I'm sure there are well-known answers to this question for a relatively common
engine, but I'm struggling to find them.
We have a 2017
Oceanis 45 with 420Ah of
AGM batteries, and I'd like to figure if there's a reasonable way to increase the
charging current from the
engine. (Solar is a separate question).
I understand that if the engine is equipped with the Valeo
alternator (to be verified), there is a
Balmar regulator upgrade available. (ARS-5 or MC-614).
Is this approach generally thought to be worthwhile?
The next option might be to exchange the
alternator, but I haven't yet spent too much time on figuring out what option might fit with a modest amount of
work.
Is there a "classic" well-liked alternator upgrade for this engine?
Any information, especially from people who have trod this path ahead of me, is very much appreciated.
Regards,
Doug