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Batteries on a 1983 35FC

Author:
Urnie Krueger

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Date Posted: 09/ 28/ 05, 7:37pm

I am trying to wire the system so two batteries are used to only start the coach. Too often when the coach sets for awhile it needs to be jumped to start. I have tried a few things - but then the batteries do not charge when the engine is running.
Does anyone have a wiring diagram for this problem?

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[> Subject: Re: Batteries on a 1983 35FC

Author:
Ben Bass
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Date Posted: 12/ 20/ 05, 4:15pm

Hi
No wiring diagram to fix the problem, but I do have a basic diagram from either an 81 or 83 FC. If that would help.
Our 82FC,when started doesn't charge either. However, after it's warmed a bit I find that either A) when we hit the highway, the old girl will start charging, or B) If I'm
we are not moving the coach, just a couple of good blips to the throttle will get her charging.
Don't know if it's common, just one we live with.
Another thought-before we had found/learned about some of the hidden switches,my batteries drained quickly. For when the coach was not in use, I installed knife blade cut-offs on each battery, ginny included.

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[> Subject: Re: Batteries on a 1983 35FC
Author: DENNIS YOUNG [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 12/ 29/ 05, 9:47pm I have installed a relay that separates the starting batteries and other batteries. When I start the coach, it energizes and connects all batteries, which allows them all to charge together off the alternator. I also have separate battery chargers for the starting batteries, and house batteries. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]