I have such a tight schedule I have not posted much, would like to share more.
Project 1: rig new boat (2003) for Caribbean trip Dec 1.
- New Batteries, 5 8Ds replacing the 48Ds, No more space.
- 4 – 270 watt solar panels = 1080 watts =~24ah
- 210 amp Idle pro Alternator/ Balmar regulator
- A case of rum
I did post a while ago about LiFepo3 Batteries, and if I had more time I would go that way. I found out today RVs are now being build without generators BUT with Lifepo3 Batteries!! Makes sense, finite space, Generator cost, amp available from Li bank, ease charging with big Alternators.
Update::: I was tying to buy thru Alibaba, solar panels and Batteries, 1st Li, then Gel. It was a NIGHTMARE. Canceled order. Long story. Going to put in Gels 220ah x 5 =1100ah. Any ideas Gel vs AGM? I am not a writer, I am a builder. You have shared so much info, I wanted to share my knowledge too.
Next part is how to make all these systems play together. LOL
New Radar, plotcharter. Gramin