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Old 01-19-2017, 10:26 AM   #2
Carolena
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City: DC
Vessel Name: Carolena II
Vessel Model: Nordic Tug 32/34
Join Date: Aug 2012
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"So during days where the low is in the mid 40s and the high in the mid 70s, do you heat the boat at night?"

- It depends. If the water temp is still relatively warm (say 60s-70s) the residual heat from the day may be enough, particularly if it was sunny during the day (the amount a placement of windows on a boat can make a big difference during the day). If we get too cold, we start the generator and turn on the reverse cycle heat, which on our boat will work until the water hits about 40.

"And similarly, does the breeze keep the interior of a boat cool enough on days where the high approaches 90 and the low only dips into the upper 60s, or do you run air conditioning to keep the boat cool during the day?"

- Again, it depends. Humidity makes a big difference. That said, we generallly don't run the AC during the day, unless it is really hot (over 90) and humid. We do spend a lot of time in the water during the day, which certainly helps. Generally, if it is 90 and humidity isn't too bad, just a few sunshades on the windows and fans is enough during the day. At night, we do run the AC if it is hot and humid. If in the 60s-70s at night, we just keep the boat open and run a small fan, if necessary.
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