Free Boat For Sale. Adventures of an Old Seadog, ep114
5 de outubro de 2018 · 15 min · 127K visualizações · Panama
O que este vídeo aborda
Barry Perrins upgrades the electrical system on his boat by installing a Voltronic solar charge controller, which manages both the house battery bank and a trickle charge for the starter battery.0:24 After verifying the wiring with a diagram, he confirms the unit functions by measuring a 17.8-amp charge output.1:35 He subsequently acquires a used wind generator from a departing cruiser, mounting it to his existing arch using salvaged stainless steel brackets and a dedicated control unit.4:54 The installation requires routing new cables and sealing deck fittings.12:07 Additionally, he performs routine engine maintenance by replacing the fuel filters.7:38 The boat’s inventory expands with salvaged gear including a 4-horsepower Yamaha outboard, fishing tackle, a spear gun, and medical supplies.6:05 He also participates in a local beach cleanup to address plastic pollution.8:46 Despite the new wind generator, the unit requires significant wind speeds to initiate power production.12:34 Proper electrical management and redundant charging sources improve energy independence for long-term cruising.
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