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Here was my entry on a similar question… We have a similar approach as you have diagrammed. We use a Balmar Alternator Protect on each alternator. We have 3 Victron 30 amp dc/dc chargers that draw from the 800 AH LFP house bank and charge the start batteries and thruster/windlass batteries. Our...

We have a similar approach as you have diagrammed. We use a Balmar Alternator Protect on each alternator. We have 3 Victron 30 amp dc/dc chargers that draw from the 800 AH LFP house bank and charge the start batteries and thruster/windlass batteries. Our 2000 W Magnum inverter/charger charging...

Thanks for everyone’s input! I’m going to wait and watch before proceeding with any changes.

Twistedtree, What are you running for regulators?

They are pricy. I saw a comparison pricing of competitors. When all the “extras” included with the Zeus were added in, the pricing was closer.

Considering a couple of Arco Zeus regulators for our twin engine boat. They sure look good. Does anyone have any experience with these?

We took our Bayliner 47 up the coast from SF Bay to Puget Sound in 2018. We did not have a hard schedule. Left SF August 16 and pulled into Anacortes September 8. We waited out weather in Ft Bragg for 4 days. Wish we would have waited 5! It was pretty rough rounding Cape Mendocino. Left Ft Bragg...

Thanks! That is really helpful! I am limited on real estate as well.

I am looking for ideas and pictures of your shortened bow pulpit anchoring system. Our 47 has a shortened bow pulpit and chain locker divider installed by a prior owner. We like the shortened pulpit and our new Vulcan 73# anchor. However, the layout does not function as well as it could. I am...

We have had our 2000 Bayliner 4788 for 6 years. BOC is a terrific resource! We brought it up the coast from SF to the PNW in 2018. About a 1,000 miles in open ocean. The straights up here can get nasty as well. We are very careful and try to pick decent weather windows. That said, we have seen...

Enjoyed your recap! I enjoyed your recap! Thanks for sharing! We are roughly planning on making the Journey to SE Alaska in 2022.

I just wanted to repost and see if anyone had updates on Planar hydronic heaters?

The goal of covering the sides of tanks in an engine space is to reduce reflected noise. A hard surface reflects noise, a soft surface absorbs. Many builders used ceiling tiles to cover hard surfaces. Cheap, fire retardant and reasonably effective absorbing noise. Probably best to assemble some...

Boat will be in the PNW. There was an 18 year old Hurricane heater installed that was completely shot because on no maintenance. The Planar is less than half the cost of a Hurricane or Webasto. In theory these things are pretty simple. I’m not interested in a knock off. Thanks for the warning link!

I’ve read the threads about Planar heaters but they address the air heaters. Does anyone have anything to add about Planar heaters in general? How about installation assistance and parts availability from the rep in BC?

A few more thoughts... I should have also said the USCG was very helpful! I called or radioed each station before leaving and entering to inquire about local bar conditions. They were very helpful. Listen to their warnings. Ask questions. One other caveat is to watch out for stuff like crab...

We brought our Bayliner 47 from SF to Anacortes this past fall. We treated each leg as a day trip. Most of the time we cruised on plane at 12-15 knots so it added to our flexibility. We used about 1000 gal of fuel or roughly 1 gal per mile going mostly against current, swell and wind. We waited...

I am considering installing a Planar hydronic diesel furnace. Does anyone have experience with the Planar hydronic units?

I grew up in Sacramento. Summer was hot days and warm nights. We had AC in the house. We don’t have AC on the boat. Do you delta cruisers have AC? Do you use it? If not, hows the evenings and nights?

SF to PNW starting Aug 15 We are getting ready to make the trip north from SF to the PNW beginning this August 15. We plan to harbor hop all the way up. We have no time table. This thread has been very informative. I’ve been advised to try and get off the water everyday by noon with 2:00 at the...

As boat shoppers I went to the Anacortes Trawlerfest two years ago and my wife and I the AGLCA rendezvous 3 years ago. I joined Trawler Forum. I also joined Marine Trawler Owners Association (MTOA)prior to attending. MTOA members were very welcoming and generous with their time and knowledge. I...

All boats are compromises. Different designs have their pluses and minuses. We decided to buy our 2nd boat first. We spent our spare time and vacations looking at boats for about two years. A year ago we bought a 2000 Bayliner 4788 pilot house sedan style with covered cockpit. It met most...

I liked the OA 423 Classico when I first saw it about twenty years ago. I remember making that observation to a friend who owned a boat store that sold runabouts and go fast cruisers. He didn't get it. I still like the boat today! Congratulations!

Marin, What size is your trip line? If you are anchored in 30' of water with 100' trip line there could be quite a bit of line floating on the surface. Does this ever present a problem while maneuvering during retrieval? Thanks! Steve

Totally agree Kevin. Hatches under the settee would be nice for the outboard side of the SB engine. My holding tank is there but it would be nice to at least be able to be outboard of the tranny. I broke off the hynautic line to the shifter last time I was trying to get myself out of that hole...