insaine berth price. and insurance. why would anyone pay that ???? 9500 for the marina!! no way.never ever gonna happen.
@homerjsimpson211820 сағат бұрын
why would you have a boat like that and put it in a marina ??? use the anchor and dingy.
@slipshankd1307Күн бұрын
I would get some goggles and inspect the bottom of the boat before I paid him, or have someone else do it.
@GeekBoi2 күн бұрын
Thank you for this. I really appreciate this info as I am looking to get a motor yacht in the next couple of years. Good to have a point of reference for estimating on going costs.
@markw48233 күн бұрын
I have the same issue with my motorhome. It has six batteries so not anxious to replace them frequently. In off season I plug my shore power cord into a timer so that my charger only has power for one hour a day. Typically I get 5-6 years from a set of batteries. And I have a smart charger inverter. My current set of batteries is now 8 years old. Pulling them out tomorrow for a new set
@davedavids96194 күн бұрын
Sounds like it is time for some changes in the set up of your boat. I have separate batteries for all the systems,, which means generator has its own battery, with a smart charger from the inverter. Each engine has 2 red tops for a total of 4, which I can use via a 1, 2 or 1&2 switch in any way possible. They get charged via the 12 V alternators plus a smart charger from the inverter. The bow and stern truster plus anchor winch have 4 batteries in total, connected to a smart charger from the inverter. Then I have the housebank, which is LiFePO4 which gets charged via the 24 V alternators, the solar panels, the generator or the shore power via a BMS. In other words, overcharging is not possible on any of the batteries. If anything goes wrong with the batteries I can instantly see it, but I can also switch them to a different bank. So i can always get power to whatever system I need working. Must admit it did cost quite a bit to set it up this way, but at least you don't have to worry about it anymore. And no risk of not being able to raise your anchor, start the engines etc. By the way, you have a heavy boat, but I saw you anchor chain is rather light ? You are confident that is going to hold the boat in a decent storm ? Makes me curious.
@Djdj-kd8ue4 күн бұрын
#1 Thing...STAY CALM, DON'T PANIC 😂 I KNOW ... Easier said than done!
@ziddi26034 күн бұрын
As a challenge to yourselves, you should name your channel "trying not to drink"
@MrAE27804 күн бұрын
If you do purchase new batteries and a new charging system for them get a system that you can interrogate it remotely i.e. by App etc, given that you live along distance from the boat.
@koshstephtcb5 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing all good information. Have you considered adding solar panels to your boat? Might be a neat idea to do.
@johnjames27165 күн бұрын
Batteries are definitely fried. Replace as soon as you can
@THE_BaconPirate5 күн бұрын
Might be a good idea to have a gauge in the pilot house that shows the amps being used at a glance. Perhaps an digital version with an alarm setting for high or low level.
@mikeruhland69285 күн бұрын
Doesn't this boat have a battery bank for the house separate from the engine starting?
@jascan14895 күн бұрын
So a sink left on for an hour gonna shut the yatchet down. Buy some new battery's tight ass. I say that in a friendly way, cause you need to hear it.
@clarenceclark85926 күн бұрын
You need a trickle charger for winter
@aw96806 күн бұрын
Do they make seaworthy monitors?
@blueskies88346 күн бұрын
Another description for a Dumb Charger is a “Constant volt”. In 1979 that is all they knew how to make. It converts AC to DC at a constant voltage and as the battery comes up to full capacity the charger has no way to know this and just keeps sending that constant voltage to the battery. This is turn boils the water from the battery and left unchecked will expose the top of the lead plates to air which each time it happens reduces the life of the battery. Nigel Calder has an expression: Lead Acid Batteries do not die they are murdered. Some of the best dollars you spend on your boat will be for a modern multistep charger. The newest ones can charge multiple banks with multiple battery chemistries.
@josephkordinak15917 күн бұрын
Sounds like its time for new batteries and a new battery charger. Maybe even separating the banks and having a dedicated starting batteries for the engines. I figured they would have been separated from the house bank. Glad you got it worked out. I would look into upgrading to lithium for your house bank.
@jimdavis13807 күн бұрын
Can you install AGM batteries? Love that they are maintenance free. May need a different charger. Love the videos!
@rikspector7 күн бұрын
That wasn't a dumb mistake, it shouted at you:) Cheers, Rik Spector
@douglasjre7 күн бұрын
The emotional struggles and the conflict are what makes it real. Conflict is entertainment. The emotional struggles are reality. Both are heartfelt. Capture those moments
@relayguy8 күн бұрын
Great video! Lead acid batteries need to be on a charger continuously. 6 - 12 months without a float charge and good bye batteries! get a new 3 or 4 stage charger ant your batteries will last twice as long. Cheers!
