Batteries

[bass1960]

I currently have a marine deep cycle battery on my Yamaha 50hp. It needs replacing. I need to know if I should replace it with a similar battery or a starting battery. If I replace it with a starting battery, can I charge it with the battery charger on my boat if it gets weak?

[budndawn]

If you use it just to start big motor then cranking battery will be fine

[weedeater]

I have a 40 Tohatsu on my boat and use a jetski battery which is nice due to size and weight.... battery been starting motor 2 yrs with no problem and motor keeps it charged

[jchief]

Originally Posted by bass1960

I currently have a marine deep cycle battery on my Yamaha 50hp. It needs replacing. I need to know if I should replace it with a similar battery or a starting battery. If I replace it with a starting battery, can I charge it with the battery charger on my boat if it gets weak?

Yes you can charge it with a battery charger. If all you use it for is starting the motor and lights, then a starting battery will serve you better.