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 Generator vs. Battery 
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I heard a generator is not that safe on an aluminum boat? Down here a lot of the charging systems on most flounder boats in the area run off an alternator hooked to a fan motor etc.

I have a few 12V light setups I've been playing with but was curious how many people are running generators on their rigs like the Honda or Generac. How does it hold up in the salt air? Any safety procedures so your not getting electrocuted :lol:

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GFCI..... only four letters that will save your life...

and for those do not know what that is... Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter


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I would absolutely buy a GFCI

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I run a honda 3000 and i get it wet running through open salt water bays sometimes and my wires on my deck aren't insulated very well either but ive never had a problem with it nor have i heard of anyone getting shocked

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8 of these.

4 of these
2 batterys
1 24vdc alt on fan motor
all hid ballast and 7" lights for under $300 dollars

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