Installing AC power outlets - Wooden boat restoration - Boat Refit

Installing AC power outlets - Wooden boat restoration - Boat Refit - Travels With Geordie #89

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5 жыл бұрын

This week I carry on with the ongoing wooden boat restoration of my friends boat MV Zephyrus. Building and installing some panels to house the AC plugs as well as DC USB plugs.
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@bisonuberti 5 жыл бұрын

Just a pleasure as always. I really enjoy the comical tidbits... Excellent work. Well done. "Cheers".

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much

@RachaelSA 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you told me to subscribe, I have been binge watching for 2 days and hadn't yet.

@cavemannnn2000 5 жыл бұрын

Im so happy my wife and I found you. We were going to use regular house wire. Subscribed for life. (we have a 87' 34ft Fairbanks) cheers

@jessesmith4474 3 жыл бұрын

Could you go into more detail about daisy chaining like do’s and don’t and maybe what size breaker you want to use when doing this thanks a bunch

@LawnGone 5 жыл бұрын

Great way to start my weekend,a fresh coffee and 27 minutes of wooden boat video! Love it,thanks for sharing Peter

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome.

@w.mozart3048 5 жыл бұрын

Even without the give away T-shirt I like you channel. It's fun! Keep on sharing... btw. we have 240 V, quite a bit more. Greetings from Europe...

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Actually, I'll be wiring my boat to EU specs and it will eventually cruise the European rivers.

@w.mozart3048 5 жыл бұрын

Great. Need help ? ; )

@arthurjacobs9330 5 жыл бұрын

Having read the comments and being an electrician for 38 years, I thought I would add another comment. Put 10 electricians in a room and let one do the work, what will all the others have in common? They wouldn't have done it that way... Keep up the good work, cheers.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Heh, very well said Arthur. Thank you.

@steveota9629 4 жыл бұрын

True! How many way 2 Skin a Cat ? Thanks Peter , Bravo ! My Curiosity after 30 years in the electronic/electrical field ,has to do with Uninterrupted Power supply. After over 30 yr as a recreational enthusiasts, in on marine environments, raised on Lake Michigan ~proper. Admired many Christ craft, of various size,vintage. Have owned fiberglass, small boats and PWC, typically called Jet Ski,, You know. Essentially My question or future episode is Your synopsis of saltwater battery, and storage of DC potential, in a marine environment. Lead acid batteries are what I'm familiar with, and trained in through THE USN, OUR technology was essentially Korean war era tech, and logic, while going to school in the early 90's. My Rate was GSE. gas systems electrical=turbine mechanics .. Okay sorry so long. Great Channel, request that You address backup power, I do remember seeing a small Honda geni? Thanks again !

@mhr320 5 жыл бұрын

Great explanation on AC wiring for a boat. I'm still only going to watch on Sunday. It's easy, like Sunday morning. I'm off to replace the receptacles in my house now :)

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Heh, sorry about the day change. Not sure I'll stick with it.

@jcregal3456 5 жыл бұрын

It is easy to play Monday morning quarterback so here I go. Around my house and garage when I want a superior 120v receptacle I use hospital or industrial grade receptacles. They have superior connections and full contact internal parts that wipe a significant portion of the inserted plug blades and superior plug/cord retention (nurses don't like it when the IV machine becomes unplugged). They also have superior cost, and longer lifespan. As for the ground issues, take the in and out ground wires along with a pig tail, twist them together and crimp the twist with a ferrule,connect the pigtail to the receptacle and Bobs your Uncle.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Great points, I'll be looking for a supplier for better receptacles when I do my boat. Thanks

@timwinfield8509 2 жыл бұрын

GFI outlets are a good idea in a wet or damp environment.

@TravelsWithGeordie 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, all the circuits have them now.

@williamaiken2736 5 жыл бұрын

Always great to watch your techniques and how straightforward they are how nice of a finished look they have when done. Boat yard would charge a mint to do the same work but by doing it yourself, you know exactly what was done and how you did it. Especially when you may have to go back in to fix or replace it. Great job as always Peter.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks William

@richardbell7955 5 жыл бұрын

Good Saturday night viewing, well done

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Richard.

