afishyfella
New Member
Currently I have a boat where the outboard and electronics are wired to one 12 volt battery and the trolling motor is wired to a second 12 volt battery. I am wanting to purchase a new trolling motor that is 24 volts, however, I do not want to add another battery to make 3 batteries total in the back of the boat. I do not have a place anywhere else in the boat to add another battery. Space is at a premium and every bit of weight saved is fuel saved on my boat and on my truck.
Is there a way to build a circuit to utilize the existing two batteries where the trolling motor will receive 24 volts and the outboard and accessories will receive 12 volts. Also, the outboard will need to be able charge the starting battery at 12 volts when running. I'm aware of switches I can add to be able to switch between 12 and 24 volts, however having to go to the back of the boat to switch every time I move to a new spot will be a hassle. Yes folks, I know, I am wanting my cake and eat it too. But cake tastes good when made right. So, can this be baked or am I dreaming of pie in the sky? Thanks for your help in advance.
Sincerely,
afishyfella
Is there a way to build a circuit to utilize the existing two batteries where the trolling motor will receive 24 volts and the outboard and accessories will receive 12 volts. Also, the outboard will need to be able charge the starting battery at 12 volts when running. I'm aware of switches I can add to be able to switch between 12 and 24 volts, however having to go to the back of the boat to switch every time I move to a new spot will be a hassle. Yes folks, I know, I am wanting my cake and eat it too. But cake tastes good when made right. So, can this be baked or am I dreaming of pie in the sky? Thanks for your help in advance.
Sincerely,
afishyfella