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Old 06-28-2016, 05:01 PM   #3
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The 220/240 volt vs 120/110 volt is not the problem. The problem is the hertz.

In the Eastern Caribbean we have had a lot of experience with North Americans buying European boats and vice versa. Haven't heard of anyone switching over, most just live with the issue. This is feasible in the Eastern Caribbean because both power systems are available. It is even doable for a couple of years with a North American boat in Europe. Have difficulty imaging getting European power (other than your generator) in most of the US or Canada.

Several times over the last few years I have been asked by Europeans who have North American boats in the Eastern Caribbean to bring them (US to St. Lucia say) a North American toaster, coffee pot or microwave. These generally are not available in European electrical zone countries. Very difficult to find a 220 v toaster, coffee pot or TV in the US.

Suggestion. Discount the European boat by whatever it will cost to redo the electric system and all AC appliances when you bring the boat to the US.
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