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Broken wire at alternator


Took our 1988 Santego out for its first real run since we purchased it this spring.

Had to change the float switch for the bilge pump and while I was crammed into the engine bay I noticed the main battery wire to the starboard engine alternator has rotten away.
I assume since it was already installed it will be ok to repair and reconnect it?
This is my first twin engine boat so I am being overly careful and asking lots of questions before doing any repairs that may have unexpected results.

If anyone can briefly describe how the dual alternators work that would also be helpful. Do they just work together in parallel?

Thanks.

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