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Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar
01-11-2023, 14:43
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Safety Shore based power
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801
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markcouz
Re: Safety Shore based power
Very interesting read, thanks for that info.
What would be the risk of shock due to nearby lightning strike in salt water? If I am swimming and see a storm approaching I get out of the water - is...
Forum:
Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar
31-10-2023, 08:33
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Everything to bus bars?
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4,850
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markcouz
Re: Everything to bus bars?
So explain to me again why fuses are required [emoji848]
Forum:
Rules of the Road, Regulations & Red Tape
18-10-2023, 07:00
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Where's the best place to register my sailboat?
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6,064
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markcouz
Re: Where's the best place to register my sailboat?
I have been waiting 18 months since registration for Polish MMSI - registration was no problem but MMSI seems to be an issue.
My agent has offered me a British MMSI which is quick and easy, but I...
Forum:
Marine Electronics
16-10-2023, 05:37
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adaptor for ethernet to usb
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500
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markcouz
Re: adaptor for ethernet to usb
Have you set the correct IP address for the LAN adapter to communicate with the radar.
For my Garmin HD (similar to the Halo I believe) i needed to set the IP address to 172.16.1.1
Forum:
Plumbing Systems and Fixtures
06-10-2023, 04:10
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9
Grey Water Holding Tank Switch(es)
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634
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markcouz
Re: Grey Water Holding Tank Switch(es)
A float switch in the poo-pit won't work for long (probably float up once and never down again), it would need to be some form of contactless level sensor - ultra sonic, capacitive, etc
Forum:
Marine Electronics
02-10-2023, 09:27
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Wiring an ST60 Raymarine wind vane sensor through the hull
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386
Posted By
markcouz
Re: Wiring an ST60 Raymarine wind vane sensor through the hull
... almost done.
Wrap the plug joint at the bottom of the mast with self annealing tape to ensure integrity- then you're done.
Forum:
Marine Electronics
02-10-2023, 09:24
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Wiring an ST60 Raymarine wind vane sensor through the hull
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386
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markcouz
Re: Wiring an ST60 Raymarine wind vane sensor through the hull
I thing you will find some waterproof 5 pin connectors in the NMEA2000 family.
Get a male/female extender, cut it in half, splice each end into your wind sensor cable using your best solder +...
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Lithium Power Systems
29-09-2023, 19:57
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How to get the most accurate reading on LiFePo4s?
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2,756
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markcouz
Re: How to get the most accurate reading on LiFePo4s?
This seems like 1 question but requires 2 answers...
To the 1st part - Yes, I do have experience of that situation.
My yacht sat in a marina berth in Cape Town for several months while...
Forum:
Construction, Maintenance & Refit
27-09-2023, 06:00
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39
Yet another seacock question
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4,415
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markcouz
Re: Yet another seacock question
... with sufficient tape applied for a good seal and tight fit, you can set the 90' fitting at the angle required.
Forum:
Construction, Maintenance & Refit
27-09-2023, 05:55
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Yet another seacock question
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4,415
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markcouz
Re: Yet another seacock question
Any Teflon tape should do, just add the rounds needed to get the coverage and thickness that you require.
More importantly make sure not to mix parallel thread fittings with non-parallel...
Forum:
Engines and Propulsion Systems
27-09-2023, 05:36
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9
ZF68 gearbox free spin when engine is off
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1,464
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markcouz
Re: ZF68 gearbox free spin when engine is off
It is preferred to have a system to prevent the prop from spinning (folding/feathering prop or shaft brake).
Most have a hydraulic pump on input shaft to create oil pressure for lubrication and...
Forum:
Lithium Power Systems
25-09-2023, 09:11
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Solar chargers & BMS cutoffs
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2,718
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markcouz
Re: Solar chargers & BMS cutoffs
If you set your MPPT to a reasonable voltage (I use 13.8v for both bulk and float) then you will never reach an overcharge or imbalance situation that would trigger the BMS.
Forum:
General Classifieds (no boats)
24-09-2023, 16:41
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[SOLD]
Raymarine s2 smart pilot, st6001, s100 wireless
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markcouz
Re: Raymarine s2 smart pilot, st6001, s100 wireless
Sent PM...
