Onboard Battery Charger Install

[@bradgregory3424]

I bought the same thing. I’ll be installing it in our new 252SD that’s supposed to be here in May. I still need to pick up a 3rd battery. Great video thanks

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Awesome! Congratulations on your new boat, you'll love it.

[@halla1968]

Hey Rob, I enjoy my onboard battery charger prosport 2 bank charger. I have 3 group 31 deep cycle marine batteries. 1 as my starter/engine and the other 2 are paralleled (still 12v) for my stereo/LED lights/under water lights/accessories etc. I added the Blue Sea ACR and battery switch to make sure I am charged evenly on the water when using Stereo and Accessories. The ProSport has options on the charger itself if you have Wet cell types batteri or AGM/GEL type batteries (Yours may have that as well). I just got tired of putting chargers on the batteries on those long lay-up months. Also my battery life has increased and less in my pockets to purchase 3 Deep Cycle Batteries. Dont buy Optima batteries. Since Johnson Controls purchased Optima. The Quality and reputation has dropped. Great Video. Stay Safe and Cool.

[@scottscaneh]

When I drill thru glass and carpet in my boat I put painters tape on the glass where my holes are going and then put my drill in reverse to get through so it doesn't snag and twist the carpet all up. So easy and never worry about getting on the water with dead batteries........ nice install looks great

[@pat4eva09]

Thank you! You're a lifesaver. I'm a girl and you're the first video that I found that actually showed me how to place the battery charger red and black things onto the battery. I feel silly, but I appreciate your help!!!

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Don't feel silly, not everyone knows how to do this stuff, that's why I make these videos. I'm glad I could help out.. have fun and be safe...

[@Rob-Oh]

Nice install. You’re stuck with that bolt pattern if you end up not liking the charger. That would suck, but you could always make a mounting bracket for the next charger. I just bought a 212SE, and my name is Rob also. Yamaha Rob’s

[@tBone818-x9d]

Great "How To Video" Clean and Neat Work!!

[@toddcross6619]

Are those batteries connected together in parallel when charging or do you have to disconnect them. I’m looking into this system for my semi truck. Thanks for your time

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

No disconnecting at all and yes, parallel.

[@dustinglodney3216]

Great video. I've got the same charger on my 3 batteries. In worried about leaving it plugged in at the storage for weeks at a time. Does it automatically shut off after the batteries are fully charged.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Yes it is a smart charger. It charges until full and stops, once it senses a loss of voltage it starts charging again.. no worries at all.

[@Enrx90]

Great video Rob I wonder if they have the same product but it work with 220 V ... because in my country we used to use 220 ... maybe I can use a transformer but I should know the watt power

[@minnesotaoutdoorsnorth]

acorn nut not bolt man???

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Was that shit taking worth the time it took to write it? Really?

[@rwix713]

Just got this charger.. I have the same bep Cluster battery switch.. When I plug in the Noco charger.. The dvsr on the bep battery switch clicks.. Relay open and closes.. Does your setup do the same?

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

I'm not sure, I've never sat there and listened for it to make any noise...

[@budrow0914]

nice job, Brother Marine !!! That's coming from a Old Grunt 72.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Thanks much.. S/F..

[@marlonm396]

HI. Good video. I am looking to installing one of these onboard chargers; however, I wonder if you have to turn the battery switch on when charging them. I don't think so. thoughts? Thanks.

[@dinosimotas]

No because the battery tender runs leads from the unit to each charger. A battery switch just isolates one battery, or more to supply power to house.

[@demolaj1]

ROB can you reverse use this outlet ? like connect a power cord on boat and draw power out of battery also ?

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

You can purchase an inverter. They have plugs and most have USB ports also. Same concept, connect to the battery and the inverter covers to 110v.

[@vrod1a]

Nice and neat 👍

[@filitamayo]

So how are you liking the charger. Nice clean install. Would love to put one in my jetboat.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

I love it. I have had zero problems. Well worth the money.. highly recommend.

[@gwade8808]

Rob, what's up brother welcome back! How's the NOCO chardger holding up? Read some reviews where they were boiling batteries and not lasting more than a year. Just wanted to see how your experience has been? Looking at a NOCO or a Pro Mariner

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Thank you, good to be back.. I have had zero issues with my charger and its been just about 2 years. Still going strong..

[@georgebozovic6341]

Hi, Good job on the install. Do you charge the batteries when the boat is in the water via marina shore power, or just at home on a trailer? What are your thoughts on Galvanic isolation and chargers?

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

I keep the boat plugged in while on the trailer at the storage lot, each light pole has an outlet that boats hook up to. I'm not an expert on isolation but it's my opinion that its overkill for these boats, or at least my boat anyways. The only real draw on power are the Amps and they will shut off at the slightest hint of a surge along with the inline fuses.

