Hello All... New to the Group.
I have a 1976 Bristol 32 with a Yanmar 2QM20. Boat is about 11,000 pounds. The motor is nearing the end of its life and I have been saving up for a re-power. I am a pretty mechanically skilled person want to do some of the work but have limited time. I have always felt that electric boats made so much sense on so many levels. I want to get in the boat and sail. Not mess with the engine every weekend. I hate the smell, the noise, and the constant repairs.
We mostly do day sailing in the chesapeake bay and an electric motor seems ideal for me 95% of the time but I want a setup that would allow me to take longer rips when my kids get older.
I am trying to put a budget together for an electric setup. Here is what I had in mind and would love any input or suggestions you could give.
I would like a system that has a 3-5 hour range and have a small Honda generator as a backup for longer trips. I am on a budget and it seems that the AVG batteries are a good middle ground?
I have looked at the kits from Elco (too expensive) and the one from Electric yachts. If there are any more affordable setups, please let me know!
Thanks!
Jason
Posted by: jj@jasonburford.com
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