Battery Setup

[russ81]

I am wondering what would be the best set up for the bow mount electric should I run 1 or 2 batteries and what size and type also im after recommendations for a battery charger

your input is much appreciated

Russ

[BaitThrower]

What size bow mount? How many lbs thrust?
If 54lb or less, a good deep cycle 120Ah 12v battery should suffice for a day's use.

Here are a couple reviews of interest for battery and charger options:
http://onlinetoolreviews.com/genrevi...mpTechD87L.htm
http://onlinetoolreviews.com/genrevi...ectaIC1216.htm

[russ81]

Hey mate

its a 54lb jarvis watersnake

[Blackened]

G'day

I know the 54lb watersnake draws 48A @ full thrust, I have the transom model and run it off of a 130 a/h battery.

I get up to 4 hours out of it safely with no other charging from engine or anything else.

Dave

[russ81]

So i may be looking at a duel batt setup to ensure i can safely go all day

[Blackened]

G'day

Do you have a battery world nearby? They're full of the good oil

Dave

[russ81]

Hey mate
ill have a look im sure there is one around here somewhere

Cheers Russ

[Silent Assassin]

Hey russ, after asking the same question around myself to many I've found that the way to go is to locate your nearest wholesale battery distributer and put the question to them.

I've got a 54lb Motorguide and was TOLD to get dual set up with the battery at the front of the boat, as if it was at the back it would lose power over the 4m distance.

My main man down at the battery warehouse said that is fine if want to spend hundreds! No need to spend, get a quality battery (130amp Exide sealed bout $130) i consistantly flog mine for up to 6-8hrs/day and then chuck it on the charge to top it back up during the week whilst i'm unfortunately working to support my habit

Hope this helps mate.