From my earliest memories I've always been building things. When other kids were playing with plastic toys I was walking around with coping saws and pliers. A childhood reward to me was being allowed to use the tape recorder or spin the dials on old shortwave radios. Getting zapped, cut, or setting (a few) things on fire was true learning about life. Jump to adulthood, and I'm still building things when time permits. You never know what the next project is going to be around here...from CNC builds to boat modifications, generators to wrist watch reviews, or PVC antenna towers to truck roof racks, it's all possible. Thank you for stopping by, I do truly appreciate my subscriber's time, comments, and input. Keep building!
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I know the Torqeedo motor has an overload cutoff so if you get tangled in weeds the motor will spin almost like a clutch slipping. I don't know if the Epropulsion has a similar feature. If it does you may trip that cct by using a too high of a pitch and larger diameter prop. So just watch for that when you test it.
The epropulsion Spirit has a safety system so if the prop gets stuck no damage will result. I haven't tested this set up much but need to get back to it.
Ummm maybe see how it cools a room not the air blowing out. 🤔
Great video
Is that a one person bed?
It was a little over 6' wide, can sleep two.
Where did you get the canvas. I have a KZ Coyote and the plastic seam at top corner it cracked. Cover with Duct tape everytime we use but want to replace it. Second time it has been replaced but they don’t make the KZ Coyote anymore and can’t find one.
I think it was Bear Creek Canvas in Wisconsin.
Very nice 🎉
Thanks. A fun build.
How did you get 500rpm? Pulley change, potentiometer, VFD? Thanks 😊
Pulley change. Unfortunately no VFD on this one.
@@drez20001 Thanks!
Nice big Nema 23's. It should work really well for you. The working area of my Techno Isel is about the size of a cigar box.
It's a beast compared to the other CNC machines I've bought or built. Currently working on cable management and hope to start making stuff soon. I've made a few signs already for friends but have other projects in mind. Should be fun to use.
Какая Управляющая программа на станке ? Можно видео обзор на этот станок? И ссылку на этот станок где продают.
Wow... Nice score! 😊
Indeed! Hope to share some cool projects with it.
Boss idea. Good job.
Man don't show New Zealand on the map. We don't want everyone knowing where we are. 😁
Can this be used while the jackery is charged by solar?
The manual says to not be charging the Jackery while pulling from it at the same time but many do and have not had a problem. I'd guess it would depend on how much amperage you're pulling at the same time. A good question. I haven't tried that yet.
hi there could you tell me what you used to get cat controll to work on the usdx radio and what software did you use on android
Thank you for sharing this! It's something I've been curious about on my epropulsion. Let us know how it's going and if you think there's any improvement in efficiency or performance. Cheers
It was a fun experiment. There was a little bit more push, maybe a slight bit more speed, but nothing too substantial on the first use or two. I haven't tried it on different boats under different conditions though. Thanks for your comments.
The question is...doesnt it pull down the road terribly long term?
I pulled it a couple times and then set it up at a local campground. It was fine at reasonable speeds for local runs.
Your wife is a saint! I guess she’ll be at the Marriott? You need a decent air mattress so you don’t wake up looking like Ruffles potato chips.
Better than on the sidewalk.
do you have the cad files for this boat? it’s exactly what i’ve been looking for!
They were purchased through Duckworks and designed by Paul Fisher in the UK. Nice folks. duckworks.com/8-skiffle-junior-motor-boat-plans/
@@drez20001 good to know! i’ve seen them online before. i assume you have to transfer them to your software?
Where did you get your cushion covers?
I made them myself. Pretty easy just using plywood and stapled on fabric.
CONFUSED: Got this today. Lowes had it for $379.00. Home Depot matched the price since they had it for $590.00. I'm confused about something. If we have it in our VW Bus camping, do we have to put the drain hose on and put that in a bucket or something while in the Bus? Or do we just plug it and it evaporates on it's own while in AC mode. Cannot figure this out. Nothing stating this anywhere. Thanks.
Not sure on the draining without the hose for condensation. Mine would use the tube for the condensation.
I thought you'd put a soar canopy on the boat! But I suppose that doesn't fit your needs.
Yeah, a solar canopy on this boat would be a bit awkward. I have a folding bimini top on hot sunny days but it wouldn't support much in the way of solar panels. The solar charging I'm doing is working extremely well and the boat is always ready to go. Thanks for your comments.
Hey, just curious if almost the same speed (like 80%) could be achieved with the Navy 3.0 (half as strong).
Not sure. There is a point where the lines cross but I haven't played with the Navy 3.
Are you zeroing that on top of the decal and then giving it ?? downward?
It's been a while since I made the video but if I remember correctly, yes, zeroed and then did a very shallow "cut" to cut the vinyl.
If you had an enclosure on your Glastron (like a camper enclosure) that unit could run off of your battery bank and probably not even put a dent in it. No bugs and cool air for cruising.
It could. The little a/c is great for small spaces. A cool (no pun intended) little unit.
My friend did the same thing to a pop up. Now it weighs 1620 pounds. I noticed right away that the tongue has too much flex. Eventually it will break.So I’m replacing the entire tongue with heavier steel from just in front of the axle all the way to the front. The frame is way too thin.
It's been a few years but I did weigh the camper in one of the videos. I seem to remember it being well under 1,000#.
