Kevin and I motored the Ericson 27 from her dock out to San Francisco Bay, testing the system for its intended purpose: Navigating to and from the dock for a day of sailing. With a little extra current limit, the top speed increased to 5.2mph, at the expense of 10 more amps. The boat ran nicely at 45 amps and 4.2mph, with some additional power in reserve to recover speed lost during maneuvering. The 45 minute round trip was made on one set of 100aH AGMs, with a second set in reserve. The batteries were still at 12.4v immediately upon return. The sound at 45 amps is not intrusive, as Kevin and I held a conversation at normal volume. The sound of the wind and waves was often louder than the motor, but the motor does have a constant tone. I'll have it in a rubber mount when time permits. For now, the solid motor mount will do.
Arby
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