Regulators

The house batteries are regulated by a "Next Step 2" alternator regulator produced by Ample Technology of Seattle, USA. It is dedicated solely to regulation of the output from the 160-amp alternator to the four "house" batteries.

The "starting" bank charged by the 50-amp alternator using its internal regulator. Once the "starting" bank is charged a relay is used to divert charging to the electric anchor winch.

So we now have two fairly independent electrical systems: separate pulleys, belts, alternators, regulators, and switches.

The photo shows the external regulator above the two large bus bars installed by Bruce & Co. ... Yes, I know, the wiring looks messy. The only way to really clean it up is by a complete rewiring.