[rocky]

I am new to this site and have never owned a boat. I am thinking of buying a triumph 170cc with a 70 HP 2 stroke Yamaha engine. My concerns are for what battery or batteries to use.

* What accessories can be connected to the start up battery without impeding the starting of your engine. I plan on using a VHF radio and fishfinder(Should this be connected to a deep cycling battery). Is it better to use a hand held VHF radio/fishfinder to avoid this problem.

* Can the Bilge pump when connected to the starting battery strain the battery. Should your engine remain on when using the bilge pump.

* What type of wiring system is suggested for a dual battery setup. Should there be a cutoff switch between batteries.

* Does a portable car battery booster work for a boat.

* Should I charge a battery during periods of no usage. If so, what is considered the legnth of no usage requiring a charge, and what equipment is effective in order to charge the battery.