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I installed a galvanic isolator which in effect breaks the green wire
circuit for making this "battery", yet maintains the ground protection. My zincs have not eroded as much since I did this. "Jean Dufour" wrote in message You know that, thru the AC ground lead, all boats plugged into the dock supply are connected together. If you have an aluminum prop and your neighbour, a brass one, you're making a battery together even without problem in the dock wiring. Check if the boats without problems are all equiped with a brass prop (or marine stainless) and if those who have corrosion issues don't. It's just a guess but if so, I don't think the problem is with the dock wiring. Best way to prevent that, in ANY cases, even if no apparent problems are experienced, is not to leave the shore power cord plugged while you're not aboard. If your batteries can't keep their charge during the time you're not there, then it may be time to replace them. Anyway, doing this while the marina checks its wiring should prevent any further problems. Jean Dufour Montreal, Qc |
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