I am currently building a 21-foot, double ender sailboat at 4,635 lbs of displacement. The boat was designed for an inboard engine but I was considering installing an electric drive system. I had been talking to ELCO about using one of their systems but became frustrated by them. I searched the net and found Electric Yacht (www.electricyacht.com). Scott has been very helpful and has recommended a 24 volt system with the electric motor in line with the shaft.
My questions to you folks are:
1. Has any one worked with or know of Electric Yacht and can provide me with some input.
2. Are there other system suppliers that you would recommend that I contact?
3. On this group site, there is a link to Advanced Marine electric Propulsion (AMeP) (www.advancedmarineelectricpropulsion.com) . As stated on their web site "The motor unit contains a brushless DC, permanent magnet, variable speed motor and controller in a watertight housing. " That seems like a good idea but don't really know. Any thoughts or comments on this arrangement?
4. In general, any recommendations on what I should be considering or even avoid would be useful.
Thank you in advance
Dave
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