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New LiFePO4 Batteries for Aquarius
John, I replaced the start battery about 2 months after I bought the boat, so about March 2017. It was a GEL start battery, and will probably replace it this year. But, it is still working now. I am t
John, I replaced the start battery about 2 months after I bought the boat, so about March 2017. It was a GEL start battery, and will probably replace it this year. But, it is still working now. I am t
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Ken Powers SV Aquarius
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New LiFePO4 Batteries for Aquarius
Start Battery housed in the gray wood box in front of the Genset. It has a black strap for safety. Ken Powers Aquarius SM2K#262
Start Battery housed in the gray wood box in front of the Genset. It has a black strap for safety. Ken Powers Aquarius SM2K#262
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Ken Powers SV Aquarius
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New LiFePO4 Batteries for Aquarius
As you can see in the attached photo, the start battery on Aquarius is housed in the gray wood box with a black strap. It is in front of the GenSet. Ken Powers, Aquarius SM2K#262
As you can see in the attached photo, the start battery on Aquarius is housed in the gray wood box with a black strap. It is in front of the GenSet. Ken Powers, Aquarius SM2K#262
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Ken Powers SV Aquarius
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New LiFePO4 Batteries for Aquarius
Hi Matt and Michelle, $1415 is a better deal than I got! Awesome! Prices are continuing to fall. Less refined lead in this world will not be a bad thing. Ken Aquarius SM2K#262
Hi Matt and Michelle, $1415 is a better deal than I got! Awesome! Prices are continuing to fall. Less refined lead in this world will not be a bad thing. Ken Aquarius SM2K#262
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Ken Powers SV Aquarius
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New LiFePO4 Batteries for Aquarius
Slavko, Yes, this is a problem with the start battery. I may have to carry two start batteries. Ken
Slavko, Yes, this is a problem with the start battery. I may have to carry two start batteries. Ken
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Ken Powers SV Aquarius
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New LiFePO4 Batteries for Aquarius
Jason, Depending on where the batteries are shipping, is the difference between getting a good deal and a great deal. I paid slightly less than $3500 for the two batteries including shipping. That was
Jason, Depending on where the batteries are shipping, is the difference between getting a good deal and a great deal. I paid slightly less than $3500 for the two batteries including shipping. That was
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Ken Powers SV Aquarius
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New LiFePO4 Batteries for Aquarius
Slavko, The previous (also the only previous) owner moved the starter battery into the engine room. I kind of think it's a good idea to have the engine start battery in the engine room, so I left it t
Slavko, The previous (also the only previous) owner moved the starter battery into the engine room. I kind of think it's a good idea to have the engine start battery in the engine room, so I left it t
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Ken Powers SV Aquarius
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New LiFePO4 Batteries for Aquarius
This video shows my new (about 1 year old now) LiFePO4 batteries. If you have any questions let me know. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBl8ERId1Kc All the best! Ken Powers Aquarius SM2K#262
This video shows my new (about 1 year old now) LiFePO4 batteries. If you have any questions let me know. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBl8ERId1Kc All the best! Ken Powers Aquarius SM2K#262
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Ken Powers SV Aquarius
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Windscreen Replacement
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHpFEHGCyqg From about 14:40 to 17:40 this video shows the replacement of the front windows. ALL OF THEM (4) for a total of $1200. And, after 2 years, I am still happy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHpFEHGCyqg From about 14:40 to 17:40 this video shows the replacement of the front windows. ALL OF THEM (4) for a total of $1200. And, after 2 years, I am still happy
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Ken Powers SV Aquarius
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Primary headsail sheet winches
Thanks Danny! This type of information really helps!
Thanks Danny! This type of information really helps!
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Ken Powers SV Aquarius
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[Amel Yacht Owners] Deck light / Steaming light SM2000
OK, I made a mistake. I bought the light listed below to replace the Deck and Steaming light: Aqua Signal Series 43 Masthead/Foredeck Mast Mount Led Combo Light - 12v/24v - White Housing SKU: AQS31082
OK, I made a mistake. I bought the light listed below to replace the Deck and Steaming light: Aqua Signal Series 43 Masthead/Foredeck Mast Mount Led Combo Light - 12v/24v - White Housing SKU: AQS31082
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Ken Powers SV Aquarius
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[Amel Yacht Owners] Deck light / Steaming light SM2000
I bought the same light for my steaming and deck light, but have not installed it yet. It will not fit the same holes, and due to the fact that the SM has the Deck light mounted lower than the Steamin
I bought the same light for my steaming and deck light, but have not installed it yet. It will not fit the same holes, and due to the fact that the SM has the Deck light mounted lower than the Steamin
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Ken Powers SV Aquarius
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Forward Looking Sonar
I agree. If you're in mud or sand and in a place where you know the depth is going to be fairly level, you can move a bit faster. But, in this case you don't an FLS to scare you... Just look at the de
I agree. If you're in mud or sand and in a place where you know the depth is going to be fairly level, you can move a bit faster. But, in this case you don't an FLS to scare you... Just look at the de
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Ken Powers SV Aquarius
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Group Insurance questionnaire
Hello All, The more input we (Amel Owners) provide, the better chance for a successful Amel Owners Group insurance solution. If you have not filled out the questionnaire, please do so. All the best, K
Hello All, The more input we (Amel Owners) provide, the better chance for a successful Amel Owners Group insurance solution. If you have not filled out the questionnaire, please do so. All the best, K
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Ken Powers SV Aquarius
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Bowrhruster gear pil or grease?
Llike Paul, I used a mix as well. I put some waterproof lithium grease on the gears then filled it with the proper amount of Gear Oil. It is very important that the part of the shaft that touches the
Llike Paul, I used a mix as well. I put some waterproof lithium grease on the gears then filled it with the proper amount of Gear Oil. It is very important that the part of the shaft that touches the
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Ken Powers SV Aquarius
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Forward Looking Sonar
Hi Nick, Hope Rascal is treating you well. The previous owners of Rascal went through the Panama Canal with us aboard Aquarius! From what I saw of Rascal in Panama, you have a wonderful Amel! All the
Hi Nick, Hope Rascal is treating you well. The previous owners of Rascal went through the Panama Canal with us aboard Aquarius! From what I saw of Rascal in Panama, you have a wonderful Amel! All the
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Forward Looking Sonar
We have a Professional transducer, you can tell by the color. Bigger is better, that is what I heard. Ken
We have a Professional transducer, you can tell by the color. Bigger is better, that is what I heard. Ken
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Forward Looking Sonar
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOQeR_3fQcE&t=7s Hello Nick, This video shows the placement of the transducer, from the outside while Aquarius was on the hard, and video from the inside of Aquarius. Y
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOQeR_3fQcE&t=7s Hello Nick, This video shows the placement of the transducer, from the outside while Aquarius was on the hard, and video from the inside of Aquarius. Y
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How much Solar?
Regarding spike back protection, I think it best to explain why..... Everyone should understand the protection parameters of their battery's BMS. The BMS is there to protect your batteries, from High
Regarding spike back protection, I think it best to explain why..... Everyone should understand the protection parameters of their battery's BMS. The BMS is there to protect your batteries, from High
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How much Solar?
Hello Billy, Aquarius was fitted with 600W of hard panels, and we did pretty good for 3 years. Then our Victron Batteries Started to go. Once your batteries start to go, they take more energy to charg
Hello Billy, Aquarius was fitted with 600W of hard panels, and we did pretty good for 3 years. Then our Victron Batteries Started to go. Once your batteries start to go, they take more energy to charg
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