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  1. southofvictor

    Victron Lynx Distributors - are they worth it?

    Has anyone used Victron Lynx Distributors? I’m laying out new charge and load busses for our new batteries/alternator/solar and they were recommended to me. They seem as if they could take up less space than building my own fused positive bus bars, but that the way that they integrate the...
  2. Phasing in a New 12V DC System

    E32-3 Phasing in a New 12V DC System

    Preface When considering a leak in a sailboat's diesel tank, the first step is to rebuild the core of the 12V DC system. Wait... did I already lose you? You might be familiar with the urge to chain projects together. When you remove the diesel tank on some of our boats, the primary 1/0 AWG...
  3. Dagny

    ***Converting 32-2 from Diesel to ALL ELECTRIC?***

    Wondering if anyone has converted their Ericson (or other sailboat, for that matter) from Gas/Diesel to All Electric? Christian Williams and Solarken have commented on this briefly in another thread, but -- as Christian so wisely requested -- it's probably best to start a new thread on this...
  4. Adding Additional House Batteries via the Starter Battery Cable

    E32-3 Adding Additional House Batteries via the Starter Battery Cable

    Summary: If you mount a remote OFF-1-2-ALL (let's call it a OFF-HOUSE-START-ALL) switch to the end of the Starter battery cable, that cable then becomes dual-use for multiple banks. Say, for example, to keep the existing Start battery on the START side of the remote switch and then to add one...
  5. N

    Battery question

    Hello folks- I am new to boat ownership, so apologies if this is obvious. It's not to me, and thread searching turns up an immensity of boat electrical information that makes troubleshooting this appear a bit daunting: Over the past couple of weeks, my AGM batteries have stopped charging to...
  6. Eric Gordon

    Lofrans windlass battery

    Hey gang, Sea Star has a windlass which I have never used in the three years I’ve had the boat, apparently, PO had wired the system to have a third battery up in the v-berth locker. There is no battery there now. Do do you think I should use a deep cycle battery there or would a...
  7. F

    1987/88 E 32-300 Where is the battery charger?

    Still have old lead acid float charge batteries and switching to AGM so need to switch charger settings. Can't find the charger and know there is one on board since a "Statpower 20+" manual came with the boat suggesting a replacement by the previous owner(s). On the assumption the Statpower...
  8. S

    E32-3 battery size

    Currently I have two group 24 batteries in the original battery box with little space to spare. Manual says there should be two 105Ah batteries in there. I do not beleive I can get more than about 80Ah from group 24 meaning the box is supposed to accept larger batteries. Christian mentioned...
  9. M

    No battery for a drill driver

    This should be filed under "Do not try this at home" While installing my solar panel, I realized that I had left my drill driver's 19.2v battery at home. Since home was 1.5 hours away, I tried to just use a screw to bore a hole into the fiberglass, and promptly bore a hole into my finger...
  10. Loren Beach

    Fuse Sizing info

    It seems like questions about batteries, fuses, and wiring concerns occur around here on an ongoing basis. This explanation of fusing is courtesy of a new article by Maine Sail. Link: http://www.sailnet.com/forums/electrical-systems/75552-battery-fuse-sizing-how-what.html The comment about...
  11. Loren Beach

    Lithium Ion battery

    I just followed an article in Yachting Monthly to this announcement on the maker's site: http://www.mastervolt.com/marine/products/li-ion/mli-12-320/ Battery Weight appears to be 121. pounds, translated from Euro Gravity Units. :nerd: I'm afraid to research the price of one! The advertised...
  12. T

    Battery Monitor + Alternator

    Just installed a Victron BMV600 battery monitor and everything is being read except the alternator charge. Per another excellent How To by Maine Sail he describes the install and also touch’s on my dilemma- “Keep in mind that many marine alternators are case grounded and thus the system...
  13. L

    Adding A Starting Battery

    I'm almost done with my Frigoboat install and my next step is to add a starting battery so I can wire my existing two batteries in parallel to increase my house bank capacity. I've read Nigel Calder's book as well as all of the excellent articles on the Blue Sea web site. But before charging...
  14. Lucky Dog

    Battery Monitors

    Some what off course... but figure there would be lots of suggestions? Even though it is -7c outside we are thinking of the spring. In Minnesota we have solar powered regatta fro schools. Trying to have some fun and learn about solar power. We also host the largest high mileage vehicle(?)...
  15. J

    Battery switch knob??

