Recent content by Cycle-Sailor

Can u advise me if it makes sense to splice to magneto/alternator wire, pre-onboard voltage regulator for a few minutes of topping off the second battery? I have a switch that can be used to engage the alternator and disengage it. I am not concerned with overcharging the Lithium Iron bat.

I don’t suppose I will be lucky enough that factory pot settings (13.2 high/12.8 low voltage disconnect) are already set on the module. My old meter seems to have suffered the effects of too long in the “salt life” and forgotten battery installed.

Steve, can u supply power to the Controller Module by connecting directly to the positive (engine bat) battery post and make a separate ground connection to the engine block? I don't see easy access to the stator/magneto. It seems like one would need to pick up charging power before the...

Thanks, just what I was hoping for Steve. I actually thought about a solar panel for a bass boat (previous dreaming) and recall reading about charge controllers. I think u gave me just enough details (in the right direction) to let me believe it can work and I will get it done in the end. BTW...

Back under new name. Couldn't log in w/Psycho Sailor or get reset email. I need to know if I am wasting my time trying to charge two different types of batteries (I gel cell and my new Lithium Iron (LiFePO4) 35Ah. I would get a Perko marine "make before switch" but if this won't work?? Anyone...