Rectifier15hp Yamaha

[aus2045]

I have a 2Str 15HP Yamaha and want to fit a rectifier to charge a small 12v Battery on extended trips.

Thing is the Yamaha part is around $100.
Now I was thinking could I just go to Jaycar and get a simple bridge rectifier ($4.00), which in theory would give me pulsating DC. Could I then use a capacitor and resistor to give me a flat DC output to charge the battery?

[Shark Poker]

Unless it has changed, that rectifier option for around $100 is the best value outboard accessory, ever. Totally under-rated and unkown to many.
I had one on my 50 Yammy.
I suggest you get it done properly and enjoy the peace of mind.
Save your caps and resistors for Xmas lights.
Pauly

[CATchin'Em]

Buy the genuine or youll be doing it again saltwater and electronics are not friends.
Just my 2 cents.

[aus2045]

I think you are correct. Although $100 is a lot of money (5 weeks worth of fuel for my car) its best to do it right the first time.