    Hi all, Does anyone know where to pick up a replacement battery switch knob (the red one, that switches between 1, 2, both, and off) for the electric panel (in this case, for a 1984 E28)? I just took over a new boat, and this knob vanished somewhere in the past, and I don't want to be stuck...
  16. Loren Beach

    "VRLA" Battery failure story

    I am not sure if this type of battery is common for boat usage, but did find the story interesting. The person posting the story seems to be comparing the failure to AGM batteries, but I am not at all sure that the technology is closely related. I know that there are a number of battery wizards...
  17. A

    second battery bank

    hi all i would like to put a second battery bank on my 74 35 II. where has everybody put there second bank. ??? thanks greg dalliance 74 35II # 325 wilmington,ca
  18. S

    Battery Charger Wiring

    I need some insight here. My '89 Ericson 32 came with two type 24 batteries connected by a Off/1/All/2 (Perko) battery switch . I have a Newmar ABC 12-15 two bank charger with the output (+/-) for each bank going directly to each battery - bank 1 output to battery 1 etc. When the battery...
  19. D

    Battery Switch E29 Atomic 4

    1. Can anyone verify whether or not you can switch batteries while the engine is running? I have a placard on my recently acquired boat that states "do not change batteries while engine is running". On a previous boat I used to start the engine with battery #1 and then switch to "both" so that...
  20. Loren Beach

    Battery Fusing Option

    We are indebted to MaineSail for this referenced thread. Having recently added some inline fuses to every smaller wire to my batteries, I find this quite a tidy solution. (I was fusing the sense wires to my panel volt meter and also the incoming leads from the shorepower charger.)...
  21. C

    Battery Charger Advice

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  22. T

    Save a Battery

    I was on an automotive sight and saw a link for this product, Save a Battery, specifically model #1702. Link is - www.saveabattery.com I wonder if it's got any use on our boats for testing or is something else out there that could take it's place. It even says it can desulphinate a battery...
  23. F

    Any thoughts on results of my battery test?

    Hi, I have two 86 amp group 27 gel cell deep cycle batteries wired in parallel for the house battery and one group 24 wet cell deep cycle for our starting battery. I have a Heart Freedom 1000 Link 10 inverter/charger, and when cruising for a weekend or a week at a time, use about 98 amps per...
  24. davisr

    xantrex linklite battery monitor

    Just wondering if anyone has had any experience with the xantrex linklite. I'm interested in using it to monitor the charge on a 225 ah bank of 6v Trojan T-105 batteries. Thanks, Roscoe PRODUCT INFORMATION LinkLITE Battery Monitor Battery Status At A Glance The LinkLITE battery monitor...
  25. davisr

    battery compartment ventilation

    I'm thinking of using my starboard side cockpit locker as a compartment for two 6V golf-cart batteries wired in a series. Knowing that these flooded cells will release hydrogen during charging, I want to provide some passive ventilation for this locker so as to avoid the build up of this...
  26. G

    E35/3 New battery placement

    Hi All, I've been waiting for our two group 31 / 12 volt house bank batteries to die so I can replace them with four 6 volt golf carts. They did just that on our holiday this summer. My problem is where to put them. The only place I can think of converting is the small space under the...
  27. jreddington

    AGM West Marine Battery Experience

    I'm looking at a battery replacement for my '84 E-28. Current bank are (2)Group 27 flooded dual purpose batteries. At least one seems to have trouble keeping charge and it's date is 2003. West Marine has Group 27 AGMs on sale for $200. Anybody have experiences (good or bad) with these...
  28. D

    E38 Battery Replacement - deep cycle or dual purpose?

    Hello - I was hoping to tap the forum again for a little guidance. I've decided to replace the 3- group 31 batteries on Magellanes this spring... boat is wired with a house bank (2 batteries) and a separate switch for the engine battery. All 3 can be paralleled together. The batteries on the...
  29. Akavishon

    battery question (again)

    I think I read all battery/charger related threads I could find, but still - nothing beats double checking with you experienced guys before making a move: My E32 battery box (under the quarterberth) currently holds two Group24 batteries, both wet cell, Trojan 'starter' type. One of them died...
  30. boethius27

    New battery bank on a 35-2

    Currently our 35-2 only has 2 dual purpose batteries, located under the quarterberth. These are barely enough to get us through a weekend at the islands. Or at the least, I don't feel safe using just these two for anything much longer than that. I've come across a good deal on 4 Trojan 6...
  31. Loren Beach

    DIY Battery Cable article

    http://forums.oday.sailboatowners.com/showthread.php?t=105674&styleid=1 Link to an illustrated web article on making your own battery cables with proper terminals. LB
  32. Rocinante33

    Battery switch

    I'm planning to make some changes to my battery system. We currently have two group 27 deep cycle batteries wired as seperate banks. I want to combine the two into one large house bank, then add another small (group 24?) starter battery under the quarterberth. I will add a Xantrex Echocharger to...
  33. C

