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Why Are Dual Purpose Batteries the Best for Center Console Boats?
Jay,
I am guessing they are recommending two dual purpose batteries for center console boats because they assume you will not be placing a large demand on the battery you use for accessories and a dual purpose will meet the lower amp requirements and still give you good starting. Just make sure you use your A/B switch so you always have a strong starter battery to crank your engine. I can't think of any reason why a marine starter battery and a deep cycle battery separated with an isolator and A/B switch wouldn't be a good choice for a center console, especially if you use a aerator for your fish and bait tank. wrote in message oups.com... I am reading a book called "Powerboater's Guide to Electronic Systems". The book recommends using two dual-purpose batteries if the boat is a center console. A dual purpose battery is supposed to be good for both cranking the motor and serving as a house battery. I am wondering why a dual purpose battery is the best kind for a center console, but not the best for a cruising boat (he recommended a combination of a starting battery and a deep cycle battery for a cruising boat). What are the reasoning behind this? Won't a combination of a starting battery and a separated deep cycle battery is just as good for a center console? My center console is having two dual-purpose batteries just like what the book has recommended. I guess this is good. I just don't know why this is good. Thanks in advance for any info. Jay Chan |
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