--- In [email protected], Eno at Yahoo <enodre...@...> wrote: > > Hi, > > Has anyone any idea how long in general terms it will take a normal > sized alternator (50 amp) to recharge two 110amp batteries, and > recharge the starter battery back to its pre starting level assuming it > was fully charged before starting the engine. > > I know there are a number of variables that would need to be known to > give an accurate answer, but just for general everyday type use and > using normal levels of power, example:- TV for 2 hours, 2/3 (20w) lights > for 5 hours and the water pump and 12 volt compressor fridge. > > As a general guide how long would you think the engine would need to run > to replace the energy lost. > > Thanks
You could ask on UK Rec WW where Tony Brooks lurks, who is pretty clued up on this sort of boaty engine stuff stuff. Regards Pete www.thecanalshop.com
