flatsfisher772 Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 So I purchased a Minn Kota 3 bank on board charger for my 16' Bayfisher. 2 banks for the 24v trolling motor setup and 1 bank for my starting battery. When it arrived it ended up being wayyy bigger than expected and I'm not sure I can even fit it anywhere. I could possibly put it in the rear hatch with the starting battery but the fuel lines run right there and that just seems like a bad idea. I may be able to move it under the console if I move a bunch of stuff but it will take up a ton of room and I imagine a lot of heat will build up in there. So what I am considering now is just getting the Minn Kota portable charger. Unfortunately, they only have 2 bank 5 amp or 1 bank 10 amp. I already have 1 smaller charger which I can use for the starting battery since it remains mostly charged to do the engine. So my question would be, should I get 2 of the 10 amp portables or 1 2 bank 5 amp? Unless someone has a great idea of where to mount the on board charger? Thanks for the feedback! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conocean Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 My suggestion is.....return the MK charger and purchase the Stealth AC/DC charger. Your batteries charge every time you're running and you can plug in to charge all 3 batteries as often as you'd like. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCFD rtrd. Posted September 21, 2016 Report Share Posted September 21, 2016 I wouldn't worry about putting it in the rear hatch, just mount if so it doesn't tough the fuel lines because it does create some heat (maybe 120 to 135 degrees) but that's not unusual. Where are your trolling motor batteries located? Will the factory wires reach? The charging wires can be extended, but you will have to use their extensions to keep the warranty. Have you thought about mounting it on a wall in the console? If you are worried about the heat, just add some vents (one or two vents low and one or two vents up high. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F1sh0n Posted September 21, 2016 Report Share Posted September 21, 2016 I have a 2 bank minnkota for my trolling batteries . . however have 2 starting batteries and instead of using 2 chargers I got a Deltran (battery tender) DVD-40. It is a 2 bank 20A per bank portable charger. Works like a dream, pricey but very heavy duty. http://www.batterytender.com/Chargers/Heavy-Duty-DVD-40-Modified-12V-12V-Dual-12V-20A.html You may also be able to find it on amazon. That is where I got mine and it was a bit of a savings. Here it is on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Battery-Tender-021-1158-12-Output-Charger/dp/B002DU3RZ0/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1474437311&sr=8-7&keywords=deltran Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mulligan Posted September 21, 2016 Report Share Posted September 21, 2016 Do you have a seat in front of the console? When I had a Bayfisher I had the charger on the bottom of the seat lid. When I was charging the batteries I just left the seat lid open to let heat/gases escape. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triplec Posted September 21, 2016 Report Share Posted September 21, 2016 Im with Conocean...go Stealth...amazing device. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted September 22, 2016 Report Share Posted September 22, 2016 Portable chargers are a PIA...and are not "safe" in my opinon as you have to attach and re-attach to each battery... Either go Stealth or keep and figure out a place to put the MK. They don't generate so much heat they are dangerous....unless you have it ontop of a fuel tank etc..... Isolate it in the console, or as mentioned, mount under the front seat or on the wall of the console, using some starboard...you can put some spacers under it to allow for some air flow.. Do it right and you'll be happy. dc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conocean Posted September 22, 2016 Report Share Posted September 22, 2016 I feel as though I'm the Stealth Preacher on this forum but every person that goes Stealth wonders why they didn't go that route sooner. Once you go Stealth, you'll never look back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE OUTLAW Posted September 22, 2016 Report Share Posted September 22, 2016 Yup Best unseen upgrade you can make ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flatsfisher772 Posted September 22, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 22, 2016 How much is a stealth charger? Anyone know dimensions? I looked at their website but didn't find much of anything listed on there unless I had the wrong site. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redrum Posted September 22, 2016 Report Share Posted September 22, 2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FunFlatsFishing Posted September 22, 2016 Report Share Posted September 22, 2016 How many of you leave your charger plugged in all the time? Maintenance mode? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conocean Posted September 22, 2016 Report Share Posted September 22, 2016 www.chargeontherun.com or http://www.stealth1charging.com Insurance stats show that faulty chargers are the #1 reason for fires on boats that are stored on trailers; most of the time it's caused by a charger that is always plugged in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bernieNC Posted September 22, 2016 Report Share Posted September 22, 2016 3 hours ago, Redrum said: My pro pack was around $550. WORTH EVERY DIME! I have them mounted inside the console on the side wall, AC unit on one side and DC on the other. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE OUTLAW Posted September 22, 2016 Report Share Posted September 22, 2016 If u have the Stealth , you will more than likely never need to plug in . Unless your sled sits . And that should be illegal . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conocean Posted September 22, 2016 Report Share Posted September 22, 2016 What he said! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohson Posted October 31, 2016 Report Share Posted October 31, 2016 So been reading about the stealth - love the idea. Probably a silly question but here it goes: With the AC/DC system and 3 TM batteries and 1 cranking battery - can the stealth system still allow one of the TM batteries be tied into battery switch for backup in case cranking battery goes dead? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bernieNC Posted October 31, 2016 Report Share Posted October 31, 2016 2 hours ago, Ohson said: So been reading about the stealth - love the idea. Probably a silly question but here it goes: With the AC/DC system and 3 TM batteries and 1 cranking battery - can the stealth system still allow one of the TM batteries be tied into battery switch for backup in case cranking battery goes dead? Yes (option 6 in their manual) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RICH12 Posted November 1, 2016 Report Share Posted November 1, 2016 There is a Guest charger for sale on the forum. Not mine and no affiliation, but I had that same unit on my pf. It has a small print and charges all your setup fast. Fraction of the cost\weight. Mine lasted forever. Just something to consider. Jp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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