@robertkutz8 күн бұрын
MAY THE WIND BE WITH YOU.😎😎
@user-wb2fq8xn1d8 күн бұрын
Hey there, I replaced my 88 Bertram battery charger, replaced with smart charger. No more having to fill batteries every two months. Weighs about 1lb compared to old 40 lb charger. About $300 bucks. 👍
@festerofest43748 күн бұрын
"The lesson is, Don't Brush Your Teeth!" Roger Out at 10:09 is Lyn's perfect, traditional way to close out a scene... nailed it! (*It could have been a bit louder though, for us Roger Out aficionados.)
@chrisrainville63248 күн бұрын
Loved the skipper hat hitting scenes!!!!!😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
@kathyline118 күн бұрын
Great troubleshooting once again Captain Ed!!
@gator-ii7sw8 күн бұрын
its always some thing captain,,, the name of my next boat
@steveborgman39878 күн бұрын
Love watching!! Part of the fun is the Journey. Even if you had a newer boat problems will come up. The difference is newer boats have more complex systems sometimes when working on a boat as old as yours it's easier. Have fun and hang in there and someday i hope to motor by.
@thelivingbranch8 күн бұрын
capt flint on deck - cheers mates aaarrrgghhhh
@russoley89958 күн бұрын
Once you cook that much water out of the batteries with a charger, they are junk
@jeffreybaba41558 күн бұрын
What's the steps to obtaining insurance on a 40 through 43 foot trawler if you never had any boating experience except on small boats?
@esiebert76258 күн бұрын
Glad you got it sorted out, maybe time to upgrade to Lifepo4’s, they are awesome batteries and weigh way less then lead acid batteries, cheers 🥂
@anthonydimaggio96528 күн бұрын
pick up a Jump box to keep on hand.
@Harrybollox8 күн бұрын
Another great video , always good to see mishaps like any drama 😄 you badly need a good charger, lead acid batteries really do suffer without proper conditioning from a quality charger. If you want to keep your batteries tip top solar helps also as it gets free energy and tops off the batteries at an optimal charging profile especially if you are not there
@bettermost8 күн бұрын
Could you put your charger on a timer? So it’s only on say 8 hours a day rather than 24/7?
@AliG-iq4gd8 күн бұрын
I would never hook up batteries to a dumb-charger for any significant time. Sure as they float, the current input is minimal, but that is not good for the longevity of your batteries - you need a battery tender/conditioner - even if you hook it up on rotation with your batteries.
@dfharris038 күн бұрын
I'm going to AGM Rolls batteries this fall. I'm tired of watering the batteries and have them gassing!
@emmadsmith8 күн бұрын
MORE VIDEOS PLEASE!!!!❤❤❤❤
@jailcop0648 күн бұрын
I'm not a boater but I have a motorcycle. You need a battery tender, not a charger. They will cycle the battery and not constantly try to charge it.
@josephkordinak15917 күн бұрын
boats need a charger, just a newer one. The old ones are dumb and can fail and fry your bank. I have had it happen before.
@frankdecota23178 күн бұрын
Ed, once again you impress me with your machanical analysis and solutions. A great skill that pays you back big time. You deserve an extra sundown cocktail!
@mikezuber50528 күн бұрын
OMG …a 1970’s era charger! Go buy a (or more) trickle charger. I use them on my cars when I’m away for months at a time. They are "smart" and keep the batteries topped up as necessary. Less than $30 for the charger.
@festerofest43748 күн бұрын
I am a believer in the genuine Battery Tender brand being worth the money vs a cheaper Amazon-type unit. They seem to do their job correctly for many, many years. I'm looking at their website now and they have a huge selection depending on application, including several 'marine' specific models.
@jeffdieringer18 күн бұрын
I really appreciate the technical blow by blow guys. It improves my diagnostic and problem solving skills
@davida8778 күн бұрын
May the adventure continue ~ there will always be a challenge ~ you dealt with the issue very efficiently ~ another learning experience - love your episodes Cheers
@johnschieffelin32268 күн бұрын
Nice video, every boater makes dumb mistakes, lots of them. One idea -- maybe it's time to go from a dumb 1979 trickle charger to a 2024 "smart" trickle charger that won't fry the batteries. Love Guana Cay, but I was sad when the lovely undeveloped north end was turned into snooty, ultra-private Baker's Bay.
@davida8778 күн бұрын
Yes your comments are very worthy - having to replenish the much “water” in the batteries is high - adding raw water or distilled water will dilute the electrolytes also. - boat batteries are in a tough environment, rocking around hot engine room etc - a new smart charger will certainly be of value - Cheers
@bradwhite62548 күн бұрын
I like that Lyn can recognize a turbo.👍
@fish18608 күн бұрын
Love yur vids. We have a ‘87 Chris Craft, spent 5 months in the Bahamas and it’s always something! We broke a control cable in Eleuthera, our frig broke, batteries died in Ft. Pierce. Uggg that’s boating!!
