| Dear John, A good running engine, diesel or gasoline, can be sold to offset the cost of an electric conversion. If you calculate your expenses for engine maintenance and factor in eventual replacement cost (should you intend to keep the boat long enough), you'll find that the electric system will indeed be greener for your wallet as well. We've been converting day charter Catalina 30's for Tradewinds Sailing School and Club. They have no maintenance cost on their electric boats, which see near daily use for most of the year on SF Bay. Tradewinds has several Catalina 30's in their fleet and can make a direct comparison for cost of operation per hour. With over nine months in daily charter service, only once has a boat run out of juice and had to sail back into the slip (oh, the horrors..!). Similar diesels (Universals) require constant attention, frequently break down, and require messy oil changes and costly re-fueling. The electric boats are always reserved first, enjoyed by family who can be below deck in poor weather, and are preferred for their instant power and reliability. Be Well, Arby Bernt Advanced Marine electric Propulsion |
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