Huge boat UPGRADE: Our concept for SELF-SUFFICIENCY | 990 Ah LITHIUM on our sailboat | EP25
Hi from 𝗛𝐈, we are PAT and FRANKIE! We are living full-time on our sailing boat 𝗛𝐈 and sail around the world ⛵
Experience the ultimate transformation as we revolutionize our energy system aboard our vessel for self-sufficiency on the open water. Say goodbye to outdated diesel generators and aging batteries as we get ready for the future with a brand new lithium system from Victron Energy, boasting a whopping 990Ah capacity. With the addition of solar panels and a hydrogenerator we use the power of the sun and the sea to provide for ourselves on our adventures.
Plus, with our bow thruster system now separated from the service system, we've achieved more security and more efficiency. Join us for an episode of boat work and fun in-between!
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Episode chapters:
00:00 - Intro
01:03 - Steps for the upgrade
01:42 - Removing the generator
03:52 - Something unexpected
06:43 - A project inbetween
09:15 - Status update
14:18 - The new inverter
16:15 - More new products
16:34 - Uninstalling and installing
18:14 - Blackout
18:31 - New lithium batteries
20:27 - Let’s play a game
22:10 - Off to Germany
23:13 - Finishing the energy system
25:59 - Energy for the bow thruster
28:46 - Finished project
29:12 - Overview of the new installations
30:57 - Outro
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⚓ Thank you so much for dropping the anchor, supporting us and joining us on our voyage! 🤩
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PAT | FRANKIE
🌊 Hi from Hi, we are PAT | FRANKIE ☀️ We've ditched the office for the open sea, trading in spreadsheets for waves and dreams. ✔️ left the 9-to-5 ✔️ sold everything ✔️ now proud owners of S/Y Hi ✔️ kicked off our journey—2,000 nautical miles down we're not just sailing; it's a lifestyle & we're sharing the real deal. Follow our highs, lows & learnings as we navigate the globe, searching for our perfect home port. but here's the scoop: it's not just about us. Through our journey, we want to light a spark in you—encouraging you to chase your dreams. It's worth it, trust us. 💪🏼 still figuring out where to drop anchor & looking for exciting self-employment gigs along the way. your support? it means the world! 🙏🏼 get on board: ① subscribe: ride the waves with us. hit subscribe and see where this journey takes us. ② support: fancy being a part of this adventure? check out https://www.buymeacoffee.com/patandfrankie Thanks for being a part of our dream. Let's see what comes next! ⚓
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Huge Boat Upgrade: Our Concept for Self-Sufficiency | 990 Ah Lithium on Sailboat
In this exciting episode, Pat and Frankie dive into their most ambitious boat project yet – upgrading their sailboat’s energy system with lithium batteries. As they aim to achieve self-sufficiency and enhance efficiency aboard their vessel, let’s explore the steps they took to make this dream a reality. <!– wp:heading {Huge boat UPGRADE: Our concept for SELF-SUFFICIENCY | 990 Ah LITHIUM on our sailboat | EP25 Location
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