MTM Zombie Ammo Can Battery Box. 3 Batteries~Family Size
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- čas přidán 24. 08. 2024
- Really fun build... When I first saw this can I took the specs and thought man I could stuff 3 or 4 batteries in it.. Lots of room, cool fun battery box for camping.. This build was around $200 and hours of enjoyment in designing as I went along...Charges 6 USB, 3 12V Cigarette Lighter, Battery Meter, Head Lights, Top Mounted Flasher, 12V Terminal Posts, Internal Fuse Block. Solar Capable.
I made a couple of those. Mine are a little different. I included anderson power connectors for radio equipment and I connected my voltmeter to a master switch . Nothing has power unless the master switch is turned on. You did nice work, very neat and clean.
Thank you! I just wanted it to look cool, not utilitarian. Andersons are great! They're reusable too I've found, out of necessity, poping out the leads and desoldering and away you go to ready for reuse. It's good fun building stuff like this.
Love your videos! Great builds! Found them while looking for more ideas after I built a simple version, with a twist.
Have all these Li Ion tool batteries layin around, so I figured why not utilize them?!
Now I can just pop a Ridgid battery in there and charge up my devices!
Thank you so much! So nice of you... Thank you for watching!
Awesome build! Very fun box
Thank you... I never thought there would be such interest in these... BTW, the batteries in this box are sitting on 1/8" hobby plywood form fitted to the bottom of the box for added support if you're thinking of building something like it customized to your requirements.
Yes ! I love the creativity i just went for one big battery which left more room for switch panels on the side i was able to leave the lid unmolested for the purpose of rain. It was my first time and worked out by luck haha
I went to college to build computers i have some common knowledge of how things fit together i had all dimensions mapped and drawn before i even ordered materials
You know what John, I'm with ya 100 %. I'm fond of telling people that I'd rather be lucky than smart any day.
My approach is slightly different. I buy stuff that I think is cool and relatively inexpensive... There is a gestation period where I just don't do anything with it... Then bam... The idea comes together. It's like once you get that first opening sentence, the paragraph writes itself.
Thank you for your comments!
Very nice build thank you for the video
Thank you for that! This build was right around $200 spread out over a few months.. We could all afford that right?
nice you have gave me few ideas on making one
Hey Danny, thank you for your comment.... I built these over time and bought parts over time to spread out the expense... Not that there was any particular use in mind, but rather just to relax and make something out of nothing.
Great video and build. You could show and tell me a thousand times how to wire that whole thing up and my mind would still be blown. Working on a much smaller project myself with solar. Thanks
Thank you! Wiring is easy as you'll see on the DIY build videos when I put a fuse block in there.... It's one circuit at a time one on off switch... What I did on the Zombie box was consolidate most of the black ground wires.. Looks more complicated than it is because it's in a compact space.. Anyone can do this.
I built my zombie box with dewalt tstak case and dewalt batteries. I just don’t like dedicated battery which u end up not using for years. I know dewalt battery is not life04. But hey lighter weight and easier to charge with my existing field setup…
Hey Louis that sounds awesome! Send me a picture of your build at thisoldmanchannel@gmail.com. BTW see what you think about the Universal Box. Basically a distribution box with no internal battery. Thanks for watching and commenting!
thanks, but can you detail the method of charging the batteries? Everybody loves to show their box but how to charge them when battery is drain?? thanks
There's a video on how I dealt with charging... You might have to subscribe to see the full list... Thank you for commenting and watching!
Great videos. Im working out what I want to build a box I need. Im considering doing away with the cigarette lighter port - is there anything we use this type of port for anymore??
I put them in because of older vintage electronics like hand held CB radios. Since my days of building radio controlled cars and boats I became a huge fan of of Anderson Powerpole Connectors... They're great for quick easy connections and a favorite of amateur radio enthusiasts. Also look at the SAE connectors... A CZcams commenter suggested it and I Installed one on my MTM Mini Ammo Can Battery Box. Go lithium, they're lighter and can provide a longer run time than gel cells.
As far as I can see you have auxiliary plugs thin copper brass or steel body with a plastic disc to hold the positive conector a cigarette lighter plug has a solid steel barrel and a ceramic disc designed for the higher heat of a cigarette lighter al
Understood, the term cigarette lighter plug is somewhat ubiquitous for this style of connector. An actual lighter plug is an entirety different construct as you pointed out.. You are very astute observer Sir.... Thank you for commenting. Thank you for watching.
