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Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 11-10-2015, 16:44
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
Re: Alternator + Inverter vs Generator

Northern Lights doesn't know what they are talking about. I am using a 40 liter Isotherm and don't even notice it for temperature. The thermostat controls temperature and heat goes to the water...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 02-03-2010, 07:47
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
Yes, the Amel's (used tto?) come with them....

Yes, the Amel's (used tto?) come with them. However, none of the Amel's I have visited had it operational so there you go...

cheers,
Nick.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 01-03-2010, 18:54
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
Tallyhorob, I'm afraid there are many...

Tallyhorob,

I'm afraid there are many questions from many different posters in this thread and we all have a hard time keeping them apart. The OP is gonna fit a genset because of Texas heat and...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 01-03-2010, 07:41
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
Define "abuse".... I don't try to... My...

Define "abuse".... I don't try to...

My previous set lasted 5 years but I only equalized them once or twice, had them submerged in fresh water once and probably overcharged them a bit now and...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 28-02-2010, 23:00
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
I just installed 6 new Trojan L16's, mostly...

I just installed 6 new Trojan L16's, mostly because I have enough projects already and had these batteries before the new set also and could simply swap them.

I was tempted to go AGM in the L16...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 28-02-2010, 20:53
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
Do you do that at home too? Sure that works,...

Do you do that at home too?

Sure that works, great when you're out camping or weekend / holiday boat trips but when you live aboard full time, I see no harm in having some of the same luxuries as...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 28-02-2010, 18:32
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
Yes, the Frankenmaker, that's it. Strange it...

Yes, the Frankenmaker, that's it. Strange it didn't come up in Goggle for me...

About AGM's... they are just lead acid technology but the construction is different and that affects the charging...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 28-02-2010, 06:49
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
When you spend your time away from docks, make...

When you spend your time away from docks, make your own water and take enough fuel with you, there's little need for fenders. I would stow them in that spare bunk, put inside an old sailbag or...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 27-02-2010, 20:31
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
I think the sewing machine sized Kubota will fit...

I think the sewing machine sized Kubota will fit in your cockpit lockers.

For some ideas, look here: Aquamarine, Inc - (https://www.aquamarineinc.net/content/aquagen.html)
28"L x 13.5"W x 15.75"H...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 27-02-2010, 18:45
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
Well, if all the room you've left is barely...

Well, if all the room you've left is barely enough for a Honda, then you're out of options.

So tell me, where are you going to store your fenders, dinghy, sailbags, bucket, liferaft, provisions,...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 27-02-2010, 07:13
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
Yes, a combination of induction and propane would...

Yes, a combination of induction and propane would be great. I'm not sure about finding room for that though....

cheers,
Nick.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 26-02-2010, 16:03
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
What I know is that the Northern Lights dealer in...

What I know is that the Northern Lights dealer in Ft Lauderdale never had the question on where to connect the waterheater to the genset's coolant loop before. They just don't know sailboats, it all...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 26-02-2010, 06:54
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
I have noticed that it is standard practice in...

I have noticed that it is standard practice in the USA to heat water with the AC powered electric element. In the EU, every boat uses the heat exchanger in the water heater instead, plumbing it into...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 25-02-2010, 14:19
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
Okay, on installation costs: I don't know...

Okay, on installation costs:

I don't know much about all the brands, but the Northern Lights genset comes complete with mounts, stainless drip pan etc. You just shove it in there. Also, the...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 24-02-2010, 20:56
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
Hi Akio, Your charging system sounds...

Hi Akio,

Your charging system sounds fabulous and much like our setup. Now, you only need to install a generator ;-)

I say that because no, you have no optimum balance at all. Let's do some...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 24-02-2010, 14:53
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
I just installed a brand spanking new Northern...

I just installed a brand spanking new Northern Lights 6 kW genset. It cost me $7,400 FOB Miami and $80 transport to Panama. Installation $0 because I do everything myself.

We run the genset an...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 24-02-2010, 10:02
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
Dockhead: what I meant is that a genset even...

Dockhead: what I meant is that a genset even makes sense without A/C in some situations, like spending years at anchor without shore-power and water-hose conveniences. The costs of the genset are...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 24-02-2010, 07:34
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
Guys, it really depends on how the boat is used....

Guys, it really depends on how the boat is used. Even when you spend "days" at anchor, you can still do without genset. But we have spent years at anchor with the only dock touched being the...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 23-02-2010, 15:06
Replies: 83
Views: 31,218
Posted By s/v Jedi
I agree with Bill. Also, you should look at...

I agree with Bill.

Also, you should look at a good inverter/charger that will cost $3,500-$4,500 in the 5kW range.

My personal preference is to use the engine for propulsion only, plus a little...
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