Honda 1000 with TrueAm Isolator – Fuse box and switch panel installation Video

This video provides a detailed walkthrough of a dual battery and switch plate installation on a Honda Pioneer 1000-5, focusing on managing power for various off-road accessories.

Dual Battery Configuration
Isolator Setup: The installer uses a “True” smart battery isolator to connect the factory battery to a secondary unit. The isolator manages charging, ensuring the starting battery is prioritized.

Battery Choice: A budget-friendly secondary battery was chosen as a cost-effective alternative to high-end models, with the rationale that it could be replaced multiple times for the price of one premium battery.

Wiring: The positive cable runs from the factory battery to the isolator and then to the secondary battery’s positive terminal [01:01]. A Stinger relay is used to power the auxiliary fuse box.

Fuse Box and Relay
Jumper Fuse: Instead of tapping directly into the factory wiring, a “jumper fuse” was used to tie the Stinger relay into the auxiliary fuse circuit, simplifying the installation process.

Accessory Fuse Box: A waterproof fuse box from Amazon was installed to centralize all accessory power and grounds, providing a clean and protected point for electrical connections.

Switch Plate and Monitoring
Custom Plate: A P3R switch plate with integrated cup holders was installed, though the creator noted the material was somewhat thin and required extra work to fit the switches cleanly.

Switch Functions: The panel is set up to control a stereo, rock lights, and whip lights, with future capacity for a light bar and winch

Voltage Monitoring: Instead of a USB charger, a dual voltage meter was installed to monitor both the main and auxiliary batteries simultaneously

Installation Tips
Tools: The creator highly recommends using a high-quality crimper for secure wire connections to avoid electrical failures on the trail

Isolator Feature: The isolator includes a wire that can be connected to the ignition starter circuit to disable the isolator during cranking, though the specific connection point on the Pioneer 1000 was not identified in the video.