@milt7348 5 жыл бұрын

Great explanation, couple things I did not know, and I thought I knew a lot about electrical. Glad you still got all your finger parts.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Milt. Gosh, so odd for me to post that video just as Leo chopped the end of his finger off 30 miles away. Terrible.

@milt7348 5 жыл бұрын

@@TravelsWithGeordie yep I saw that after I watched yours and thought of you, but I really saw no issue with your saw work.

@edwardheisterkamp7196 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome Edward.

@scottdowney4318 5 жыл бұрын

I use plugs with the back hole on stranded wire that CLAMPs the wire using the side screws. So the little holes then work fine with stranded wire. The side screws have an interior clamping setup to the little holes. Lowes sells those outlets pretty cheap too. They are a better quality all around. I also have wrung out the little screws and almost always they are ok after. And yes done the ring idea as you did on ground. On some electric outlets that are hidden or simply metal boxes to connect 3 or 4 wires together as junction boxes, I have used copper clamping crimps to secure 3 or 4 stranded wires together, then heat shrink for insulation. I do usually spray [paint with grey primer or something those metal boxes to prevent rusting.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

All good ideas, thanks.

@stevenjones1359 Жыл бұрын

Your easy to follow,cheerz.

@stoffa 5 жыл бұрын

Once again, good stuff Peter.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks again Christopher.

@wombat211192 5 жыл бұрын

What a simple and very neat idea . Top job .

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Greg

@Barry-fg1gl 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter,always look forward to your videos

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Barry

@theabsolutetruth2024 Ай бұрын

Great video!

@stephengent9974 5 жыл бұрын

You certainly can use stranded wire, just strip it back long enough and tin the end. Easy.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

I agree, but ABYC doesn't

@DadBuilds 5 жыл бұрын

Those brackets look awesome installed Peter. as always great work!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jeromy

@xXBocephusXx 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the AC wiring tips, there's some good info there. The outlet panels look great!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much.

@RLC2020 5 жыл бұрын

Always looking forward to your videos. Great stuff!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@rogermace4516 5 жыл бұрын

You bought up some great points and helpful information as always ....... Nice work Peter... Keep well

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks again Roger.

@ianadkins471 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Peter. Great video and many helpful tips. I always learn something new when I watch you. Keep up the great work. The boat is looking great!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ian.

@danacoyle1826 5 жыл бұрын

As always great work Peter cheers

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Doyle, Thanks again.

@t.tarkowski6653 5 жыл бұрын

Entertaining and informative as always! Thanks!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thank You Thomas.

@reubenbyrd964 5 жыл бұрын

Have not seen Geordie lately, my dog Pepe is always underfoot. He is miniature Poodle and loves to ride on my Cub Cadet mower or when running errands, he has to ride. Love your channel, impressed with your wood working skills, which is good for me, restoring a1954 AirStream Flying Cloud. Keep up the the good work !

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Heh, I used to have a Cub Cadet 122! with creeper and 3 point hitch. Pup is always nearby but I do need to get him in more shots.

@cnc75adventures49 5 жыл бұрын

Great stuff you have so many tips and tricks thanks for sharing!!! 👍👍

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Chad.

@ceesklumper 5 жыл бұрын

I always force the screws out of the outlets, never had an issue using them again for a solid connection

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Neither have I really, just thought it was fair to point out that there's a chance.

@sonnybrooks264 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers!

@stevegifford2661 5 жыл бұрын

Great video and timely! I am about to do mine on my boat. Did not know about the USB jacks and I need one for a tablet. this is becoming one of my favorite channels!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve

@Killarneylakeboatworks 5 жыл бұрын

I did the same I put a few USB port great video

@bobvjr 5 жыл бұрын

Very informative episode Peter!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Bob.

@mikeskelly2356 4 жыл бұрын

You can get outlets with 'clamp' connections, where you insert the wire in a hole then when you tighten the screw it pulls a clamp plate against the wire. If you already have a non-clamp outlet, just 'tin' the end of the wire and bend it around the screw. (Retired electrician)...