[@jeremystroot1388]

Could you do this and plug it into a solar panel? No power where I store my boat.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

There are similar setups for solar charging Systems but this one is designed for 110v input. Short answer is no, you cannot with this particular charger.

[@joebloe1401]

This yo-yo really love to hear himself talk without saying anything worth hearing!

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Says the guy not doing or trying to make a difference in life at all. Go troll someone else from your moms basement.

[@robleaf6940]

Rob's Yamaha Jetboat DIY Maintenance Rob are you still doing videos ? I love your videos

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

@@robleaf6940 I haven't made one a while.. I have some ideas for more though. Hopefully I can get them done in the next few weeks..

[@uscstaylor]

Good job on the install brother but always drill pilot holes, listening to the fiberglass cracking as you were putting those screws in made me cringe..lol Salute!

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Lol ya me too!! Thanks.

[@tBone818-x9d]

True. Drill those pilot holes..

[@juancarlosflores2766]

Thanks for the video and being detailed.

[@alexromo9091]

Does leaving the charger plugged to the batteries drain them, if not plugged in or if you forget to plug em in?

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Nope. The charger does not have any draw whatsoever.

[@alexromo9091]

Oorah devil! Thanks. 0311 bravo 1/5

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

@@alexromo9091 I was an 0311 with Lima Co 3/7 many moons ago...

[@sonic88boom]

Do you know what a flashing green light means on this battery charger

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Flashing green means that it is applying a maintenance charge to the battery. In other words, the battery has been charged but there has been a small decline in voltage so its "topping it off." Nothing to worry about.

[@garymiller3343]

Gonna do a dual battery on 2019 AR 210. It has a depression for second battery. Is the battery switch install easy? BTW 1994-1998 Camp Lejeune 2d FSSG, 2nd Supply BN oorah!

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Gary, I was at CLNC with 2dMarDiv from 03-07 and then again in 10-13, loved that place. Anyways, switch and battery install isnt hard at all should take less than an hour. S/F..

[@garymiller3343]

Well i switched to the dark side Army after 7 years out and i will be retiring as a MAJ in 2021 or 2022. Pin MAJ today! I have been watching the videos and so helpful. Probably will not do subs but u think two batteries will suffice for wake tower speakers? Have a new Garmin 78sc handheld GPS. Will ML do a marine radio later once we get back to coastal GA. What’s ur page on FB?

[@garymiller3343]

Oh yeah and ordered the Mantus last night hahaha. Already coated the plugs with silicone and have chain wax for when we go in the Puget Sound in WA. Videos are super helpful.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

@@garymiller3343 meh, they are all the same.. i went Warrant Officer as a ssgt and retired as a W4 in 2014... two batteries will suffice for towers but I promise, you will eventually get a sub, the sound is ten fold with one. Congrats on your promotion. My FB page is the same as my KZbin channel.

[@garymiller3343]

Rob's Yamaha Jetboat DIY Maintenance i tell ya man had i stay USMC i would have retired in 2014 as well! But hindsight is 20/20 right? Perhaps we will meet or cross paths somewhere in the Atlantic in a few years. Plan to make the Bimini trip as well and already making preparations to boat for the trip.

[@carlosavila71]

Good job.

[@MileHighCampers]

Nice install video, the exterior plug may not be necessary but it makes for a super clean install and factory look in my opinion. You definitely have me thinking of doing the same! Unrelated question.. how well do the subs sound hidden under the seat? Do you think they loose a lot of sound quality under the seat vs. Installed in the fiberglass? I ask because I've been thinking of installing a pair under my seat as well, because I don't want to cut that much glass, but wasn't sure how it would effect the sound quality.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Interesting question as it depends on what you expect from a sub or what you want from a sub. My neighbor (SX240) and I installed his 10 JL infinite baffle sub in that same rear compartment and it sounded like shit as far as subs go! The speaker itself is awesome but the space does not contain the proper airspace to produce enough bass. He purchased a closed box from amazon and put the same JL sub in that and it sounds great! So back the beginning, what do you expect from a sub? I have two 10 inch Digital Design subs and they are mounted in a vented box; a vented box will give you punch and bass versus a closed box will give a solid punch. Both sound great but depends on what you want from your subs. So my personal opinion is to put subs in boxes, either vented or closed. its worth the extra money. I hope that helps and if you any other question let me know..

[@caseywasson8332]

I have a wetsounds free air 12" mounted under my helm. Its out of the way and sounds great. But i am considering hidind a sealed 10" sealed, under a seat for better in boat sound. If that makes sense to you. No expert. Just my thoughts. Its all about the body cavitation.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

@@caseywasson8332 I'm no expert either, I've just tried a few variations. With that said, it's my experience that "free air" type subs just cannot perform as well as one mounted in a box.

