Thanks to the list, I decided to stay with 2 AGM batteries (both Group 31) and use one for starting. The complications of a dedicated 'starting/flooded' battery were more trouble than necessary for me and how I use the boat. Further, since my Zantrex Plus 40 charger wants all the batteries to be the same, this was a no-brainer. However, as I will not charge the batteries with shore power when I am not on board, I would like a very SIMPLE solution to keeping these batteries topped off properly via a solar panel(s), that can be easily disconnected and stored below when I am on the boat. I am thinking of something like one or two flexible, light weight solar panels, probably with some sort of controllers(s), to (probably) hook directly to the batteries while at the dock via some sort of simple electrical/mechanical disconnect.
Suggestions on size/power output/hook-up/etc. from the list would be very helpful. Charlie Nelson Water Phantom C&C 36 XL/kcb [email protected]
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