@TravelsWithGeordie 4 жыл бұрын

Hmmm, will have to look into those...

@rich40701 5 жыл бұрын

Another good video Peter.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rich

@robjohnson2649 5 жыл бұрын

Greetings from North Carolina, Another great video, there are higher grade outlets for commercial use that help with moisture and dust protection. And yes they are more expensive. Cheers

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rob, I did a little research and yes there are, might go that route on my boat.

@mikeskelly2356 4 жыл бұрын

Why not use the angle slide that came with the saw? One 45º on each piece, then a 22º cut on either side and then hit the sander. No 'flying' cuts or flying fingers to worry about!...

@TravelsWithGeordie 4 жыл бұрын

Heh, where's the fun in that?

@SteakLover001 5 жыл бұрын

Greetings (again) from Texas!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Good to hear from you (again),

@andrewballantine 4 жыл бұрын

USB is indeed Universal Serial Bus.

@bobweglin9644 5 жыл бұрын

I like your use of chamfers.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Bob

@trolling4dollars816 4 жыл бұрын

There are household duplex outlets with 2 @ USB outlets built in. Another option, is to use a buck converter, and power the USB outlets from the 12v feed so you can use the USB outlets without having 120v power.

@gmay48 5 жыл бұрын

super informative

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gerald

@myoldtractorshed Жыл бұрын

Just a little comment to help you with the youtube algorithms. Thank you.

@mgiaco52 2 жыл бұрын

Hubbell-Wiring HBL53CM62 3-Wire 2-Pole Specification/Marine Grade Extra Heavy-Duty Corrosion-Resistant Straight Blade Duplex Receptacle 125-Volt AC 20-Amp NEMA 5-20R Yellow HBL®

@TravelsWithGeordie 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, good lead

@vicwest4360 5 жыл бұрын

A GPS receives up to 12 satellite signals at a time. Then calculates or triangulates constantly in order to give you a moving image on a map. Uses a lot of power. Most hand helds would go threw a set of double AA's in 8 hours. GPS units are big calculators working all the time when on.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, perfect explanation. Compute intensive, of course.Vic West...You're nearby!

@jgwinks 5 жыл бұрын

Yea, my Android tablet running OpenCPN with the screen locked on will discharge the battery even when plugged into it's 2 amp charger. About 4 hours and it's dead. It will run for days with the screen and GPS off. The screen eats a lot of power too.

@gordonkinslow8385 5 жыл бұрын

nice work. never sen them spade connectors before. Good idea .

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

They're not common, I have to order them.

@duffjolly4428 5 жыл бұрын

Good morning Peter. As always another great video, very informative, showing skills and attention to detail. Regarding your opening sketch, I know Tod Mountain well as I live in Kamloops. Cheers

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks again Duff. Cool, that was my first time up.

@philmurphy3549 5 жыл бұрын

Seriously, without “travels with Geordie”my Restoration would be floundering like drift wood ...... Regards Phil 🙋‍♂️🇬🇧

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Phil, glad you're keeping at it.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Hello Phil, You’re this week’s recipient of a Travel With Geordie T shirt. If you send me your shirt size and a shipping address to swag@travelswithgeordie.com I'll send it off.

@markbrittell2001 5 жыл бұрын

You just make it look easy.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

That's because it is.

@patrickjohn9279 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent, first class, highly skilled, your an artist with the woodwork Peter.....also,Will you be doing any touring videos with your boat, once it's finished...Thank you for sharing..looking forward to the next one..Blessings..😇

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Patrick. Oh yes, I'll be travelling again, and long before the boat is finished. Plan is to continue the refit while cruising.

@aviewfromthepilothouse341 5 жыл бұрын

love the videos.. look forward to each one.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@alaskanboatproject2644 3 жыл бұрын

Curious how you wired in the triplex cable to their terminals next to your DC panel. Any videos on that? Appreciate it!

@pakratunloading 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, free stuff!

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Heh, hope so.

@rosagutierres8025 4 жыл бұрын

Í see your progran from Nicaragua í like your work saludos

@Bikerbob59 5 жыл бұрын

Good tip's thanks.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks again Bob.

