Richard,
The only thing I could see you updating are the electronics and computer control systems. The SolidNav used the old atomic 4 controls and I always thought that was a weak point - replacing a 30 year old motor but keeping the controls? I know that with our older brush motors, very few issues and it would not be hard to upgrade. Again the elecronics would be nice to have.
Scott can be reached by going to the website. http://electricyacht.com.
I really do enjoy meeting and speaking about our brave new world of electric sailing. I will be doing presentations at several local boats shows.
Mike
--- In electricboats@yahoogroups.com, "Richard" <rwsandersii@...> wrote:
>
> Mike,
> Could you provide that contact information?
> It is good to hear the field is growing and hopefully the SolidNav product will be picked up by someone. I knew this was a possibility when I bought electric, but with the overall reliability, I don't expect to have a problem for years.
> I shouldn't have to worry too much about an upgrade as I probably have one of the latest. It was bought for installation probably around January 2010.
> Disappointing anyway.
> Thanks,
> Richard
>
> --- In electricboats@yahoogroups.com, "mikegunning@" <mikegunning@> wrote:
> >
> > Richard,
> > I have spoken to a number of SolidNav dealers in California, I support Electric Yachts, and they have indicated that SolidNav has not been active for about 18 months. No communication and no service from the manufacturer. In today's economy and with the state of the boating industry, this happens. I hope that the growing number of creative companies become successful as the ability of boaters to choose is helpfull to all of us. At the Strictly Sailing Pacific in Oakland, there were 5 electric propulsion vendors this year as compared to one, us, last year. I have invited one of my competitors to join me at the Venture Boat Show as I think prospects need to know that electric propulsion is real.
> > If anyone has a issue with a SolidNav unit, they might want to contact Scott at Electric Yacht as he can provide newer upgrade products for you. I find that most engine repair and electricians will fall short on support for our electric systems.
> > Mike
> > Electric Yachts of Southern California
> >
> > --- In electricboats@yahoogroups.com, "Richard" <rwsandersii@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Steve,
> > > I was going to pass a link because SolidNav had an outboard shown on their site, but the site is gone. Anyone know what happened?
> > >
> > > I hope they aren't gone. After a lot of comparison shopping when I selected their motor, it really appeared to be the best for the money. The comparable system from Mastervolt is about twice the price.
> > >
> > > Richard
> > >
> > > --- In electricboats@yahoogroups.com, "Steve" <sstuller@> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Am I the only person on the planet earth wondering why Torqeedo stopped manufacturing the Travel 401 and Travel 801 motors? The new models 503 and 1003 have been reduced to dinghy motors because they cannot be connected to external batteries and the 1003 cannot use the high thrust prop that was on the 801 because of its' higher RPMs. At almost $2000 the 503 and 1003 are just too expensive if their only use is as a dinghy motor. Thanks. Steve S.
> > > >
> > >
> >
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