12v

  1. Phasing in a New 12V DC System

    E32-3 Phasing in a New 12V DC System

    Preface When considering a leak in a sailboat's diesel tank, the first step is to rebuild the core of the 12V DC system. Wait... did I already lose you? You might be familiar with the urge to chain projects together. When you remove the diesel tank on some of our boats, the primary 1/0 AWG...
  2. C

    Sterling regulator

    I read this recent article by Niger Calder about Sterling regulators. One of the big mags. Who would have thought? Essence: don't go fancy on alternators or batteries, use to the MAX what you have. As usual great writing. I did a bit of searching in the archives, but nothing popped out...
  3. G

    Adding 12v sockets - separate circuit?

    I have a 1989 32-200. There is one 12v socket in the v-berth, added by OP from what I can see. It is wired into the VHF circuit (!). I am planning on adding another socket in the aft cabin with the idea that both can be used for portable Caframo fans. There is one more 12v socket near the...
  4. S

    E28+ 12V Electrical Distribution

    I have just bought a 28+ and am running down issues with how the 12V instruments and lights are distributed. The sounder was wired in with the cabin lights and so ran anytime the lights breaker was closed. When I removed the sounder to a different breaker the port side cabin lights went with...
  5. Lucky Dog

    12v Power Supply verses using batteries

    I have removed the partly rusty rats nest of wires encased in wasp nests. Rebuilding everything. On paper I have planned to use a 12 volt power supply when tethered to shore power. This reduces the cycling on the house batteries. To my surprise the marine box stores doesn’t carry 12 volt...
  6. simdim

    Replacing 12v bulbs with LED

    Folks, Had anyone entertained an idea of replacing 12v bulbs with LED bulbs? If yes what was the brand and were there any issues? I am thinking of attacking running lights and mast lights first. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Cheers, Simon
  7. bigtyme805

    12v Interior Light Covers Needed

    Can anyone direct me where I can purchase new covers for my Interior lights. They are the common square models. I checked WM and Boaters World, no dice! I checked online but its like checking a needle in a haystack. The ones I have are starting to get a yellow coloring like cigarette...
  8. CWM

    E27 new 12v control panel

    Some pics of the new control panel on my 1973 E27. The panel is a Blue Seas System product 6 AWG wire was used between the battery and the control panel. 14 AWG wire was used for all other wiring. Note that I have an outboard with a magneto (no alternator). Hopefully, this post will give...
  9. C

    12V Diesel Fuel Pump ?

    I am in the process of installing a BETA 920-25hp diesel auxilliary and want to install a new fuel pump and keep the old FACET pump for a spare. The only pumps I can find are Facet-Purolator and Walbro :confused: Anyone recently replace a fuel pump ? Would appreciate a heads up on this...
  10. R

    Cabin 12V light lenses

    I need to replace the plastic cabin light lenses on my 1971 E-29. Any ideas as where to find OEM or replica parts? Thanks, Ray Hughes.
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