Hi Scott,
There are many options available and it pays to do the research before jumping in to a repower. What is your time worth? It may be worth it to look at some of the systems available that have already done the engineering for you. Even in this area, there are options to look at. Besides Electric Yacht, you should look at AMeP, ELCO, Mastervolt and ASMO Marine. You will find that these companies, while not advertising on this list, will offer you a lot of information and insight in to finding the best solution for repowering your boat with electric propulsion.
Sally Reuther
The Universal 5411 gave up the ghost and the iron genny was pulled and retired today.
I am seeking advice on how to fill this messy hole under the cockpit sole (having first cleaned said hole). While I am an Electrical Engineer by training and highly mechanical by nature, I have a pretty demanding job and not a lot of time. I may also be putting the boat up for sale after completion of this project, so am sensitive to prices as well. However, I figure a green boat will command a bit of a premium -- or at least help it sell. The boat in question is a 1983 Catalina 27, Hull #5425 that is in good condition.
Idea #1:
sail out from dock; drill approx 5" hole fwd of shaft; swim like hell for the shore and file insurance claim.
Idea #2:
find a used iron lung to keep puffing ($1500?) and pay master mechanic to install -- total cost $4000?
Idea #3:
pay said master mechanic to repower with a new smoke bomb -- $7000.
Idea #4:
Repower with Electric
4a. Thunderstruck sells a Mars kit (http://www.thunderstruck-ev.com/index.php?dispatch=products.view&product_id=54) for $1250. Add batteries ($1000?) and some creative install from the master. Total project: $3000?
4b. other parts/vendors...
Questions:
what about reduction gearing? Can/Should my Hurth gearbox be reused? What about my 2-blade folding prop? How do I put the prop "in gear" when sailing? Should I? What other components are important that don't usually get mentioned? What are the gotchas? Should I even do this? Are my project costs reasonable? Has anyone put together a project planner for this kind of thing?
Anyone wanna buy a boat without an engine?
Thanks for your thoughts in advance.
--Scott
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