Hawkflier
New member
After many years crewing, but a 17 year gap in owning a yacht I hope that I am just about to again be an owner.I have lots to get back up to speed upon but the first issue I would like to ask about is the issue of marine batteries.
Currently the yacht I hope to be buying has 2 batteries (not sure what they are) I presume one for the engine and the other for domestic use. They are totally past it and need replacing. I am considering replacing the 2 with a 3 battery set up (1 engine & 2 domestic). There is some work that needs doing that requires the main saloon to be stripped back, so while it is being done I can use the opportunity to change the battery box etc.
What should I be looking for in terms of battery ratings and types? I know that I want deep cycle but to be honest I am not sure what that refers to. Yes any responses really do have to be at a basic level!
The yacht will eventually have all her electronic navigation aids updated (integrated system.. will be asking about that soon enough) and it is intended that we will do some long distance cruising with her eventually (she is 38feet).
Any advice etc would be greatly appreciated
Cheers me dears!
Currently the yacht I hope to be buying has 2 batteries (not sure what they are) I presume one for the engine and the other for domestic use. They are totally past it and need replacing. I am considering replacing the 2 with a 3 battery set up (1 engine & 2 domestic). There is some work that needs doing that requires the main saloon to be stripped back, so while it is being done I can use the opportunity to change the battery box etc.
What should I be looking for in terms of battery ratings and types? I know that I want deep cycle but to be honest I am not sure what that refers to. Yes any responses really do have to be at a basic level!
The yacht will eventually have all her electronic navigation aids updated (integrated system.. will be asking about that soon enough) and it is intended that we will do some long distance cruising with her eventually (she is 38feet).
Any advice etc would be greatly appreciated
Cheers me dears!