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Posted 4/22/2009 11:51 AM (#373614 - in reply to #373459)
Subject: RE: Running two starting batteries parallel?

Thanks for the info. I was concerned about the alternator having the additional load of charging the two battteries. I have a three bank charger but only one lead available for the two starting batteries. My owners manual for the on-board charger stated that it is not reommended (but can be done) to charge two batteries parallel as this can reduce the life of the charger since it is made to charge one. I wondered if the alternator of the motor would have the same issue.

I hooked it up and everything seems fine. I used two batteries parallel on my previous boat for the 12V trolling motor and it made a huge difference in the run time of the trolling motor. I assumed it would work just as well for my accessories and motor so I would not be sitting with a dead battery. Color electronics drain a lot of juice along with everything else at night.

Thanks