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Compelling reason to restore my antique diesel
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 Ok, before I'm kicked out of the forum, look at this Utube.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21rJ30Y-sZg I don't have the same engine but my…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Walter Graupner May 21, 2012.

electric motor selection
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Greetings all,Maybe I didn't search the right places but got no information when I did.I've decided to go electric. My boat is a 1971 Nantucket Clipper, 7.5 ton yawl. She has a 3/4 full keel cutaway…Continue

Tags: planning, motors, simplicity, controller, dependability

Started this discussion. Last reply by Tom Hruby Apr 13, 2012.

 

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Compelling reason to restore my antique diesel

 Ok, before I'm kicked out of the forum, look at this Utube.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21rJ30Y-sZg I don't have the same engine but my diesel is an old lifeboat type engine that has a similar characteristic. Another hobby I enjoy is playing music and this could be very handy. Any ideas on how I could get this out of an electric motor? WalterSee More
May 11, 2012
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electric motor selection

Greetings all,Maybe I didn't search the right places but got no information when I did.I've decided to go electric. My boat is a 1971 Nantucket Clipper, 7.5 ton yawl. She has a 3/4 full keel cutaway aft.I would like to find the best motor to fit my ideal auxilary power source. As a sailor I want something that will go when it's needed. Dependability. My sails will always be the primary but I just ran aground on my friends boat and the removal process involved his powerful diesel in reverse and…See More
Apr 10, 2012
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Walter Graupner posted a status
"Got loads of questions about electric power, regenerative braking, chargers of all kinds and sailing diesel free."
Apr 10, 2012
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Rebuilding an old sailboat with intentions of using electrical power.

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At 12:33pm on April 9, 2012, Greg Martin said…

Hi Walter, so what kind of sailboat are you rebuilding? I restored/ renewed my 1967 Bristol 32 with an electric propulsion system and I can say it was the best thing I ever did. Please tell us about your project!

 

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Belt 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
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Which 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
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"The boat is in Greece and the motor is in UK - somehow - one day they will meet..."
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Starter 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
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Launching "Maine's Quietest Lobsterboat."

The Friendship Sloop Sarah Mead hits the water with her brand new electric propulsion system.
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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
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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
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Helm 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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