@Bikerbob59 5 жыл бұрын

@@TravelsWithGeordie Between you and finding Simon I find my happy spot. lol

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

I'm flattered to be in such illustrious company.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

I'm flattered to be in such illustrious company.

@Bikerbob59 5 жыл бұрын

Well found ya both from SV Seeker I think.

@BrianMDIY 5 жыл бұрын

Would proudly wear one of those shirts for all to see....

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Gosh I hope your name comes up then.

@bobm2331 3 жыл бұрын

Hey there Peter. Great info, just curious is there any code in BC that requires a permit/ inspection for boat wiring?

@inhaleingsmoke 5 жыл бұрын

I would have used gfci along with a outdoor protective cover I know it's a bit more money but totally worth it being around water

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Steven, yes each circuit will have GFCI's, but only the cockpit will have a cover.

@53Peterbilt 5 жыл бұрын

what about using an open hook shaped connector, instead of the double spades?? Love these videos! Keep 'em coming man!! (oh, and pet the 'pooch' for me!) :)

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Yeah, hook would be good, and stack better, yeah!

@williamhoskins7818 4 жыл бұрын

Very Important tooo know, lots of forethought going on, love it ! As usual, first class tradesmen quality! ( shipright?). Ciao brah.

@TravelsWithGeordie 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks William

@sodoffxx 4 жыл бұрын

Don't know if it has been asked but what about just cutting or angle grinding a small slit in a ring connector?

@TravelsWithGeordie 4 жыл бұрын

Or just buy the right connector. But heh, I have done the slit trick in the past.

@Fifties-kidat-themovies 5 жыл бұрын

Good work and fun videos. It's nice to watch others doing all the work I dream of doing one day. So where have you been hiding Geordie lately?

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Roland. He's always right underfoot but I really do have to include him more often.

@pepepoo2432 10 ай бұрын

Peter you worry me with hands n saws ..get a push stick pleaseeee

@todddunn945 5 жыл бұрын

Nice work Peter. Is there any particular reason you didn't make the first plug in each circuit GFCI? I know ABYC doesn't require them except in the galley/head etc., but hey they are not all that expensive.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Todd, good point. yes each circuit will have a lead GFCI as soon as can find black ones.

@br5498 5 жыл бұрын

Good video Peter, on the outlets, they make 120v ac outlets with dual voltage USB plugs in them they make a clean install and good back fit for a standard outlet hole. The 120v box why not use the ones with flip out wings that lock the box in place ? ... Yes they Marine USB plug but they're not much better than non- Marine

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

All good points Tony. The thing with the USB in duplex outlets is that they run off the 120 volt circuit. I wanted to have the USB on the 12 volt circuit for when we're not on shore power. The boat does have an excellent inverter but it just seems wrong to make 120 from 12 to turn it back to 5.5. The duplex in the cockpit will have a cover, I don't see the need indoors.

@br5498 5 жыл бұрын

@@TravelsWithGeordie , good point on 120 to 12..

@BergeThomas 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Always a good video on the end the week. Nice electric work. Are you using a galvanic transformer? Saw a Colin Archer many years ago with four beams completely rotten from current going through the engine and out in the sea via engine mounts. Be careful and do it right. Looking forward to seeing the next video 👍

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Thomas.Yeah, it's critical and not universally understood. I have a pretty good idea of what I'm going to do but a little more research and I'll include my thought in an upcoming episode. The boat already had some nasty damage.

@dieselram05 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Any detailed video on installing the panel and galvanic isolater?

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Yup coming up!

@dieselram05 5 жыл бұрын

Travels With Geordie sweet!!! Looking forward to it!!

@digau8 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, great episode as usual! I love your Land Rover....I am currently rebuilding my Series 3 Lightweight .. Have you ever sent a T~shirt to Hong Kong? Cheers, Mark.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, lets see a video of your rebuild. Never to Hong Kong yet , who knows?

@darylclark1117 3 жыл бұрын

Instead of using spade adapters, consider using copper crimp on ferrules....