@bhhardgr018 күн бұрын
Who uses engine battery to run the house power needs😢
@timgreen41378 күн бұрын
My house/inverter batteries, and starting batteries are separate. If needed, I can jump the generator off, from the house batteries. Get the generator running, and charge all of the starting batteries. I can also switch from one starting battery to the other. Or run them in parallel.
@Mandurath8 күн бұрын
Sounds like time to upgrade to a smart charger for those long hiatus times. Not sure if you have a lithium jump box, if not it would be a good idea as well. Nice ones will jump diesels, and some will do 24v systems at high cranking amps. And they are handy little power supplies when needed,
@festerofest43748 күн бұрын
Yea, modern tech with those "jump boxes" is great. I have one for the car and it has been a life saver a couple of times. And I use it camping to power stuff.
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insaine berth price. and insurance. why would anyone pay that ???? 9500 for the marina!! no way.never ever gonna happen.
why would you have a boat like that and put it in a marina ??? use the anchor and dingy.
I would get some goggles and inspect the bottom of the boat before I paid him, or have someone else do it.
Thank you for this. I really appreciate this info as I am looking to get a motor yacht in the next couple of years. Good to have a point of reference for estimating on going costs.
I have the same issue with my motorhome. It has six batteries so not anxious to replace them frequently. In off season I plug my shore power cord into a timer so that my charger only has power for one hour a day. Typically I get 5-6 years from a set of batteries. And I have a smart charger inverter. My current set of batteries is now 8 years old. Pulling them out tomorrow for a new set
Sounds like it is time for some changes in the set up of your boat. I have separate batteries for all the systems,, which means generator has its own battery, with a smart charger from the inverter. Each engine has 2 red tops for a total of 4, which I can use via a 1, 2 or 1&2 switch in any way possible. They get charged via the 12 V alternators plus a smart charger from the inverter. The bow and stern truster plus anchor winch have 4 batteries in total, connected to a smart charger from the inverter. Then I have the housebank, which is LiFePO4 which gets charged via the 24 V alternators, the solar panels, the generator or the shore power via a BMS. In other words, overcharging is not possible on any of the batteries. If anything goes wrong with the batteries I can instantly see it, but I can also switch them to a different bank. So i can always get power to whatever system I need working. Must admit it did cost quite a bit to set it up this way, but at least you don't have to worry about it anymore. And no risk of not being able to raise your anchor, start the engines etc. By the way, you have a heavy boat, but I saw you anchor chain is rather light ? You are confident that is going to hold the boat in a decent storm ? Makes me curious.
#1 Thing...STAY CALM, DON'T PANIC 😂 I KNOW ... Easier said than done!
As a challenge to yourselves, you should name your channel "trying not to drink"
If you do purchase new batteries and a new charging system for them get a system that you can interrogate it remotely i.e. by App etc, given that you live along distance from the boat.
Thanks for sharing all good information. Have you considered adding solar panels to your boat? Might be a neat idea to do.
Batteries are definitely fried. Replace as soon as you can
Might be a good idea to have a gauge in the pilot house that shows the amps being used at a glance. Perhaps an digital version with an alarm setting for high or low level.
Doesn't this boat have a battery bank for the house separate from the engine starting?
So a sink left on for an hour gonna shut the yatchet down. Buy some new battery's tight ass. I say that in a friendly way, cause you need to hear it.
You need a trickle charger for winter
Do they make seaworthy monitors?
Another description for a Dumb Charger is a “Constant volt”. In 1979 that is all they knew how to make. It converts AC to DC at a constant voltage and as the battery comes up to full capacity the charger has no way to know this and just keeps sending that constant voltage to the battery. This is turn boils the water from the battery and left unchecked will expose the top of the lead plates to air which each time it happens reduces the life of the battery. Nigel Calder has an expression: Lead Acid Batteries do not die they are murdered. Some of the best dollars you spend on your boat will be for a modern multistep charger. The newest ones can charge multiple banks with multiple battery chemistries.
Sounds like its time for new batteries and a new battery charger. Maybe even separating the banks and having a dedicated starting batteries for the engines. I figured they would have been separated from the house bank. Glad you got it worked out. I would look into upgrading to lithium for your house bank.
Can you install AGM batteries? Love that they are maintenance free. May need a different charger. Love the videos!