    Start Battery

    The current House Batteries are (2) 6V 140AH isolated with (3) Battery Switches (1-House / 1-Start / 1-Combiner). The Start Battery is (1) 12V 80AH. Never connect the House and Start Systems other than with an Auto Relay that sends Charger/Alternator to Start Battery first on discharge. Need to...
  34. Sven

    Battery selector and charging

    In anticipation of getting back down to the boat this weekend and tackling the alternator question I've been reading the 12-volt bible for boats. One thing that surprises me is that he seems to imply that the battery selector has to be set to "both" for both batteries to charge. Looking at...
  35. ragamuffin

    New Electrical and Battery system for E27

    Since the end of the season is closing in I am getting ready for another fall+spring project. This year electrical. My E27 has an older system that I want to upgrade. Any E27 owners have any suggestions. I am thinking of starting with a Add a Battery system from Blue seas run new wire, then add...
  36. B

    E/30+ battery charger

    Hi, 30+ owners. What are you guys using for a battery charger, and where is it mounted? My boat came with a GUEST 10 amp charger, mounted under the chart table and plugged in to the outlet next to the chart table. This isn't the best arrangement, as the charger must be unplugged to open the...
  37. D

    87 E-35-3 Battery switch diagram

    :confused:Does anyone have a wiring diagram for the Perko Battery switch? Despite having my manual, I'm not clear of the "OFF" selection function of the switch. I still have lights and function on my Breaker panel. Thanks, Del Warne s/v Obligatto
  38. L

    Marina induced battery switch failure...

    As a proud owner of a 1983 30+ I have benefited greatly from the advice and information on this forum. I wanted to begin by thanking all contributors for helping me get to know my boat. Corsario is in great shape for her age and we have been restoring her and having a great time sailing...
  39. R

    Battery Boxes

    Capt'ns I want to bld a new battery box for my E-29. It has a FG box now aft of the engine. Its small. I like to run 2 house and 1 start. I placed a 27 in the starboard locker but it should be vented etc. I remember someone sending me E29 pics, when I was dealing with the...
  40. R

    E28 12volt Panel Battery Switch

    The black plastic knob on the panel that selects Batt 1 or Batt 2 or both batteries has disintegrated. I tried Custom Marine Services but they can't help so I am currently resigned to turning the protruding switch spigot with a pair of pliars. Anyone know where I can get a replacement, please? I...
  41. K

    New Battery time

    It is time to replace my house battery (29). I have been told that it may be a good idea to go with two 6 volt golf cart bats. Thus providing more amp hours? I currently have two 29's, one for house, the other for starting. The largest demand is in the summer for the house with the refer...
  42. G

    Battery switch during shore charging?

    I was wondering if I need to have the master DC battery switch on "ALL" or "OFF" when hooked up to shore power and charging. The Newmar charger leads go directly to the batteries (it even says right on the case to do this) so I wouldn't think it matters where the switch is. I Googled it and...
  43. F

    E28 Battery thoughts and challenges

    Ok so I started working out my new battery plan to replace the old car batteries in our new to us E28. Seems the very tidy battery compartment in the E28 is just a hair short for Group 27 batteries - max length is right around 11inches- max width is 8 inches and max hight is about 10inches...
  44. G

    battery charger wiring

    According to my diving service (whom I am not convinced is truthful) I am going through one shaft zinc a month. They never leave the remnants behind so I can't verify and I refuse to hop in the nasty water of Marina Del Rey. BUT, I would not be surprised if I had stray current so I'm inspecting...
  45. M

    e-25 Outboard Battery Cable...route to battery box?

    I have on my e-25, an older 7.5 hp Merc with electric start and an alternator so that batteries charge when the motor runs. Access to my battery box is in the cabin, under the steps. My portable gas tank is located in the gas locker (in the cockpit starboard-side storage box) with the fuel...
  46. Mark F

    charging a dead battery

    Does anyone know if you can charge a dead battery with a small 5 amp charger? Thanks
  47. Shadowfax

    Battery Problem

    I have 3 Rolls group 27 batteries that I use as the house bank. The batteries are charged by a Xantrex “smart” charger and I have a Link 10 monitor. These batteries where fully charged and topped off in the fall when I put the boat away I’m still on the hard and have been charging the...
  48. EGregerson

    Battery charger E34

    I picked up a charger that i plan to mount near the battery compartment. I found a cable led from the panel back thru the lazeratte; looks like it's pre-wired ok, but I'd like to know exactly where the factory mounted their chargers; (ie where's the hole drilled?) does anyone have a photo of...
  49. E

    Battery charger

    Since I know that there are a few very knowlegable electrical types on this list, what charger would you reccomend for my friend who has a battery bank of 4-Grp 31's totalling 500 amps. Also 1-grp 27 for starting. Battery charging is a problem over the winter when the boat is on the hard. He...
  50. J

    Battery life and charging.