[@MileHighCampers]

@@caseywasson8332 Thanks for the insight, I'm only concerned woth in boat sound quality, so I'm glad to hear that may be what you end up doing. I've done a bunch of vehicle installs but never in an open aired boat, so its new territory for me! 😎👍

[@MileHighCampers]

@@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162 Thanks for the advice! I definitely want it to thump, so it sounds like I'm going to have to do some homework on the airspace that I have to work with and what sub configuration will work best. Thanks again!

[@butch5505]

Just bought the same kind. 2 bank, 8amp. How long should I expect it to take to charge?

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Depends on your battery size, current charge level. Ive never tried to time it but it should only take a couple of hours to fully charge.

[@butch5505]

Thanks. Another question for ya. I’m a new ‘12 AR210 owner. I have a duel battery switch. How do I know which battery is primary?

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

@@butch5505 well without knowing how yours is connected exactly it is difficult for me to be specific but you could just follow the cables from the switch to each of the batteries and identify that way or in most cases the battery labels will identify it as a starter battery.

[@jacksondaniels8169]

🥴🥴🥴 the crackle of fiberglass makes me cringe. Pilot holes are a must. Nice install overall. I noticed the hinges on your seat pads, those were updates to the 16’-17 ‘ yamaha boats correct? Or did you install those?

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Yes!!! Almost as bad as nails on a chalk board... thanks

[@jacksondaniels8169]

I have a 15’ 212 SS and I want to install a second battery, did you do a video on your additional battery installs.. also want to do underwater lights, any recommendations? How to’s?

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

@@jacksondaniels8169 those hinges are standard now. They are pretty nice. I did not do a video on battery install, all i did was made 2 new cables from 4 gauge power wire and put battery posts on each end ran them together in parallel.. (pos to pos, neg to neg) that way I have two batteries powering my stereo.. I have not looked into underwater lights only because we almost never go out at night so I honestly dont have any recommendations for you. If you get on the jetboaters.net page there is a wealth of knowledge about them though.

[@mikec.7160]

Hey brother, Is that charger killing the water in your batteries? I heard it has the tendency to do that.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

I haven't had any problems so far.

[@mikec.7160]

Rob's Yamaha Jetboat DIY Maintenance Awesome! Thank you.

[@minibar7165]

Good choice! I just installed the same charger for my three 12 Volt (36 Volt total) trolling motor batteries, works great.

[@silentmajor]

can you leave your batteries hooked up in series and still charge them ? Do you just hook up the charger leads like they are individual batteries? thanks

[@juniper-usa-shei]

2:07 starts

[@boylen6]

Nice job

[@fhernandez07]

Chamfer the gel coat to prevent the gel coat from cracking

[@Aby80]

great video and perfect work! now I can install mine, Thanks!

[@bthomas229]

CWO-4? Thank you for your service!!

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Thank you

[@theoharris3857]

Hey Rob, looks good, do you recommend this brand or any other?

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

This brand has been very reliable so far so yes I would recommend it with confidence.

[@LolzerCakes]

might wanna waterproof the endgrains of the plywood.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

It is. That's the stock plywood from the factory.

[@caseywasson8332]

Saltwater is so brutal! NO-OX the hell out of those connections!

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

I use a wax chain lube from the Yamaha dealer. Works awesome and stays on for a long ass time..

[@caseywasson8332]

@@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162 I also installed the same exterior plug, and put mine on the top rib just behind the tower brackets so i can get to it without having to take the cover off while its on the lift at LOZ

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Casey, I am experiencing the pain in the ass of the cover and to be honest, regretting putting it where I did... I may at some point place it somewhere else but I have to come up with a decent fix to the hole I already made... I have considered at waterproof multi port USB puck for charging phones... not sure yet.

[@bennysibbitt7890]

@@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162 on board charger makes things so much easier. I put mine plug in the back swim deck storage compartment so I don't have to climb all the way in boat to charge

[@chugaaa]

You can heard the fiber glass cracking just for being not careful enough with that kind of work, I can see a lot of spiderweb cracks all around that area in six months from now...sorry but you were extra lazy on this one, good idea though!!!

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

Well its been over a year and there are no cracks at all.

[@markj9024]

Great vid team 🇭🇲

[@TurtleShell31093]

SEMPER FI BROTHER

[@jlightning2178]

Not an expert or anything but I don't think your suppose to have the charger in the vicinity of the batteries, due to gasses produced when being charged. Might wanna check your manual.

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

I did actually as well as sent an email to NOCO just to verify because the manual doesn't clarify. They gave me an all clear.

[@robertmoriarty5686]

@@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162 Not a problem as box is well ventilated. However, please install covers over all your exposed terminals to meet safety standards. Thanks for taking the time to post this.

[@robertmoriarty5686]

......battery terminal that is.....

[@robsyamahajetboatdiymainte4162]

I did. The manual didn't specify. I emailed NOCO along with photo and they gave go ahead. The area has vents for speakers and the seat cushion is always open when charging.