@skwyrz1 5 жыл бұрын

So many say how to do something and even I have thought at times you should do this or that,However you always seem to end up with a nice clean working finish.Not everyone has been shown the same approach to a task and some of the comment's I read are a HOOT, Shirt attempt #11

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Scott. I am grateful for all comments though. I like to learn too. Here's hoping for your shirt!

@loloaqici82qb4ipp 5 жыл бұрын

Peter, sockets man, sockets. I know, after you called them plugs at the beginning you just had to continue or else shoot the whole thing again. As for the rest you manage to make the whole subject entertaining and that is the most important thing. Just a thought but why not take a trip across to see Leo on his Tally Ho project at Sequim. I know you like ferries...

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Heh, yeah, or even more accurately Duplex sockets.Jeez, poor old Leo cutting the tip of his finger!Yes, he's only about 30 miles from here as the crow flies.Would love to go visit sometime.

@duffjolly4428 5 жыл бұрын

Peter, what about using a copper stakon to make a pigtail. Then you would only need one Ring connector. Cheers

@jaytruesdale1805 5 жыл бұрын

Would a so called “heavy duty” outlet last longer? What about using a pigtail on the ground?

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Yup, that would work great. In retrospect I'm less uncomfortable using the box grounds now. It also has the advantage as they're not disturbed should you need to change out a receptacle.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Jay, yes, there are some much better units, just need to source something reasonable.

@mebis10 4 жыл бұрын

This video was informative. I have a boat with AC outlets, but I currently can only get shore power, and I'd like to power my fridge, air conditioner, etc away from shore. The boat also has a "cigarette lighter." Can you recommend something for me to accomplish this? Thanks

@TravelsWithGeordie 4 жыл бұрын

That's a huge topic. Firstly you will need a large battery bank, the more the better, then a way to charge the batteries, on the dock you can charge from a shore power charger but when cruising that's not an option. The engine will charge you batteries but only while running and you may not be underway often enough. Lastly you could charge via solar or wind power. Now you need to convert the stored power from 12 volts DC to 110 volts AC via an inverter. One large enough to serve your maximum loads. Now for your loads, AC is extremely power hungry and would only be possible with a huge system. A fridge will draw less than 10 amps with a 20% duty cycle, which is possible with a reasonable sized system. All in all it's a significant undertaking, Google is your friend.

@mebis10 4 жыл бұрын

@@TravelsWithGeordie thanks. What about a gas-powered generator? Would you recommend that?

@rlt422 4 жыл бұрын

Shouldn't GFI plugs be used on a boat? I know they are a bit more costly but they are WAY safer when working near water.

@TravelsWithGeordie 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, all the appropriate outlets are GFCI now. Great point.

@RetiredPilot 5 жыл бұрын

If you are using #12 wire I would use 20 amp receptacles. The are much higher quality. Cheers

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, I think we'll be looking at better receptacles

@brustar5152 5 жыл бұрын

How about soldering the end of the stranded wire. Have been doing that for years. I've also pulled the insulation tube off of crimp connectors, slid some suitable sized heat shrink tube onto the wire, install the crimp connector, crimp and solder the connector onto the wire then slide the heat shrink tubing back over the end of the connector and shrink it. Even doubling up on the heat shrink tubing has worked wonders for a long lasting, vibration resistant connection. Then you can even add a tad of dialectic grease when making your connection to prevent later humidity stimulated dissimilar metal activity.

@todddunn945 5 жыл бұрын

Soldering a connector creates a hard point that can break due to vibration. Consequently soldering is frowned on in the recreational marine world.

@ckm-mkc 5 жыл бұрын

@@todddunn945 It's also frowned on in planes and VAG (VW, Audi, Porsche, Lamborghini, Bentley, Bugatti, Skoda, Seat and possibly others) specifically says to never solder connectors in their factory service manuals. IRC, I once read a test of crimp connectors (in an aviation magazine) and good quality crimps & crimpers actually create a type of cold weld that is far better than a solder joint....

@53Peterbilt 5 жыл бұрын

Let's not forget motorcycles too. I've been building choppers for over 30 years now (see my avatar?) Crimps are the only way to go now, as I too used to solder my connections. No Bueno!

