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    HF 1.5w Solar Panel for trickle charge dual battery system?

    Yeah, not looking for charging, just for maintaining. More so worried about not getting on the boat for a few weeks and having the battery hard to start, especially as battery ages. I read the whole thread. Are you isolating the batteries so it won't overcharge a specific battery? Also are you...
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    HF 1.5w Solar Panel for trickle charge dual battery system?

    I am curious if anyone uses these to help maintain the battery, while away from the boat on a dual battery system? I am going to be installing a second battery with an isolator, I am curious how this would impact things.
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    Cheap Raised ventilated flooring for storage ares?

    My underseat storage isn't as dry as I would like it. To help reduce mold/meldew and increase airflow I would like something that would help keep things drier. I see some pricey modular options, though I am curiouis what cheap alternatives there are. This isn't for my deck, it is just for...
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    Figuring out AWG cable size for Dual Battery & wiring?

    The battery switch is to the right of the engine, while the battery is mounted well to the left. While I do have a have a lot of room on either side of the engine, it is nice to have a place to put swim toys. I could also put the battery in a box, though it is nice to have batteries on one side...
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    Figuring out AWG cable size for Dual Battery & wiring?

    Wow! The 00 ain't cheap, it looks like about $9/ft! I think I will get a string to measure out exactly what I need and buy a 1ft longer than that! I will use 4AWG for the relay along with 2x100A Breakers as it will be easier to work with and cheaper. I also might just wait till next weekend to...
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    Figuring out AWG cable size for Dual Battery & wiring?

    So I did a bit more research and managed to find this burried in the 343 page manuel: Color | Gauge | Function Red | 00 | Battery Cable to Engine Black | 16 to 4 | All Grounds ... Red | 2/0 | Main DC Panel Feed Red | 2 | Positive Feed, Starter, Battery Red | 4...
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    Battery Boxes, Battery Trays, & 2nd Battery.

    This is jepordy :)
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    Figuring out AWG cable size for Dual Battery & wiring?

    So I made the mistake of not checking the AWG of my current battery and my boat is a ~1.5h round trip away. I thought this would be fairly easy to figure out online, though I was wrong; Google has failed me! I bought 120A Add a Battery kit w/ the isolation relay and 3 way switch. My boat has a...
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    Battery Boxes, Battery Trays, & 2nd Battery.

    In my current boat, I have a battery box that is held in place by a strap. In the new boat I bought, it has a battery tray. I would like to install a second battery for the radio and for a little redundancy. The location of the battery is protected from the elements.
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    Volvo vs. GM Fuel Pressure Regulator

    What is the difference between a Volvo Pressure Regulator and a GM? I know some things can't be used from automotive, though to me the only difference is the color red and a lot more money.
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    2005 Rinker Captiva 192 - should I stay away

    Photos help a lot. It all comes down to how well the boat is kept for a boat that age. I would say the manufacturer going out of business or not is irrivilant for a boat that old. Most of the components are off the shelf items. Anything specific to that boat like decals or customized parts...
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    Does VP go nuts on revisons and models vs. Mercrusier?

    2011 Regal 2300 with 5.7LGiC 300HP Dual Prop. It is a really nice clean boat that was under utilized by my old man and family in Texas. Had 28.6 hours on it, the funny thing is he will use his old boat more when he visits me in NY. My sister's family thinks there are brain eating ambias down...
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    Does VP go nuts on revisons and models vs. Mercrusier?

    I have owned a Mercrusier for years, though just got a bigger boat with a VP. When ever I look up a part no for the VP, no matter how small or simple there has been a few different revisions. Does VP go this crazy with PNs or have I never looked to close at Mercrusier
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    Has anyone ever added EVC to a non-EVC motor?

    It looks like the EVC connect via CAN bus. Can you just buy something like a EVC Tach and control panel to view additional information on your boat? The EVC throttle and trim control also seem pretty cool. Also is a different ECM required and/or can the existing ECM just get flashed to allow...
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    CEL, Unusual Whine, and Limp Home Mode?

    I changed the Fuel Filter with a larger one and dumped the contents of the old one into a bowl. I did see some very small rust specks that looked like it came from the old fuel filter as well as some black small specks, that looked like it might have come from the fuel cap gasket or something...
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    Pressfit Trailer Lights are Stupid!

    The hole cut out must be wrong as you suggested as the stock lights kept falling out. My old man lost one and the replacement ones he got are also falling out. They like coming out, when you remove the trailer from the water. Will try silicone.
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    Reading Codes on a VolvoPenta 5.7GiC-300-J?

    I contacted another dealer and they said it looks like it will work, but they can't get the part as it is back ordered.
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    Pressfit Trailer Lights are Stupid!

    These things like to fall out when trailering on the road and can pop out when launching/recovering. Any one have any suggestions, I want something to work and not worry. I was thinking of zip ties.
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    Reading Codes on a VolvoPenta 5.7GiC-300-J?

    You think dealers would be a little more helpful. One said he didn't think it was compatible and the other has yet to reply. I got the boat delivered this morning. On the ECM it does say 3847942. Googling that PN, I see a module that has two 45pin connectors with 15pins/row. I also see a plug...
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    Adding 2nd battery?

    I bought a 2011 Regal 2300 and it has 1 battery stock. I would like to add a 2nd one for redudancy. I know how to wire the battery selector up, but my main concern is how should I fasten the 2nd battery. I have plenty of accessible room in the bildge. I don't like to drill anything into the...
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