65' Long Range Cruiser

[Mailman]

Can you recommend any books, video series that supports maintenance on general boat systems ?

[rtrafford]

Can you recommend any books, video series that supports maintenance on general boat systems ?

A really good foundation builder:

http://www.theboatingbible.com

I keep a small library on board, at the helm, and when I make good relations with hired hands, be it for crew and mechanics, I often give them one of these books and quickly go to replace it. Great for reference as well as education.

[Mailman]

Thank you so much


My last question and to the board

There is a Hatteras 48 IRC on yachtworld.com Both generators need to be replaced, asking $125,000

Is there technology out there where you could replace one or both generators using solar
power?

[Jammin']

I'll give you a partial answer. It depends on how you use the boat and how much power you need in a given period of time. If you don't have a generator you won't be running the air conditioning or an electric stove away from shore power. Some sailboaters do it. So the answer is, it depends.

[Boatsb]

Thank you so much


My last question and to the board

There is a Hatteras 48 IRC on yachtworld.com Both generators need to be replaced, asking $125,000

Is there technology out there where you could replace one or both generators using solar
power?

I build inverter systems to do just that but they need to be charged with wind and solar to make it 100% renewable energy.

LiFePo batteries will charge much more efficiently than lead acid. My customer with the 45 leopard had no need to run the generator for months without air conditioning but had it if he needed it.

I'd look at a new generator and a smart integrated inverter as an option. I set up all kinds of systems. Having a smaller generator with additional power from an inverter could be a great solution.

PM me if you want to get into details.

[Jazomir]

Interesting concept from Marex Norway) that could be useful for those contemplating gennie/battery/inverter upgrades. Their boats offer a separate electrical system for the fridge/freezers on their cruisers comprised of solar panels and dedicated batteries. It is certainly something I would consider on a big boat along with a large LiFePO4 batteries and inverter(s) as an alternative to a new/upgraded generator. Many new boats (Dashew et al) have the capability to run all or most of their power needs - even aircon - using this setup often with the option of solar pv. Obviously easier to do and more efficient with newer boats but not too difficult even on something the size of the65lrc. Lifepo4 prices are coming down and capacities and sizes reducing so the cost and weight of battery vs genies is now making this alternative acceptable.

[Flying Dutchman]

Can you recommend any books, video series that supports maintenance on general boat systems ?

Boatowners Mechanical and Electrical Manual by Nigel Calder

https://www.amazon.com/Boatowners-Me...4787320&sr=8-1

[Byresch]

Boatowners Mechanical and Electrical Manual by Nigel Calder

https://www.amazon.com/Boatowners-Me...4787320&sr=8-1

I always had that on board my boats and still have my copy.

[Freeebird]

Did this boat sell?

The listing was gone when I did my daily drool.

[edward]

The YOUTUBE video is still available .