@brustar5152 5 жыл бұрын

I've learned something, thanks.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

I see you lot have already gone over this. I actually believe soldering is fine on a boat, but ABYC doesn't.

@hotttt28 3 жыл бұрын

What are the brand names of your tools ? Ps Love your channel 😉

@TravelsWithGeordie 3 жыл бұрын

Ummm, so many, errr..Makita for cordless, Dewalt for shop tools, Klein for screwdrivers, Fein for oscillating, Craftsman for mechanics tools, Ancor for crimpers, Bosch router, table and 6" sander.

@MrCrabbing 5 жыл бұрын

Do you need to use a galvanic isolater, I was going to wire my boat for shore power but when I looked into it I found it started to get complicated

@James_Innes 5 жыл бұрын

Do you need a Galvanic Isolator on a wooden Hulled Boat? How about a Video on the subject?

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

That's an excellent question and the subject of an upcoming episode. Once I get my head around it. It's a bit of a dark art.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

You bet James, Wooden boats are particularly susceptible. And yup, an upcoming episode will discuss it. But as I said before. There are many opinions!

@kenschoenfelder6260 5 жыл бұрын

Very informative Great video again Would like to contact you about starting channel for my 59 Owen's rebuild.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks again. Anytime, Email address in description. Shoot me a note.

@finnsailing69 5 жыл бұрын

how much did the usb outlets cost you? i bought mine from china for 2€/pcs including shipping, and it puts out 2.1A@5V, 12V input

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

They weren't that cheap! and the good ones are over $50

@bryonensminger7462 5 жыл бұрын

Just make sure to ground them good I'd use GFI outlet my self

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

You bet!

@alangilman6821 5 жыл бұрын

t- shirt!!!! lol

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Heh, here's hoping your name comes up

@mrmarcocecchi74 Жыл бұрын

-8:29 ..or you could glue sandpaper to the face of the blade and than use it in a better and safer way....

@genefoster7238 5 жыл бұрын

Many good tips

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gene

@TheSlyProductions 3 жыл бұрын

I figure that screw and clamp style AC outlets will work well for stranded wire (see the outlet in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gKeFjZd6ycC6qGw.html ). There is a lot more surface area on the clamps instead of the just a screw and the clamps are serrated so that the strands won't pull out as easily when compared to the bottom of a screw head. Amazing video by the way! I'm using this info for wiring up my camper van - very similar considerations as marine circuits.

@peterhaan9068 5 жыл бұрын

Geordie - What kind of life span were you expecting from a 99 cent outlet? You get what you pay for! I only use hospital grade 20 amp outlets; www.ul.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/ul_HospitalGradeReceptacles.pdf Since I value my time I pay a little more but I know I will never have to touch them again! If nothing else at least use this type of outlet where there exists the possibility of a 1000+ watt load being used.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Peter, I think that's very wise. We have a budget issue and couldn't justify premium receptacles initially. We hope to replace them in time.

@bigunone 5 жыл бұрын

Why not just pigtail your wires before connecting to the receptacles? It is a better connection and if one receptacle has a failure the rest in the circuit still work. I would have just run plug mold to the underside of the rail they make it now with USB ports.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Good points.

@bigunone 5 жыл бұрын

@@TravelsWithGeordie LOL You Are a carpenter and I am an electrician we just have different ways of solving the problem

@gladbjorn 5 жыл бұрын

GFCI?

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, the first duplex on each circuit will be a GFCI

@donjohnson5307 5 жыл бұрын

Wow nice work. Is the new abyc ac wire hot lead yellow? How about putting a single hook under the ground to make a pig tail then hook 3 wires to geather with a crimp or a small bus bar. Yes it seems everyting is going to that: u, understand s, silly b , bastard. Lol as our computers are getting smarter.

@TravelsWithGeordie 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Don, No the 3 wire AC cable keeps hot black to avoid confusion. Good idea on the ground scheme. USB, heh.

@jgwinks 5 жыл бұрын

It's DC Ground that's now yellow so you don't confuse it with AC Hot.