No I used the 6 volt Batt. because I Found the 6 volt Pump At a swapmeet for $ 5 bucks otherwize I would have used the 12 volt it will have plenty of juice to do it all . I have a toggle switch for my pump on the side and The post are wired directly to my 12 volt batt. ther 1/4 20 bolts they stick out far enough to get your alligator clips on it from your batt. charger [sm=lol.gif]