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Starting problem on my 2001 Carver 404


I recently purchased a Carver 404 Yacht. The boat is great. But, the headaches... UGH!

The boat has 4 6-Volt "house" batteries. It also has 2 starter batteries fir the engine (and another battery for the generator). When I switch the battery selector to #2, the boat starts fine. However, when I switch the battery selector to #1, I hear "clicking" but the engine will not start.

I replaced all house and the #1 batteries. This did not help. Also, when running on battery power (not shore power), lights dim and equipment flickers on/off. Obviously, in replacing all the batteries, I examined & changed all battery connections.

I suspect that, in the 20 years that the boat has been around, someone may have changed the wiring. I have searched for a wiring diagram without success. After replacing the batteries, I don't know the next step.

Any help would be really appreciated.

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