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Old 08-06-2017, 06:35 AM   #1
stormboy
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City: Tasmania
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AC 8kw Alternator......on a Gardner 6L3B

Hi Everyone,

maybe you can help me out..

I have the chance to fit a 8kw AC alternator thats in good shape, to
my 6L3B Gardner

We have a 65' retired charter boat with a huge flat roof deck, thus plenty of solar power and a 3000ah battery bank to handle our modest lighting, washer, microwave etc needs, but occasionally the
big water 2kw pump needs to be started, and I also, would like the option to run a couple of portable ac units whilst at sea.

I don't really want to buy a new diesel generator for this kind
of sporadic use.

I don't want to spend $6k on a super powerful inverter.

What I would appreciate is your opinions on ( Ive changed my approach, and now inform people that "I don't give advice, but I can offer an opinion", its just easier on all concerned.....)
are the following:
-Is it worth the trouble? The unit is costing $600 with a warranty.
-Loss of power ?
-Are there any issues to watch out for?
-What are the best ways to disconnect the unit ( elec clutch etc) when
not required.
-I have plenty of room around the Gardner, is there a preferred
method to fit it, thats better, ie: direct drive, 1,2,or3 belts, ?

The unit was previously fitted to another Gardner 6LX

Cheers

Stormboy
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