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EY 's Good service
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I was finally able to get a diagram from Scott at EY which has greatly clarified the issue, but we shall see if the motor runs properly when we test it on Saturday. Scott also assured me that…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Skip Barbour Oct 16, 2012.
EY motor set up
We still don't have the motor set up properly. The main problem is the lack of clear instructions. None of the parts are labeled and most importantly no diagrams for wiring or cables.We have…Continue
Started Oct 11, 2012
Lithium Ion Battery
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Someone on another electric boating group gave us a link to this complete 48 volt Lithium Ion Cell pack that only costs $1550.00 . Does anyone know anything about this company? It seems too …Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Greg Martin Apr 21, 2012.
Solar Panels in the Marine Environment
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I have been looking at an on-gird 250 watt 48 volt panel (CS5P-250M) made by Canadian Solar. unfortunately the warranty does not cover marine use, which is common. Do you any of you have …Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Capt. Mike Sep 29, 2011.
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Skip Barbour posted a status"Good conversation with Scott at EY. They are sure we can get the motor running and will replace it if the overheating has damaged it."
Skip Barbour posted a status"First run with the Electric yacht 260i went smoothly. Plenty of power at even a low setings"
Skip Barbour posted a status"Very discouraged trying to install my Electric Yacht system... vague, unclear instructions resulting in possible damage to some parts"
Skip Barbour posted a discussionLithium Ion Battery
Someone on another electric boating group gave us a link to this complete 48 volt Lithium Ion Cell pack that only costs $1550.00 . Does anyone know anything about this company? It seems too good to be true!!…See More
Skip Barbour posted a status"Getting ready for spring!! The boat is still a complete mess, but slowly we are getting the whole thing together..."
Skip Barbour posted a status"Does anyone on here have an arch for their solar panels? I would like to know more about the installation"
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- I am in the process of converting my Moody 34 sailboat to an all electric drive. I already have the Electric Yacht 260i system on board, the old Perkins 4108 removed. I will post photos of my progress. We are using an Electric Yacht 260i. I have been so busy at work that the installation has taken way longer than I would have thought.. but that is due to slow workers at the boat yard, not the difficulty of installation.Update, I am attempting to finish the installation myself. The directions are very opaque,we have basically lost the season trying to find out information on essential elements... I am very discouraged at this point
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New Photos of Interior work
We have almost reinstalled all of the interior panels and the refinished cabin sole.Please do not laugh too hard at my wood refinishing work!! The engine installation will be finished next week along with the battery tie downs where the fuel tank use to be.
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 11:10pm
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Pat Neal posted a discussionBelt drive
Ok kiddsI have the system put together and still have an issue. I have a 16*14 3blade prop and a 0913 motor sevcon gen 4 & 8 J305s (DIY kit from Thunderstruk EV realy good people) The boat is a 77 Morgan 33O/I 14500lb 27'l wl 11'8" beam 3'9' draft full keel@ 48v I started with 2:1 reduction and have changed to 3:1 useing the 1in L seires 3/8 pitch belt@ about 125amps the belt goes up in smoke. It will run allday @ 30-50 amps I have been checking out other members stats and every one…See More
Max Sail posted a discussionWhich hull shape is better for regen?
Which hull do you think would make the best electric conversion, in terms or regen, battery location, or any other observations you might have? Looks like the Cherokee bilges might be a bit shallow for batteries?Thanks!See More
David Warr posted a status"The boat is in Greece and the motor is in UK - somehow - one day they will meet..."
Max Sail posted a discussionStarter advice for Max's New Electro Project
I'm on the hunt for a cheap old cruising sailboat to electrify for Lake Michigan and future long range cruising. I'm currently considering a Cal 30-1, Chris Craft Cherokee 32, and various Cheoy Lee Offshore models from 30 to 40 ft.Before I buy a boat, I figured it would be wise to get some input on what to look for or avoid in a good conversion candidate. Any general input appreciated. Most boats I'm looking at have an old atomic 4.I'm considering a 10kw electric yacht system, although I keep…See More
Nate Jones posted a videoLaunching "Maine's Quietest Lobsterboat."
The Friendship Sloop Sarah Mead hits the water with her brand new electric propulsion system.
Xavi Prats posted a discussionNew website
DEar collegues,After some time without changes on the net resources, due that we are focused on the product development and investigation, we remake our webseite at INNOVANAUTIC, we invite all of you to visit the web page www.innovanautic.com and talk about it and about your impressions.Best regards,See More
Boyd Jordan added a discussion to the group SolidNav User Group
SolidNav UpDate and GEN4 Converstion
I bought David Carrolls Catalina 30 with the SolidNav Explorer in it that didn't work. It was giving the 3 blinks code on the LED flash and sometimes 4 blinks on the LED flash.I called Thunder Struck Motors who are extremely smart and helpful people and talked to them about what would be the best route to take to fix the system. After exploring all options. I decided to buy a brand new GEN4 Controller, the wiring harness, and the new style better throttle control and have it all programmed…See More
Capt. Mike posted a discussionHelm Instrumentation Project
Recently I built a helm instrumentation panel so I could keep and eye on battery voltages and current draw on the propulsion bank without leaving the helm while underway. It worked out pretty good though I still have to mount it permanently. The links to the process I went through are here:http://biankablog.blogspot.com/2013/02/instrumentation-project-part-one-plan-a.html…See More
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Hi Skip,
The SolidNav Explorer has worked great for three years now. I did have an issue with the early Sevcon controller not being able to shift from forward to reverse (brakes!) until the prop stopped. Before I got the Sevcon fix I added a shaft brake which eliminated that problem. I also wanted a shaft brake to stop the prop from spinning when I did not need regen. It's a sweet unit.
Mark
Hi, I have a 25' Aleutka, Yes a real live Aleutka, designed by Dr. John Letcher in the early 70's. It was in Ferenc Mate's book " Best Boats to Build or Buy" and of course Jon Letcher's classic " Self-Steering for Sailing Craft"
It was designed as an engineless minimalist cruiser, although mine has an outboard well. My hope is to find a Ray Electric outboard to power her. I have a wind-bugger to charge the batteries and am working on the solar panel configuration now.- Will
Hey hey! Welcome to Electric Seas!
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