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Lithium Power Systems
18-09-2023, 05:34
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20
How to get the most accurate reading on LiFePo4s?
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2,756
Posted By
markcouz
Re: How to get the most accurate reading on LiFePo4s?
I reach full balance at 13.8v (3.45v per cell) with a similar setup to you but at lower charge voltage, here is how...
I set bulk and float to 13.8v, with the result that my batteries float at...
Forum:
Lithium Power Systems
17-09-2023, 19:19
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20
How to get the most accurate reading on LiFePo4s?
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2,756
Posted By
markcouz
Re: How to get the most accurate reading on LiFePo4s?
If you charge your batteries to 13.8v (3.45v per cell) they will be fully charged, if you then stop charging and start discharging the voltage will quickly drop to around 13.4/13,2v
Most of the...
Forum:
Lithium Power Systems
17-09-2023, 19:05
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How to get the most accurate reading on LiFePo4s?
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2,756
Posted By
markcouz
Re: How to get the most accurate reading on LiFePo4s?
I suggest that you install a Victron BMV712, this will give you several benefits;
1. The BMV will measure the voltage at the battery post, not some other voltage subject to error due to voltage...
Forum:
General Sailing Forum
17-09-2023, 10:11
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42
Rat on board!
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5,996
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markcouz
Re: Rat on board!
This is very sad I agree, but a raptor is unlikely to find a rat that is poisoned on a yacht.
Forum:
Marine Electronics
14-09-2023, 19:25
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5
AutoPilot Control & Calibration - Network Old and New?
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359
Posted By
markcouz
Re: AutoPilot Control & Calibration - Network Old and New?
FYI, the presence of a gyro should improve the AP in operation, but it will not affect the calibration.
If you are unable to calibrate then it is likely the flux gate (which is an awful piece of...
Forum:
Marine Electronics
14-09-2023, 18:23
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5
AutoPilot Control & Calibration - Network Old and New?
Views:
359
Posted By
markcouz
Re: AutoPilot Control & Calibration - Network Old and New?
You can see if your gyro is correctly connected by looking at your AP response levels on the ST6002.
With a gyro present there should be 9 levels, I think 5 levels with no gyro.
Forum:
Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar
11-09-2023, 17:29
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29
Voltage drop with mixed wire sizes
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1,783
Posted By
markcouz
Re: Voltage drop with mixed wire sizes
Starter solenoid.... sheesh, nobody reads!
Forum:
Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar
10-09-2023, 12:50
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29
Voltage drop with mixed wire sizes
Views:
1,783
Posted By
markcouz
Re: Voltage drop with mixed wire sizes
You can absolutely mix wire sizes so long as the fuse/breaker is protecting the smallest wire in the circuit and your total volt drop is within spec.
A few inches of 12 awg will have negligible...
Forum:
Americas
09-09-2023, 04:59
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6
Carribean working visa
Views:
625
Posted By
markcouz
Re: Carribean working visa
My daughter Jayde is involved with crewing of charter yachts in the BVI/USVI, she has written a very detailed article on the requirements which can be viewed here;
...
Forum:
Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy
03-09-2023, 18:37
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26
Outboard Symptoms (help please)
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1,449
Posted By
markcouz
Re: Outboard Symptoms (help please)
One more vote for flooding via needle and seat, which is causing the starting troubles and smoke.
The needle has a rubber tip that seals against the seat when the bowl is full (pushed up by your...
Forum:
Marine Electronics
01-09-2023, 12:38
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7
Solar Panel
Views:
476
Posted By
markcouz
Re: Solar Panel
It should he fused close to the battery, about 125% of expected controller output.
The controller is current limited so doesn't need to be fused, but the battery can provide "unlimited" current,...
Forum:
Plumbing Systems and Fixtures
30-08-2023, 18:26
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5
Watermaker - high TDS with new filters
Views:
714
Posted By
markcouz
Re: Watermaker - high TDS with new filters
Does anyone know if I can use Vaseline or some other product on the o-rings in the membrane pressure vessel?
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