Shipwright 30 Charger?

[vineyardgray]

double post

[vineyardgray]

I have done a lot of thinking about battery chargers given that mine needs replacing. I found this article thought provoking:
https://marinehowto.com/installing-a-marine-battery-charger/
Lots of things to consider and a few that don't readily come to mind when thinking about 'a simple battery charger'.

Then there's the inverter conversation - I ended up going with a Victron Smart Charger/Inverter all-in-one unit that will be installed in the springtime.

I figure that if I can make my batteries last twice as long, I will have saved money in the long run.

[Cooler]

I have heard negative comments on Interstates before. The reasons I like them are 2 fold. 1. The fishing gurus that come to the store all swear by Interstates. They all run Minn Kota trolling systems with sophisticated electronic systems of GPS & Fishfinders etc.. The systems require excellent amperage output to run at optimal performance. 2. The Interstate rep that supports the store backs up the product really well. I have seen him replace batteries that users fried with bad connections or messed up networks, on the premise that the Interstates still should have performed better. I realize the individual reps will have different levels of "customer service" standards, but this guy is good for me. This boat stuff is fun, isn't it? er

[bud37]

Any batteries from Johnson controls as the provider are OK in my book.......Costco's stuff ( kirkland ) used to be, not sure now.