High power alternator on outboard

[spiv]

I want to fit a Hi-Power alternator to a 4 stroke outboard. It would be an add-on with belt drive, to be used to charge the housekeeping batteries, while the existing charger will charge the starting battery.<br />It will be a dual installation on a sauling catamaran.<br />I wander if any of you has done it before or heard about it.<br />Keep smiling<br />Steve

 

[petryshyn]

Re: High power alternator on outboard

Hi spiv<br />I've never done it, but the only thing holding you back is the room. Not alot of room under the hood.....<br /><br />

 

[SeaDawg]

Re: High power alternator on outboard

I agree with Schematic, if you know someone that can make you a custom motor cowling and some custom alternator brackets, you could probably make it work.

 

[petryshyn]

Re: High power alternator on outboard

One other thing to keep in mind....I'd advise using a coged belt (like a timing belt) as it won't need to be as tight as a V-belt and won't side load the crank.<br /><br />good luck!

 

[spiv]

Re: High power alternator on outboard

Thanks guys,<br />Should I be able to find and fit the alternators, I would modify the engine cover to allow for the extra space required.