battery switch

An alternator can produce volts to light a 110 volt light bulb if not firmly connected to a functioning battery. Yes, I proved that as a juvenile experimenter. 110 volts will fry electronics and the diodes in the alternator. The usual "shorting" type switch momentarily hooks both batteries to...

Can I exclude the big lead from a Suzuki DF140 from the battery switch I am installing without unintended consequences? Repowered Searay has one engine and one battery. Switch is solely to prevent parasitic drain. Intent is to retain power tilt in "off" position. EG, could I turn off outboard if...

Hey folks. On my new to me 2003 240DA I found what I thought was an issue this weekend. Non of my accessory switches on the “peanut pad” were working (blower , lights, horn etc.). I kinda freaked out and starting looking for replacements stuff (I really like the flounder pounder kit). But...

Does anyone have any experience with a low voltage disconnect switch such as the Blue Sea Systems-m-LVD? Another is the Victron BatteryProtect. I want to preserve sufficient charge in the battery to start the boat while running the amplifier equipped sound system. The amplifier would be...

I have a 2000 215 express cruiser that currently has one battery to run everything. What I want to do is add a second battery. I plan on using a Dual Pole Plus Marine Battery Switch from Blue Seas, and a VSR from BEP. What i want to end up with is one battery to start the boat and the other...