don’t you already have a dual battery set up?
     
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    YOU'RE not the boss of me:p:D
     
  26. May 11, 2018 at 8:39 PM
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    Never said I was, u need a chill pill
     
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  27. May 11, 2018 at 9:42 PM
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    For what?
     
  28. May 11, 2018 at 9:44 PM
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  29. May 11, 2018 at 9:47 PM
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    aren't you Mr. Bossy:p
     
  30. May 11, 2018 at 10:30 PM
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    I'd like to see photos of it installed of course, but I'm interested. Not sure how much life is left in the OEM battery but when it goes it'll be time to upgrade.

    The guys in orange can go home now, train's back on track.
     

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