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Category: Electrical

Electrical is where cockpit conversations inevitably turn as sailors compare the cost, availability, installation, and optimal configuration of onboard power systems.

The hoist, being careful not to drop a battery into the water.
January 15, 2016September 1, 2026Lorraine Escher

Victron Boat Batteries: Installing Our New Battery Bank

AGM boat battery testing
January 12, 2016September 1, 2026Lorraine Escher

Boat Battery Testing: When Load Tests Get It Wrong

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