New 8D battery or two 6v golf cart batteries??

Heron · Feb 11, 2015

Thanks Al....Yup, that's the plan. I expect, being on the move between overnights, you're right on the alternator. I was also planning on putting the generator up on the bridge...I have space there, and it will be quiet and unobtrusive when needed..I need to make up a short cord for that set-up.
As you note, it may be more cost effective to upgrade the onboard charger....It's a Charles 15 amp which is great for dockside, but will take some time with Generator assist on the hook....

FlyWright · Feb 11, 2015

I had a 30A 3-bank ProMariner that took forever to charge. I think it was dying a slow death with reduced charging capacity, but I was slow to catch on. Once I added my battery monitor, it became obvious.

I switched to a single bank 55A Iota with a switchable combiner to charge the start battery and it's been great. I would have been able to power the 75A Iota on the Honda, but the engine revs would have been high for my liking. This seems like a good fit for our style of boating.

Is your boat diesel?

Heron · Feb 11, 2015

Yes good plan. I can already see the limitations of my Charger in this scenario. I plan to add A Balmar Smart Gauge so I'll have some better information on how this all works. Yes, Diesel 200 hp Volvo Turbo.

Iota seems quite reasonable price wise. I assume you're happy with it?
Are you using the Iota Smart Charger module with it?

http://www.amazon.com/IOTA-Engineering-Converter-and-Charger/dp/B0030G7YXC

FlyWright · Feb 11, 2015

Yes, the DLS-55 w/ IQ4. It's worked fine for me in 10 months of service. No complaints.

Heron · Feb 11, 2015

FlyWright said:
Yes, the DLS-55 w/ IQ4. It's worked fine for me in 10 months of service. No complaints.

Great info...Thanks!
That points me in a direction that should work...

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