Hey Old Man, (catchy channel name - like it), fellow old man here, LOL. Was wondering, I have just discovered the world of these power boxes, etc. Was wondering, do you ever add a list of items used in your video descriptions? Would be a nice addition. Just a thought. You sure do take the time to dress things up. Pretty cool stuff. Thanks for the cool vidz.
Hey, there, thank you for commenting! I made quite a few of these boxes long before making CZcams videos. Since there was such interest, I made very lengthy DIY videos and took the time to explain everything and what I was using...
You're not the first to ask for a parts list... Maybe I'll include one in future videos, but there's one thing in the back of my mind... If I make a 14 minute step by step video and the average view time is 3 minutes, the audience is already missing most of it anyway.
I have 4 7Ah batteries, but do I need battery equalizer? I think they should be balanced, for good recharging.
Got me hanging.. I'm not an expert on batteries or dual voltage systems which is what battery equalizers are for... Thanks for watching man!
nice build!! where did you source the battery box? did you use the 3 of the Power-Sonic PS-1290 Battery's? thanks!
Thank you for your comments.. ... The box, batteries, wiring, angle connectors, etc., were all purchased on eBay. This build cost around $200 approx. I suppose the batteries can be upgraded to lithium ion at some point, but gel cell is still pretty cheap and this thing is great for picnics and other weekend outings as is... Surprisingly handy item and conversation piece.
Hi I know this might be or sound silly but how do you recharge the power box, can you or have you another video on how to wire that part up.
Hi there.. Use an RCA Plug.. Check out the charging video.. Thanks so much for your comments and thank you for watching!
What is the box name and where to hlget it ?
Box is made by MTM in the good Ole USA. It's their 50 cal. Box I believe... You can visit their site and buy direct. Got mine on eBay.. It's called the MTM Zombie and comes with the graphics. Thanks for watching!
if you switched out those batteries for 3 12 7ah LiFePO4 batteries, they would be cheaper, and all three would weigh what one of the lead acid ones weigh, you would only lose 6ah, but I think that the weight savings would more than make up for the los of ah, and if its really an issue, you MIGHT be able to shoehorn in a 4th battery
Absolutely! Once you build and wire the box, swapping out batteries is a breeze... I'll be adding a Dakota Lithium Ion battery to the orange bus and do a step by step wiring video with a 4 gang fuse block... Great comment! Thank you for watching!
I wish I could get some wiring diagram like your build😇
Hi there! Don't use wiring diagram, but you'll just need one for the on off switches that you choose to use. I typically wire the negative first from component to component in a specific circuit and then to the negative block. Positive is wired similarly to the switch and then to the fuse block with a dedicated fuse. DC is pretty simple and there are no relay switches. Very straight forward working with Direct Current.
@@thisoldmanchannel thank you, appreciate the tips,.😇
Yeah, NOOB, the whole idea is to inspire people. Love to see what others are doing. Just gotta be careful and use the right guage wire for the lengths you're running based on the amps you're drawing. One big reason why to use the thickest wire you can, best wire which is silcone jackated wire -60C to 200C, and low amp fuses to keep things safe. Also, make sure those batteries in that box can't move or flop around at all.
What’s the price?
Hmmm... Completed in 2017 or 2018, probably around $130 to $150 tops. Actually I spent a little more as I was designing and building over time so I didn't end up using everything I bought for my second green ammo box which is what you're looking at... The building tips videos cover my very first build and the evolution from there. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Do you charge via your truck/car ? If so how ?
Hey Sal, thank you for your message. In response, just put together a quick video on charging...
There a parts list for this build
No parts list as I built this before I ever got involved with CZcams. Just something that I thought people would be interested in... I'll probably build something more extravagant when the budget will allow it.... Hey, thanks for watching!
@@thisoldmanchannel what gauge wire did you use. I think I git it figured out besides wiring. Last stuff to order
Yes please on the wire guage and what 12v amp did you use..???
Lol.... You said "nipple" Bahaha!!!
Make sure you tell all your friends. Later....
why no li ion? why no 18650? its heavy its weaks not last long pb batteries are not ok for long term use not ok not good li ion 18650 or li pos are best light powerfull long last long last charge try it it will be best
Gel cell meets my needs for right now plus it's cheaper... Wanna do lion, do lion.
@@thisoldmanchannel i am doing li ion good project u have still xD