A Gatton Garrageworks CNC... When did that happen?
Thanks for noticing! Yep, I stumbled onto a guy that was selling his assembled 4x4 Gatton CNC a few weeks ago and I couldn't say no. Stay tuned for videos of that machine at work. It's pretty cool.
I could use one of those in my garage! Do you use that in your workshop? And if so, do you run the heat pipe outside?
I've used it in small campers but not my workshop. It's a great little unit for very small spaces or "face cooling" when outside at a picnic bench or in a beach chair. For an overnight boat trip it would work in a small boat cabin. I have run the heat pipe out of windows to help manage heat exhaust.
Good looking watch my preference is the Diver style automatic watch, I'm in my sixties and my first watch was given to me when I was around 9yrs old it was a Seiko diver automatic the turtle style 45mm which is still a great and very cool watch even today. Well in later years I felt like I wanted the watch to be just a little larger in diameter and I am not tall its just like you get used to certain things. Then I discovered the Aragon watch brand most of their watches are large which I like but they do make a few in 38 40 43 45mm but I wanted the 50mm and now I have two one of them with a stainless bracelet and another with a colorful dial with a silicone bracelet and I really like both of them they do use seiko movement. I do like the invicta diver at 47mm I just recently gave one to my nephew and the aragon's are priced similarly. 50mm is now my watch size but only for those who feel similarly to me as noted above. Oh almost forgot, any buyers wait for them to add a discount code they do that all the time Thanks for the watch review
Prettty awesome set up
Thanks! A fun build.
Does this use freon as a coolant?
Not sure what the coolant used was. It has held without any leaks for several years.
What are the specs of these panels?
Per the sticker on the back for each panel: Max Power (Pmax) 365W; Max Power Voltage (Vmp) 34V; Max Power Current (Imp) 10.74A; Made by Hyundai Energy Solutions - Model HiN-S365XG(BK). Each panel weighs about 45 pounds. I paid $150 each for the panels. So far they're working great and within spec.
Small wood stove, snowy night, scary movie and some coffee.
Cozy!
How many inches on base front to back
We sold the camper a couple years ago so can't measure unfortunately.
very cool
Thanks! Fun and pretty easy CNC work.
Great idea!
Thanks. It worked well for us and was a very easy way to make the ceiling look clean and modern.
This is a cool project!
Thanks! It was a lot of fun to build.
Can I use this in an apartment you think ? I need something small does it use a lot of electricity?😊
It's really for small spaces; small tents, little campers, or for just face cooling at a picnic table or on the beach. Not big enough for a full room.
That's pretty ingenious, I'm going to copy it!
Thanks. Easy and no holes drilled. Works well.
How has it been since 4 months ago?
It's a fun machine that is capable of pretty cool stuff. I've cut some signs and a few parts for some of my boat projects. Currently working on and with other CNC machines as well. Fun stuff.
Hello! Fantastic video🎉 I'm thinking of buying the same battery. It's a problem it says 51,2V but needed voltage is 48V? Regards
Thanks. The ePropulsion motors will run from about 39v to 60v. No problem using 51.2v batteries that will actually in reality charge up to around 54v.
This one is small machine rs amount sir
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Thanks for your post. The data is very useful. I bought about the same fridge in 2024 and figure something about 750-1250 Whr with solar will allow me to stay out for 2-3 days at a time without recharging with shore power.
Nice. Alway helpful to learn from others experience, thanks for sharing.
Thank you. It was a fun project. Best of luck.
Hi! First of all, great video. Very interesting job! I have tried connecting the charger that came with the original battery to the two plus and minus pins on the motor connector plug. Strangely the motor doesnt start. I am wondering if those four smaller pins somehow play a part in this mystery? Keep up the inspiring work! /Deniz
Thanks for your comments. Very appreciated. The charger will produce enough voltage but can't supply the needed amps to make the motor run.
@@drez20001 the reason the motor wasnt starting is most likely because it has a fault. Showing the E21 error code. I will try again when the motor is fixed and working again.
If the point is to run the fridge , a lifeP04 is a better option ,. You can get a 100ah lifeP04 for $160 ?(So , much cheaper than a jackery ) And it will run that fridge for 4 days , just sayin
Agree completely. LifePo4 batteries are the way to go and what I use in my boat motor builds and other projects. This was just a test a while back.
Thats a pretty slick idea, sonny.
Thanks. Another way to mount gear fast and without making new holes.
So what is the experience?
Well, it works fine. Makes a bigger wake and might have a little more push. No substantial difference in speed or efficiency.
For those discouraged because supposedly they need a CNC machine to make this, that is BS. I ran across a plan for a chair one day. Top of the tool list was a CNC router. BS. The design was not complicated and I had been contemplating making the chair for some time, and at this time, did not know there was a plan avilable. All I had to do was make a master for 3 separate pieces, and use my router to make duplicate copies. And I would not have to worry about my program screwing up. So, for a router costing $50 I could duplicate the work of a CNC router, costing likely $3,000 and up.
Totally agree. CNC stuff is fun and can be used for lots of things but it's just another tool and often not needed. Jigs, portable tools, and other hand tools can do great things with practice. I just enjoy the hobby of tinkering with it and seeing what I can design with it.