two issues, AGM Batteries, Yamaha Dealers

[Grateful Dad]

Throwing this out,
Need two new batteries, looking at agm. and cant decide if i go with two starting batts or one starting and one house.
I have alot of electronics and lights etc.
Need good starting but really good house power on the drift.

also info on batt combiners, isolaters etc, very confusing to me.
Dont want to do this twice..


Also,
anyone with experiences with a local yamaha dealer for a new engine to be installed. Price, service, followup, all considered.

Want it quick although probably just a dream this time of year to get repowered quickly.

Boy the winter went fast.

Thanks to all in advance

[?? fisherman]

Steve, I dont know about the Yamaha Dealer yet, ill try to find out something for you (possibly Seawitch Marine ), but as for getting it done quick that should not be a problem at all once you figure out who you are going to buy from. Outboard Repower's are a snap, and can easily be done in just a day. I have heard much good about Seawitch Marine, I just dont know if they are a Yamaha Dealer.

The unknown fisherman

[Grateful Dad]

Thanks ??fisherman.
Still need info on combiner/conditioner or isolater, lots to read on them, i've tried, but still dont know if I really need it. With all the changes I've made to the boat lately, I'm not so confident in going 50-80nm offshore anytime soon.
Two shakedown cruises and twice electrical failures and instrumentation malfunctions.
Alittle shakey to me..

Any one know of discount batt dealers around within driving distance. AGM i believe is going to be the choice unless I find out thats not a good choice.

thanks

[Grateful Dad]

So, I did alot of reading.
Although what I still dont know......better yet what I do know would fit on a bazooka joe comic.
Im going with 2 lifeline agm group 31 batteries.
here's a link that convinced me.

http://www.pacificpowerbatteries.com/marinebatts.html

Still working on understanding combiners and conditioners.

out.

[SpanishMack]

BOAT DEPOT. Those guys know their shit and they're really cool. They also have all the right tools for the job.
Max

[Grateful Dad]

For electrical or engine?
Thanks Max

[SpanishMack]

http://www.boatdepot.net/

4025 Pacific Highway San Diego, California 92110 (619) 296-2866

I hardly pay for any boatwork anymore but when I do I go to these guys. They run a quality show down there. I'm not affiliated but I have taken my ride to few places and these guys took care of me.
Max

[Grateful Dad]

Now thats a testimony. Thanks alot Max.
Funny, I went to boatdepot.com and had a site but nothing related.
Appreciate the efforts.
I'll let you know what they say.

[kepdawg]

http://www.boatdepot.net/

[Grateful Dad]

Thanks

[Miss Yoly]

You might want to check on the Yamaha accessories. They're at this link:
http://www.yamaha-motor.com/accessories/otb/helm05.html

Outboard Accessories - Helm Gauges
Yamaha's advanced instrumentation is designed to keep you informed about your engine's systems. Accurate information is available to let you fine tune settings to achieve the best overall efficiency and performance for operating conditions.


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MULTIFUNCTION OUTBOARD TACHOMETER
The Multifunction Tachometer features face and bezel designed for optimum visibility and long-term durability. Easily set for 2-stroke or 4-stroke use. The easy-to-read LCD digital readout displays:

Engine rpm
Trim angle
Oil level
Warning lamps
Overheat warning lamp
New for '02: Hour meter for trip (resettable) and total operating hours

6Y5-8350T-80-00 $366.38


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MULTIFUNCTION SPEEDOMETER
The Multifunction Speedometer features a bezel designed for optimum visibility and long term durability. Switch on the back of the gauge simplifies fuel sender hookup. The easy-to-read 2-stage LCD digital readout displays:

Speed
Trip
Time
Fuel
Low-fuel warning - flashes on the lowest bar
Battery voltag reading - displays battery output (10-16 volts) and flashes the readout when the output falls below 12 volts

6Y5-83570-S5-00 $366.38


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FUEL MANAGEMENT GAUGE
The Yamaha Fuel Management Gauge monitors:

Fuel consumption
Fuel economy (Using speedometer or GPS input for readings)
Fuel contamination (when deluxe Fuel/Water Separator is used)
An engine synchronizer is included for dual engine applications.

Single Engine
6Y5-W0088-53-00 $593.55


Just more things to spend your money on.

[Grateful Dad]

The Wife,
Thanks
Boat depot did email back. now I have to call them and bit the bullet. I'll keep you posted.