Hello all-<br /><br />I've checked previous posts, but did not really find what I was looking for.<br /><br />I currently have 3 gel batteries onboard with a Merc 150. 1 "standard" gel for starting, and 2 deep cycle gels in parallel for other stuff. Over the winter I'll rewire to make sure everything else is off the starter. Once a year I check the batteries charge capacity, and this year they were still at about 98 to 120% of the rating. I'll replace a battery when it gets down to about 75%.<br /><br />I have a ON/OFF switch between the two banks. When running, I turn to ON to charge all three batteries, and when stopped, I turn to OFF to save the starter battery. It's worked ok so far...<br /><br />Problem is, I keep forgetting to hit the switch. It's only a matter of time before I'm rowing home.<br /><br />I've used isolators in my RV's for years with no problems. How are they on the water? The boat is trailered, fresh water only, and I'm on the water once a week. Once or twice a year I'll be on the water for 4 or 5 days straight. I'm looking to have one less thing to think about, but is there a reliabilty issue with isolators on the water?<br /><br />Also, is there a problem hooking up my charger to the system with an isolator in place?<br /><br />Will the standard voltage regulator from a 92 Black Max 150 be enough to handle 3 batteries or should that be replaced?<br /><br />Thanks for any opinions...
