Much better options for batteries now. Building my own right now, 580 AH lithium for less than 18 hundred with 6k cycles. Also have 84 volt panels on my motor home now, superior to 18 volt panels. Already have 4 extra in storage for a sailboat, 435 watts each. We have plenty of electric to stay off grid.
You show 12 volt panels but with a Mppt controller you can use higher voltage panels which are more efficient and will generate power in lower light conditions. Of course if you use a pulse width modulator controler, which are much cheaper but much less efficient, you have to use 12 volt panels
"Wow" - I've been sailing for 6 years and working towards a buy, awesome no bullshit advice from Chris, a "lifetime sailor", you can't put a $ value on that!
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This the most practical and helpful video I have seen in regards to boat buying.
Much better options for batteries now. Building my own right now, 580 AH lithium for less than 18 hundred with 6k cycles. Also have 84 volt panels on my motor home now, superior to 18 volt panels. Already have 4 extra in storage for a sailboat, 435 watts each. We have plenty of electric to stay off grid.
You show 12 volt panels but with a Mppt controller you can use higher voltage panels which are more efficient and will generate power in lower light conditions. Of course if you use a pulse width modulator controler, which are much cheaper but much less efficient, you have to use 12 volt panels
I never have sailed in my life always fishing boats in the ocean but my dream is to sail
I want one, and am also 6'6". Unfortunately I won't be able to afford it for at least 3 years.
Wish I could go sailing with you mate but I’m Australian so a bit far away. Love your videos though. 😎👍
You can definitely get a dinghy and motor for less than $5000…
This is somewhat of a year later ,watching this on the fundraising to know if it’s still an option…
"Wow" - I've been sailing for 6 years and working towards a buy, awesome no bullshit advice from Chris, a "lifetime sailor", you can't put a $ value on that!
Go to Walmart and buy lead acid batteries for 100 to 150 $
My friend you making stuff too expensive I get it sometimes it gets expensive very fast but