I was hoping I might run across an old
salt that may be able to help a fellow out.
I'm
learning my
electrical system, and come to realize there are a few gaps in my knowledge..possibly a lot more than a few.
I believe, I'm getting 220
shore power, the transformer on the
dock is converting it to 110, my on board transformer is converting it to 12V, which leads to my
electrical box that's allowing a certain amount of amperage per outlets from the individual breakers.
What confuses me, is this
boat used to be a 36V system, where three
batteries were wired together. This may have made some systems on the
boat obsolete, such as the electronic
autopilot.
My question is, I currently have a
generator installed, with a controller box. The mount is destroyed, and I need to fabricate a new one. Would this be a good time to
purchase an
alternator. If so, what amperage should I look for and don't I need a MinnKota Dual Bank DC
Alternator Charger, so I don't over charge the
batteries? Is there an easier way to recharge both batteries, since I probably don't need to wire them for the 36V system any longer? I'm just not really familiar with these systems, so any help is appreciated.
Would I benefit from
purchasing a reference book, such as Boatowner's Mechanical and
Electrical Manual: How to Maintain,
Repair, and Improve Your Boat's Essential Systems?
Any help is very much appreciated.