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    Insurance issues for lithium

    Appreciated, thanks.
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    Insurance issues for lithium

    Times seems to have changed. GJW now only accept professional installation of lithium.
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    Insurance issues for lithium

    Which insurer are you with?
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    Insurance issues for lithium

    I'd heard the same but I've just heard from someone who tried them only to be told they will only cover professionally installed systems.
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    Insurance issues for lithium

    Let me change the question. Which UK insurers will cover a DIY lithium installation as long as it is professionally checked?
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    Insurance issues for lithium

    Thank you. Some recent experiences would be helpful.
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    Insurance issues for lithium

    What is the current practice for insurance companies when it comes to lithium installations installed by owners? The last I heard - admittedly some time ago - companies either wanted a professional installation or a professional check of a DIY installation. Is that still the case? Are some...
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    What Planar/Autoterm heater for my 9m boat?

    I installed a 4kw Planar on our 9.5m boat and because of some routing problems for the vents it it overheated and I changed it for the 2kw version. A massive improvement as it was noticeably quieter. When the 4 kWh was working (only when the conditions were very cold) it was on a minimal setting...
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    Merlin SmartGauge advice please?

    Something damp/corroded inside? Resting in a sealed container with moisture absorbing bags might help if it's damp alone. Or a jar of rice.
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    Protecting propellers. Anodes and paint

    Here's my Darglow after two seasons with the same prop anode and shaft anode and ready for a third. Both shaft and prop are Veloxed.
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    Lecky question

    As others have said, you would need to put some work in to ensure an LFP back-up starter battery remained in good health. For a long life it would need to be only charged to mid-range but you also need to ensure that self-discharge - especially if stored in hot conditions - doesn't take it to...
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    Lecky question

    The best thing to do with a lead acid backup battery is to keep it fully charged. Storage at full charge is however the WORST thing you can do with an LFP.
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    Blakes Seacocks

    My 1986 Blake's are badly pitted but Blake's own seacock grease is so thick and glutinous, it compensates for the pits. I've never had a problem and I don't expect to change them.
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