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24 volt to 36 volt
Posted: Sun Mar 28, 2021 4:18 pm
by RJB
I’m sure this has been covered but I want to buy a new Ultrex for my 2013 Ranger which is a 24v system. If I convert it to 36v I can get the 112 lb thrust motor. My question is, is it hard to convert it over and second, would I have to buy a new charger as well? Thanks!!
Re: 24 volt to 36 volt
Posted: Sun Mar 28, 2021 10:19 pm
by Twitchin'Grub
You'll need to add an extra battery and go to a 4 bank charger.
And, You Probably Will Want To.....
Posted: Mon Mar 29, 2021 4:45 am
by Richard - Sonora
upsize the power supply wiring from the battery location(s) thru the gunnels to the bow. Years ago I converted from 12v to 24v and problems followed - power loss when metered at bow and circuit breaker even when replacing with larger capacity assembly.
Re: 24 volt to 36 volt
Posted: Mon Mar 29, 2021 11:00 am
by Mitch
90% sure your wiring is sufficient for 36v, but you'll need to add 1 more battery, Jumper wire, and either a 4 bank charger or an additional 1 bank charger. You'll also need to upgrade to a 60amp breaker.
Re: 24 volt to 36 volt
Posted: Mon Mar 29, 2021 11:29 am
by RJB
Mitch wrote:90% sure your wiring is sufficient for 36v, but you'll need to add 1 more battery, Jumper wire, and either a 4 bank charger or an additional 1 bank charger. You'll also need to upgrade to a 60amp breaker.
Mitch you are the man! Thanks. I wouldn’t have thought about upgrading the breaker.
Re: 24 volt to 36 volt
Posted: Tue Mar 30, 2021 10:53 am
by Robb R
Minn Kota has a really good guide on their website regarding wiring size .
It wasn't real clear on mixing of battery group sizes . I just went to a 24V system and have one 27 and one 24 , so I assume my run time will be mainly limited to capacity of the group 24 .