alright so I posted this in the open water forum and well, I didnt get the response that i was thinking that I would. I do appreciate everyone that did respond there but I dont believe that I have enought information/experienses. So here is a cut n copy of my original post
"Maybe its the daughter, maybe its the age thing, maybe I am just getting afraid, either way I am seriously starting to look into purchasing a PFD that I can wear when ever I am in my canoe or boat. I admit, I normaly dont wear it they are in the boat/canoe with me, but the darned thing is just so bulky/uncomfy. I have the Sterns 30 dollar specials. I have seen people with the waist style that auto infaltes, Ive seen 100 dollar ones that are just less material than what i have, Ive seen the ones that look like they just go around your neck and auto inflate. Ive also noticed on the ones that are inflate by themselfs there are 2 kinds, the Auto, and the pull cord. I will more than likely be looking for 2 to purchase or ask for as a gift. Anyone out there have their suggestions? I guess I havent really been afraid of anything as of lately being on usualy the only one out in the canoe on that small part of the lake, but Im thinking about venturing out on more lakes, such as North or South Center, Forest Lake, Clear lake ect ect, not quiet like the channel at South lindstrom or chisago or back in the river between North Lindstrom and North Center. Any info / experiences would be much appreciated, and ofcourse I know You get what you pay for but the cheaper side would be nicer seeing as how money isnt growing on that tree out back yet, Ill have to check with Bobby to see if that seed I got from the kid on the corner was really a money tree or if it was another type of tree, either way Hopefully Bobby comes around and lets me know if I put it in the wrong place or if it was a different type of seed or something."
I just figured that it is easy enough to just get a 3 bank so when the boat is not in use I can keep all 3 batteries charged. I have not bough a charger yet, maybe I will give it some more thought.
Edit: After thinking this over, with the size, weight, and heat output of the charger (as well as the cost) I think it makes sense to just
buy a 2 bank charger, I have a smaller charger i can use on the starting battery when the boat is sitting at home. Forgive me, for i am a retired engineer and I have to obsess over everything...
Congrats on the motor! I think you’ll like it.
I can’t say much on the charger location but I’ve seen them under the lid in back compartments and under center rod lockers. 160 degrees is more than I expected to hear.
Curious why you’re opting for a 3 bank charger with a 24V trolling motor. Unless you don’t feel you be running you big motor enough to keep that battery up as well?
I did buy an Minnkota Ulterra, thanks for the recommendations. I had a bunch of Cabela"s bucks saved up, which helped. Now i need to
get an onboard battery charger. Where do you guys mount these things in your boat? The manufacturer I am looking at {Noco genius)
says tht their 3-bank charger will run at 160 degrees, seems like a lot of heat in an enclosed compartment? Thanks for any input on this.
Wasn't terrible at a state park beach. Antelope island maybe. I wouldn't recommend it as a beach destination tho. Figured I was there, I'm getting in it.
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alright so I posted this in the open water forum and well, I didnt get the response that i was thinking that I would. I do appreciate everyone that did respond there but I dont believe that I have enought information/experienses. So here is a cut n copy of my original post
"Maybe its the daughter, maybe its the age thing, maybe I am just getting afraid, either way I am seriously starting to look into purchasing a PFD that I can wear when ever I am in my canoe or boat. I admit, I normaly dont wear it they are in the boat/canoe with me, but the darned thing is just so bulky/uncomfy. I have the Sterns 30 dollar specials. I have seen people with the waist style that auto infaltes, Ive seen 100 dollar ones that are just less material than what i have, Ive seen the ones that look like they just go around your neck and auto inflate. Ive also noticed on the ones that are inflate by themselfs there are 2 kinds, the Auto, and the pull cord. I will more than likely be looking for 2 to purchase or ask for as a gift. Anyone out there have their suggestions? I guess I havent really been afraid of anything as of lately being on usualy the only one out in the canoe on that small part of the lake, but Im thinking about venturing out on more lakes, such as North or South Center, Forest Lake, Clear lake ect ect, not quiet like the channel at South lindstrom or chisago or back in the river between North Lindstrom and North Center. Any info / experiences would be much appreciated, and ofcourse I know You get what you pay for but the cheaper side would be nicer seeing as how money isnt growing on that tree out back yet, Ill have to check with Bobby to see if that seed I got from the kid on the corner was really a money tree or if it was another type of tree, either way Hopefully Bobby comes around and lets me know if I put it in the wrong place or if it was a different type of seed or something."
Thanks again
Shawnny B
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