I tested the boat out for the first time since I bought it. I added a voltmeter to it and the motor connected to it reads 16.2 at WOT. I can't find anywhere that sells a voltage regulator for these motors(1985 ELTK 40 hp). So, can I put both motors on the same battery and disconnect the lighting coil wires going to the rectifier so I am only running one rectifier to charge a battery and then use the other battery as a stand alone unit...no motor connection, for my sensitive electronics?
If I can do this, can I still get my tach to work if I just disconnect the wires heading to the rectifier?
OR....can someone help me figure a way to add a voltage regulator. I am not afraid of learning a new skill, have access to plate aluminum and know how to TIG and solder.
I am not running a maintenance free battery. I can add water, but am worried about the Helix 7 I have getting fried. That being said, I was using a 1977 Johnson 55 for 3 years, probably in blissful ignorance of the overcharging issue. My last starting battery lasted 8 years.
Thanks.
If I can do this, can I still get my tach to work if I just disconnect the wires heading to the rectifier?
OR....can someone help me figure a way to add a voltage regulator. I am not afraid of learning a new skill, have access to plate aluminum and know how to TIG and solder.
I am not running a maintenance free battery. I can add water, but am worried about the Helix 7 I have getting fried. That being said, I was using a 1977 Johnson 55 for 3 years, probably in blissful ignorance of the overcharging issue. My last starting battery lasted 8 years.
Thanks.