Land Rats on a Bartered Sailboat · vidéo

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The crew installs a custom solar arch on their sailboat, mounting three panels to increase electrical capacity.0:24 They utilize two 18-volt, 165-watt panels on the sides and one larger 72-cell panel in the center.0:43 The side panels feature a swivel base and adjustable stays, allowing the crew to angle them toward the sun throughout the day.1:27 To secure the panels, the crew replaces initial caravan-style fittings with dual-hook hardware to prevent the mounts from popping out.9:07 The two side panels connect in parallel to a 12-volt system for the VHF and electronics, while the central panel feeds the house battery bank.9:41 Wiring runs through waterproof deck fittings installed on the cabin top.10:58 The boat is moved out of the workshop using a block and tackle system to facilitate the final mounting of the arch.5:39 The crew plans to test the system's output over several weeks to confirm the charging performance.10:19

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