Can you drop in a lithium battery?

[Jonz]

So I'm looking for ways to lighten my truck for gvwr while towing. I've come up with a few ideas but one I can't seems to get a definante answer is if i can remove my heavy agm battery and replace it with a lithium/lifepo4 battery without changing the charger? I know its kinda costly but the weight savings and chances are ill never need a new battery again makes it worth it in my opinion.

 

[Richard320]

Someone who has done it successfully has posted on page 2.

Lithium Battery Upgrade

I’m trying to see if anyone has upgraded to a lithium battery under their hood. I’m going to finish my audio system upgrade and I plan to only run an XS Power lithium battery in place of the stock one. I already upgraded my alternator to a 220 amp factory one and with the battery I’m planning to...

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[Aseras]

I've done it. It works great,

Installed Dual Battery with Redarc Isolator

I admire your dedication. I just think it's easier to have a single battery you can install and lift with one finger.

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18.5lbs VS 53lbs stock AGM.

Stock 53lbs.

 

[Mountain Whiskey]

Wow! That is steep for 45 pounds. I guess a good start would be a stripped bare Tradesman.

 

[IvoryHemi]

So I'm looking for ways to lighten my truck for gvwr while towing

How many lbs over GVWR are you?

 

[sppb32]

Ye3s you can, you can even add one to the factory one, I installed mine behind the back seat what the factory subwoofer location, of course mine is custom made to fit but it's pretty easy, i can delete the front battery now if i want to.