Adding a alternator to outboard.

[Tom Hultberg]

I have an 8hp Nissan outboard with electric starter. I would like to add an alternator to charge batteries while out for two to four day sails. Two questions:1. Can I add one if I have an electric starter?2. Any clue about the cost of parts? I'll install it myself.Thanks, Toms/v ChrisAnna

 

[red coles]

No charge?

Hi Tom: Can't believe an electric start OB doesn't have an alternator. Never worked on Nissans, but have seen small car alternators Goldberged onto outboards. Look real good, and make sure they're isn't a charging ckt. Good luck red

 

[al]

alternator

go to nissanmarine.com they show that a lighing circuit is available on the 8hp electric start motor

 

[Michael Stephens]

Manuals for Nissan

I downloaded the manual for the Nissan 8hp off their website. It ispdf format and shows thw alternator. Mine came with one.Michael Stephens

 

[Thomas Tongue]

Limited power

This is what Nissan told me: "The alternator output is going through a red wire (with in line fuse) fromthe rectifier (changes AC to DC) to the starter solenoid and then to thebattery through the battery cables. Please contact me if you have anyfurther questions.Garland LewisProduct Specialist"It's enough to run the lights but will never charge a battery. I'm also curious if there is a kit for an alternator with more umph!Tom/DFW