On Thu, 15 Apr 2004 21:38:56 GMT, "Douglas St. Clair"
wrote:
What you described makes perfect sense. I printed out your post and took it
out to the boat for comparison. The only difference I found is that the
wire from my alternator is not fused prior to the ammeter. Should I put one
in? If so, what amperage?

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The wire from the alternator should definitely be fused as close to
the alternator as possible, preferably within a foot or two. A fuse
rating equal to alternator maximum output plus 15 or 20% would be
about right.