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| Author: | dgs119 [ Sat Jan 23, 2010 4:53 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Perko or Blue Sea battery switch |
Wondering which one is better for adding a 2nd battery to my H190? Perko or Blue Sea. Any pros or cons of the diffrent brands? Thanks, |
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| Author: | Walt [ Sat Jan 23, 2010 5:28 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Perko or Blue Sea battery switch |
I've used Perko in all three of my boats. Absolutely no complaints. I have never even heard of Blue Sea (not to imply it's an inferior product). |
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| Author: | Sierra [ Sat Jan 23, 2010 5:41 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Perko or Blue Sea battery switch |
Walt wrote: I've used Perko in all three of my boats. Absolutely no complaints. I have never even heard of Blue Sea (not to imply it's an inferior product). +1 |
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| Author: | dgs119 [ Sat Jan 23, 2010 5:49 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Perko or Blue Sea battery switch |
Thanks for the information. When looking into battery switches Blue Sea was another brand that I saw. Here is a link to the company if you wanted to see what their product is like. http://bluesea.com/category/1/products/9001e200 I had a Perko switch on a previous boat and had no issues however that was about 10 yrs ago so didn't know if there was a new Sheriff in town.  Blue Sea http://bluesea.com/category/1/products/9001e200 |
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| Author: | aguyindallas [ Sat Jan 23, 2010 6:00 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Perko or Blue Sea battery switch |
I have done a Perko on 2 different boats...work perfect so its what I suggest. |
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| Author: | dgs119 [ Sat Jan 23, 2010 7:00 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Perko or Blue Sea battery switch |
Nauti Luv- do you recomend med. or heavy duty? |
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| Author: | 230 Mike [ Sat Jan 23, 2010 7:23 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Perko or Blue Sea battery switch |
Blue Sea is top-notch stuff. But Perko is good too. Either will be fine. |
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| Author: | aguyindallas [ Sat Jan 23, 2010 7:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Perko or Blue Sea battery switch |
dgs119 wrote: Nauti Luv- do you recomend med. or heavy duty? I have the medium. |
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| Author: | 07H200SS [ Sat Jan 23, 2010 10:25 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Perko or Blue Sea battery switch |
Perko on two boats now with zero problems. |
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| Author: | Walt [ Sun Jan 24, 2010 11:53 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Perko or Blue Sea battery switch |
My $.02.....If you can put your hands on both, I would suggest considering where and how it is to be installed. The Blue Sea disconnect looks like it may not be easily rotated unless you are "straight-on". I know the Perko's are easy to operate from otherwise difficult angles. Also, the red stands out a little better. I've taught the GF to throw the disconn if there is a fire. |
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| Author: | dgs119 [ Sun Jan 24, 2010 12:48 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Perko or Blue Sea battery switch |
I think I will go with the Perko switch. Seems like this is the most commonly used switch and everyone swears by it. I was looking at the installation information online and it looks pretty simple. Any tips or suggestions when installing on my H190? I want to keep my auto bilge so I figure I would keep that wired directly to the 1st battery. |
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| Author: | Jim_R [ Mon Jan 25, 2010 12:58 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Perko or Blue Sea battery switch |
I went the Blue Sea Systems 'Add a Battery' route - this kit includes an isolator and Switch, so both batteries are charged by the alternator - no remembering to change the switch to ensure both batteries are fully charged. Works great. Some detail on my install is here (towards the bottom): http://www.smwebhead.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=1956 |
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