Battery location

M_A_GT160

M_A_GT160

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Does it matter what side of Aft the battery will go ? I have a 72 Glastron GT160.
 
Fleetwin

Fleetwin

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Re: Battery location

Usually best to put it opposite of driving position. Batteries are heavy.

Especially mount it opposite a fuel tank if the fuel tank is port or starboard.
 
A

Another retired guy

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Re: Battery location

Consider the normal loading of the boat. If it's just you, then place it on the opposite side - if two or more people, then consider seating location and weight of people. In my boat, both batteries are on the starboard side along with me. This usually gives us a level ride!!
 
Grub54891

Grub54891

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Re: Battery location

Hmmmm...Rebuilding my boat now,mabe I'll put it low and in the middle someplace,replacing everything anyway,why not make a place low and inside instead of on stb side up in the new flooring? I could use that space for storage..... Hmmmmm.....! Mabe I can move the trim pump too!
Grub
 
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