Angel,
You might consider one 200 watt 48 volt solar panel that will cost as much or less that 3 more 80 watt panels and take up less space. I have used one cruising for the past 6 months and have been very pleased. Keep the existing panel for the house batteries.
Merrick
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> Dave, I am planning in doing the same for my Catalina 30. Right now, my first decision is if I want to use an "internal" mortor connected to the shaft, or the Re-e-power. The adventage to that system that I see is that it frees up room inside the boat, where if needed, I can put a portable generator (after puting exaust pipes and all that). Also, the water helps keep it cool. Additionally, I was told that if I install it with the prop facing forward, it really helps during regeneration mode.
> The clearest disadventage in my mind is the price, at $3800 for the 3000 model, plus the charger and the batteries.
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> As for sailing kits, I am looking foward to hear feedback from the group. I am looking for a system that will replace my 25 HP engine on my Catalina 30 MKII, and that will allow me to motor at 4 knots for up to 8 hours. I currently have on 80W 12v solar panel, but I will adding three more once I install the engine. I live in Florida.
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> Thanks,
> Angel A. Rebollo
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> > Hello-
> > I have decided to try and convert my catalina 30 from diesel to electric, and am thrilled to have found this group. I have been searching the postings for any sample parts lists and prices. Any recommendations on previous posts that have covered this topic?
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> > Dave Tetta
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