I just purchased a Fisherman 209. It does not have an installed battery charger and I'd like one since I'll keep it in the water. Where would be the best place to install one?
Battery charger
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I don't mean to sound cheeky but the best place is close to the batteries
. You may not need a built-in charger though. If you get a good charge when at sea and don't use a lot of power when not motoring, good batteries should maintain a reasonable charge for a fairly long time.
On my older 208 hull, I would charge the batteries at the end of the season and disconnect them for winter. In the spring, the batteries would always have enough charge to start the motor.
. You may not need a built-in charger though. If you get a good charge when at sea and don't use a lot of power when not motoring, good batteries should maintain a reasonable charge for a fairly long time.On my older 208 hull, I would charge the batteries at the end of the season and disconnect them for winter. In the spring, the batteries would always have enough charge to start the motor.
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A ProMariner ProSport HD 2-bank is $180. You can also install a Noco 2-bank for around $120. Both chargers ship with cables that make it easy to install. Not sure but both may have 120vac power plugs. Mount in a reasonably dry area near the batteries (within cable lengths. Also nice to be able to see front panel for status lights for troubleshooting if you need them. I use both brands on my 4 battery system.