That wasn't a dumb mistake, it shouted at you:) Cheers, Rik Spector
The emotional struggles and the conflict are what makes it real. Conflict is entertainment. The emotional struggles are reality. Both are heartfelt. Capture those moments
Great video! Lead acid batteries need to be on a charger continuously. 6 - 12 months without a float charge and good bye batteries! get a new 3 or 4 stage charger ant your batteries will last twice as long. Cheers!
MAY THE WIND BE WITH YOU.😎😎
Hey there, I replaced my 88 Bertram battery charger, replaced with smart charger. No more having to fill batteries every two months. Weighs about 1lb compared to old 40 lb charger. About $300 bucks. 👍
"The lesson is, Don't Brush Your Teeth!" Roger Out at 10:09 is Lyn's perfect, traditional way to close out a scene... nailed it! (*It could have been a bit louder though, for us Roger Out aficionados.)
Loved the skipper hat hitting scenes!!!!!😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Great troubleshooting once again Captain Ed!!
its always some thing captain,,, the name of my next boat
Love watching!! Part of the fun is the Journey. Even if you had a newer boat problems will come up. The difference is newer boats have more complex systems sometimes when working on a boat as old as yours it's easier. Have fun and hang in there and someday i hope to motor by.
capt flint on deck - cheers mates aaarrrgghhhh
Once you cook that much water out of the batteries with a charger, they are junk
What's the steps to obtaining insurance on a 40 through 43 foot trawler if you never had any boating experience except on small boats?
Glad you got it sorted out, maybe time to upgrade to Lifepo4’s, they are awesome batteries and weigh way less then lead acid batteries, cheers 🥂
pick up a Jump box to keep on hand.
Another great video , always good to see mishaps like any drama 😄 you badly need a good charger, lead acid batteries really do suffer without proper conditioning from a quality charger. If you want to keep your batteries tip top solar helps also as it gets free energy and tops off the batteries at an optimal charging profile especially if you are not there
Could you put your charger on a timer? So it’s only on say 8 hours a day rather than 24/7?
I would never hook up batteries to a dumb-charger for any significant time. Sure as they float, the current input is minimal, but that is not good for the longevity of your batteries - you need a battery tender/conditioner - even if you hook it up on rotation with your batteries.
I'm going to AGM Rolls batteries this fall. I'm tired of watering the batteries and have them gassing!
MORE VIDEOS PLEASE!!!!❤❤❤❤
I'm not a boater but I have a motorcycle. You need a battery tender, not a charger. They will cycle the battery and not constantly try to charge it.
boats need a charger, just a newer one. The old ones are dumb and can fail and fry your bank. I have had it happen before.
Ed, once again you impress me with your machanical analysis and solutions. A great skill that pays you back big time. You deserve an extra sundown cocktail!
OMG …a 1970’s era charger! Go buy a (or more) trickle charger. I use them on my cars when I’m away for months at a time. They are "smart" and keep the batteries topped up as necessary. Less than $30 for the charger.
I am a believer in the genuine Battery Tender brand being worth the money vs a cheaper Amazon-type unit. They seem to do their job correctly for many, many years. I'm looking at their website now and they have a huge selection depending on application, including several 'marine' specific models.
I really appreciate the technical blow by blow guys. It improves my diagnostic and problem solving skills
May the adventure continue ~ there will always be a challenge ~ you dealt with the issue very efficiently ~ another learning experience - love your episodes Cheers
Nice video, every boater makes dumb mistakes, lots of them. One idea -- maybe it's time to go from a dumb 1979 trickle charger to a 2024 "smart" trickle charger that won't fry the batteries. Love Guana Cay, but I was sad when the lovely undeveloped north end was turned into snooty, ultra-private Baker's Bay.
Yes your comments are very worthy - having to replenish the much “water” in the batteries is high - adding raw water or distilled water will dilute the electrolytes also. - boat batteries are in a tough environment, rocking around hot engine room etc - a new smart charger will certainly be of value - Cheers
I like that Lyn can recognize a turbo.👍
Love yur vids. We have a ‘87 Chris Craft, spent 5 months in the Bahamas and it’s always something! We broke a control cable in Eleuthera, our frig broke, batteries died in Ft. Pierce. Uggg that’s boating!!
Who uses engine battery to run the house power needs😢
My house/inverter batteries, and starting batteries are separate. If needed, I can jump the generator off, from the house batteries. Get the generator running, and charge all of the starting batteries. I can also switch from one starting battery to the other. Or run them in parallel.
Sounds like time to upgrade to a smart charger for those long hiatus times. Not sure if you have a lithium jump box, if not it would be a good idea as well. Nice ones will jump diesels, and some will do 24v systems at high cranking amps. And they are handy little power supplies when needed,
Yea, modern tech with those "jump boxes" is great. I have one for the car and it has been a life saver a couple of times. And I use it camping to power stuff.
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