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I have a 94 max with a 16hp Vanguard engine. I was wanting to add 4 of the off road lights and 2 power outlets. I was going to upgrade to the small optima battery or a similar high end battery. Will running this much be too much for the alternator on this small engine? Additionally, if I decide to also run a trolling motor, occasionally, will I need a separate battery for this, I would like to avoid the additional weight of another battery if possible? thanks.
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That sounds like a lot of lights. But, you need to figure out how many amps each of your accessories will draw. I think the charging system on a 16 hp briggs is around 16 amps or so. So figure out if you can keep it below that. Just fuse everything and wire it with heavy enough wire. -
You could hook up a small car alternator, like a few people on this site did, if you needed more power.Comment
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Wow, that sounds like a pain inthe butt. How difficult is that to do?Originally posted by evil8x8 View PostComment
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Here is one thread about it. I think there are a few other people who also did it. An alternator is an option from Argo.
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Now days with the LED lights out there you can run TONS of light and use very little power. Here is a link to a nice trio of products from superbrightled.comOriginally posted by superclyde View Post
LED Truck Lights ? Super Bright LEDs
I know it is a bit after the fact but this might help others...Comment
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