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    Just today completed replacing AGMs for Lithium, more work than expected as larger cables etc took some shorting. Must add thanks to...
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    I did one on our boat with a shallow curve a few years ago, did it in the summer sun and used a hot air gun to slightly raise the temp...
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    Daverw replied to the thread Navionics webapp is no more....
    I think this has always been the case that you need the relevant chart areas to allow a route to be planned, same really as paper charts...
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    Daverw replied to the thread Insurance issues for lithium.
    When I was working as industrial refrigeration tech manager I was responsible for many technical surveys of existing systems, the time...
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    Daverw replied to the thread VHF. Hand held vs Mounted.
    Newer fixed sets with RAM mikes are I think the perfect solution, the RAM display is as easy for normal use as main set, AIS display not...
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    Daverw replied to the thread Battery to battery charging.
    I did this last year, fitted the new Victron Orion which is rated at. 50 amp and quite a lot small than previous model and with no heat...
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    Daverw replied to the thread Diesel heater.
    This who I’ve used as they are local to me as well Eberspacher Espar Webasto Heaters and Victron Energy | Butler Technik
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    Daverw replied to the thread Forepeak Lining.
    Face off discs work great, I did try the sanding discs but too harsh, also note that use high temp glue, normal impact goes soft at...
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    Daverw replied to the thread Curly solar cable.
    Have you looked for a small 13amp extension lead, these can have coiled leads, probably be white only though
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    Daverw reacted to wonkywinch's post in the thread Curly solar cable with Like Like.
    This forum seems to be going downhill with the continued bitchiness, old blokes rants and general disgreements. I can count on the...
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    Daverw replied to the thread 50ohm in line connector..
    If it’s only a receive atrial, no issue with just soldering core, put a bit of spare center insulation over, cover with tin foil, ensure...
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    Daverw replied to the thread Victron VE CAN to NMEA 2000.
    I’ve seen reference to the app on the plotter and now see how it is works
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    Daverw replied to the thread Victron VE CAN to NMEA 2000.
    I’ve now just looked at this option, assume you can put the radar into a switch and then you have spare ports, my cerbro is already into...
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    Daverw reacted to PaulRainbow's post in the thread Victron MPPT 75-15 with Like Like.
    I would advise not using default passwords, such as 000000 Anyone could connect to your controller and change settings, for instance...
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    Daverw replied to the thread Victron MPPT 75-15.
    Agree with this, I use default when setting up system to keep it easy and then change all when ready to operate, at least victron...
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