Ballast Build - 2008 Enzo SV 240 - It Begins

[chadr 328]

I am officially tired of my sprinkler valve system that Centurion has installed in my Enzo. Have been working on my schematics on what I am thinking of doing. The different colors are just for reference so I know what lines go where.

I am planning on using the power that feeds the sprinkler valves to run my manifold system. I am also going to switch out my current switches for 7 terminal switches so my Jabsco pumps will pump in reverse.

I currently have one Enzo sac and am going to swap it to the starboard side for when Dura comes down for a pull! Going to order a custom Enzo sac for the Port.

Anyone that has any input can chime in. Probably going to order the valves tomorrow. Ordered the 7 terminal switches already.

[chadr 328]

Here are the valves I am getting. Pricy but they should fit my application well!Range is from 9 to 36 volts AC/DC. CR2-02 is what the wiring diagram shows.

Edited May 1, 2015 by chadr

[chadr 328]

Wiring diagram. Closes when power shuts off.

[Rhale 80]

chad,

 

am I assuming correctly that the Jabsco pumps will activate at the same time as the ball valves or will they operate off a separate switch?

[chadr 328]

The same switch will activate the valves just like they do with the original set up! The valves draw 0.5 amps. Should be able to use the same wiring as the original sprinkler valves. The wires are already back where I think they will fit also.

Edited May 1, 2015 by chadr

[volzalum 280]

If you are using valves and multiple fill pumps, I would use relays to control the pumps. They will give you a much better control without putting as much stress on the switches.

[chadr 328]

If you are using valves and multiple fill pumps, I would use relays to control the pumps. They will give you a much better control without putting as much stress on the switches.

Good thought! Learning as I go so any help is greatly appreciated.

[DarksideR 1,679]

All looks good, but how will you use the aux. fill hose if when you start a pump it opens one the valves? Will the aux. line have a dedicated switch? And do you throw two switches for filling with two pumps to one bag?

[chadr 328]

Do relays already exist in the system?

[chadr 328]

All looks good, but how will you use the aux. fill hose if when you start a pump it opens one the valves? Will the aux. line have a dedicated switch? And do you throw two switches for filling with two pumps to one bag?

Aux lines will run off of the Bow sac tube. Manual operation on both ends. I will just turn the pic valve to divert when in Bow fill mode.

[volzalum 280]

Chad, you want something similar to this:

 

http://www.amazon.com/Pack-Relay-Harness-Bosch-Style/dp/B007M47SW0/ref=sr_1_9?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1430514998&sr=1-9&keywords=Relay

 

You would want 1 relay per fill pump.

And just get another switch and valve for your aux line. Then nothing manual needed.

The relay would be energized by each switch to open the circuit to pass a fused 12V from battery or junction box to each pump.

[chadr 328]

Looking for reviews on the Wakemakers brand custom Enzo sacs. Called and talked to Brian and he stated they use the same machine as Fly High but they also can engineer angles and custom fit dimensions. You draw it up and they can verify it and make it.

I just wonder about quality. Have a hard time saying I want to have a leak spring on a 2000 lb sack back there because I tried out the new guys.

[chadr 328]

Here is my switch tree. Corsa on top. Starboard on 2nd and 3rd. Bow in middle. Port on 4th and 5th. Bottom is my LED spotlight on the tower.

Everything is full unless I relocated something which I guess I could.

[volzalum 280]

Chad, if you use relays, you only need 1 switch per starboard and port each. As I understand your setup, you have 3 sacs total. With relays you need 1 switch per sac. The relays control the pumps.

[RhuntIII 555]

Nice work. Keep the pics coming.

[BenHolloway 29]

http://www.amazon.com/HELLA-H84988007-4-Way-Relay-Packaged/dp/B000VUEDXY

 

For super sano relay installs...

[chadr 328]

Chad, if you use relays, you only need 1 switch per starboard and port each. As I understand your setup, you have 3 sacs total. With relays you need 1 switch per sac. The relays control the pumps.

Like!!!!!!!

[chadr 328]

http://www.amazon.com/HELLA-H84988007-4-Way-Relay-Packaged/dp/B000VUEDXY

 

For super sano relay installs...

Good find! Any help on a wiring diagram? How many will I need?

[volzalum 280]

Here was my 2007 setup

 

[chadr 328]

Here was my 2007 setup

Wow! This just got a lot more technical! LOL