    All Having read all the threads on battery life can I assume the following: 1. I should not discharge my batteries below 50%-ever? 2. May I assume, since my boat sits in a slip attached to shore power, that the constant trickle charge will not reduce the effective life? My quest...
  51. T

    Boiled starter battery

    Our Ericson 34 has two house batteries and a separate isolated starter battery. The starter battery is relatively new -3yrs old top of the line 27 series - and she would not start the diesel last week unless plugged in to shore power. She showed 12.32 volts, terminals were clean, cables were...
  52. D

    Starting vs. Deep Cycle Battery

    My batteries need replacing, and I'm considering using a Deep Cycle battery for the house battery, and one of those combination deep cycle/starting batteries for the engine battery. I charge off the engine, and use a battery combiner. Thought I'd throw this out to the electrical gurus and...
  53. D

    2 Bank Battery Chargers, and a Combiner

    Hi There All - My Not Mechanically Gifted Question of the Week is this... I have something called a Battery Combiner hooked up to my batteries. This thing is supposed to equalize the charge from the alternator when the engine is running and charging the batteries (I think). So each battery...
  54. Chris Miller

    Tach question (and a battery question too!)

    As is pretty obvious most of the time, I don't have a huge mechacanical base of knowledge--- so excuse if these are dumb questions: 1. My tachometer's range has diminished to the point that it's time to fix the issue. It starts out at about 800rpm and never goes above 1200 rpm- even when I...
  55. Mikebat

    House upgrade to 6V golf cart battery

    Now that I have gone over my electrical system to find the loose ground in that other thread, and learned about battery types and charging systems in the process, I am stoked about having some specific ideas about upgrading my electrical system to support what I want to do. Check this out...
  56. Mikebat

    Location of battery charger on E32-200?

    I can't find my battery charger. It isn't in the engine compartment and it isn't behind the electrical panel. The batteries are located under the foot of the bunk in the aft cabin. Outboard to port of the battery compartment is a void with no access opening. Inside the battery compartment is...
  57. Loren Beach

    New Battery Switch Panel mounting ?

    I have purchased a new Blue Seas (part number 8080) panel. Plan is to replace the old 1-2-all rotary switch that Ericson installed in '88. On our particular boat the original switch was recessed into the side of the teak bulkhead right beside the engine. This puts it low and just inside the...
  58. L

    Battery Switch

    Where can I find a battery switch/panel for an Ericson 30 Plus, 1984? I cannot turn the switch anymore.
  59. G

    Battery Replacement

    My batteries (2 each) were relatively new when I purchased my E28 four years ago. When the boat isn't under sail, I have them on a 110v charger. The batteries are the "dual purpose" style from West Marine. What is the expected battery life under these conditions? If I replace them, should...
  60. J

    E27 Location Battery Banks

    My 1976 E27 has 2 - 6volt batteries in series, which has worked very well thus far. However, I want to have a second bank for house power. I may replace these batteries, which are now several years old, with two deep cycle 12 volts, size 24 or 27. This is an outboard model, with fuel tank...
  61. T

    Battery Monitors

    Anyone have recommendations for these? I am a big fan of Xantrex stuff and an bidding on a link 10 on Ebay now but I know they are not making it any more and they now have a unit called the XBM. I dont have an inverter but was still considering the Link 1000 or 2000 units. I dont really need to...
  62. Chris Miller

    Refrigeration and battery consumption

    We have an older Adler-Barbour condenser unit with a Waeco compressor and I was wondering if anyone had any ideas for reducing energy consumption from it (other than the obvious turn it down and don't open it stuff)? I'm increasing overall amp hours by changing from single house battery to a 2...
  63. S

    '74 E27 1000cc Engine Starter Battery

    I have a Palmer P60 gas engine (60 Cu. in., 6.5:1 compression,22HP @ 3000rpm) on my 1974 E27. Due to space limitations I am wanting to add an additional starter battery of a smaller size. I already have 2 house batteries for backup. Looking at the P60 engine manual I see a no load requirement of...
  64. S

    Two Battery wiring

    Hello, Thanks for being out there for us newbies. I have a wife, she has a boat. Therefore, I am in need of help. This is the second season we have owned a 1973 E27. The previous owner used one battery. We have been told that it would be a better idea to use two batteries, just in...
  65. Loren Beach

    Battery upgrade project

    There seems to be an on-going Ericson discussion of battery upgrades or changes. Here is a picture of the main change I made to our Olson. The original set-up from the factory was a pair of group 24 12-volt batteries mounted under the bottom step, in a molded-in pan in front of the engine. I...
  66. G

    Battery Maintenance

    My 1988 E28 has two relatively new dual purpose batteries. I've been reading about on-board chargers, such as the Guest 2614. Their literature implies longer battery life with full time 110V charging. Any thoughts?
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