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    Power needed to run water maker.

    Just wondering how I would power a watermaker? The one I am thinking of says 230v @ 14-16amps Initially I thought I could run it when the engines are running but then I thought I would be better off with a Honda Genny, but I have my doubts about that even though they supposedly have 15 amp...
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    Epoxy Alternatives/split from Hendo's build thread

    Yep, thought it looked a bitch to sand You may consider Qcells which are light and easy to sand and I have used them with great success for decades though they are getting pricier than they were but still cheaper than bote cote list for their powders or I am looking into these Cenospheres -...
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    Fisher Panda Genset thoughts.

    I have read lots of rehashed dissatisfied reviews online regarding FP ( I have also read dissatisfied reviews of most every brand of genny) but they mostly seem to revolve around earlier models that pumped saltwater through the system leading to corrosion issues. They now pump fresh water...
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    Hynautic hydraulic engine controls

    Not that long ago I got a set (2 engine / 2 station) of Hynautic controls like but not as clean as these for a very good price :socool: (I have an extra 4 head units) I have swapped all the hynautic 5/16th brass compression fittings to suit nylon hose out with generic ones (Oz prices for...
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    A household fridge running on solar panels

    Its something I want to do simply because I want a reasonable amount of refrigeration and I dont want the expense or weight of a dedicated diesel genset. Many say it cant be done, some on other forums are saying they are doing it now as liveaboards, but with 2 small fridge/freezer A boat that...
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    Gardner Diesel in Asia

    Hi, I am looking at a trawler that has a Gardner , I assume at this stage, 8lxb in her (its an 8 something) I know they are a good motor but so are Cats, Cummins, Detroits etc and these engines are fairly common place with parts readily available. My question is, if I am in Indonesia or...
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