TOP 6 Electrical Spares Jeff Keeps On His Boat! PYS Tech Talk
September 11, 2026 · 7 min · 10K views
What this video covers
Jeff Cote of Pacific Yacht Systems recommends maintaining a comprehensive kit of electrical spares to resolve common system failures while cruising.0:38 Essential items include a full range of ATO/ATC blade fuses (1A to 30A) and glass fuses in various amperages.1:55 Because fuse holders can melt or fail independently of the fuse, carry spare ATO/ATC and glass fuse holders rated for both standard and high-amperage applications.3:46 For larger systems, identify and stock specific high-current fuses unique to the vessel, such as ANL, Class T, or MRBF fuses used for inverters, windlasses, and house loads.2:53 A complete repair kit should also include assorted ring and butt connectors in standard color-coded sizes (red, blue, and yellow) to match common wire gauges.4:25 Finally, keep spare lengths of 10, 14, and 18 AWG wire in both red (positive) and yellow (negative) to facilitate field repairs.4:54 Carrying these specific components allows boaters to troubleshoot and fix electrical faults at anchor, preventing the need to return to port for minor maintenance issues.1:18
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