We DESIGN & BUILD Our Very Own MONSTER SOLAR SETUP | The Sailing Brothers | Ep 176
July 28, 2024 by The Sailing Brothers | Language: EN Play Time: 00:28:45 | SAILING YOUTUBERS
The Sailing Brothers Upgrade with an Impressive Solar Setup Transformation
Read More… |In this thrilling episode of The Sailing Brothers, join Luke and Simon as they embark on a major transformation to upgrade their boat’s solar power system. With the help of generous supporters, they take on the challenge of replacing their 180-watt solar panel with a significantly larger 440-watt unit and expanding their solar arch to accommodate this impressive increase.
Throughout the episode, the brothers tackle numerous challenges in the process, including measuring and cutting new support structures, welding together custom components, and managing all the wiring and cables that come with such an ambitious upgrade. They also share their frustrations along the way, like dealing with unexpected setbacks, harsh weather conditions during the installation, and finding suitable materials to ensure a sturdy yet aesthetically pleasing final product.
In their quest for efficiency, The Sailing Brothers make crucial decisions to enhance both the performance and safety of their solar setup. They opt for strength over flawless looks by incorporating diagonal bracing across the top of the new structure to eliminate any potential wobble or risk of fatigue in the long term.
Key Moments from This Episode:
- The brothers discuss their struggles with charging batteries during voyages, leading to their decision to upgrade their solar power system.
- Luke and Simon make contact with a helpful Australian welder who agrees to fabricate the new solar arch at a significantly discounted rate.
- The process of carefully measuring, cutting, and assembling all components of the new solar setup is documented, showcasing their meticulous attention to detail.
- A surprise visit by family members provides additional moral support and assistance with the strenuous lifting required during installation.
- The final product is revealed – a formidable solar arch capable of supporting a 440-watt panel securely, reflecting their perseverance and skills in boat maintenance.
This episode not only showcases an incredible feat of engineering by The Sailing Brothers but also demonstrates the power of community support and the importance of continuous learning on their remarkable journey.
In this weeks episode we tackle a huge project here in Suva Fiji. Its out with the old solar panel and frame work and in with the new. This really was a monster build!
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We DESIGN & BUILD Our Very Own MONSTER SOLAR SETUP | The Sailing Brothers | Ep 176 Locations
- The Sailing Brothers' boat is moored in Fiji, where they undertake this massive solar panel upgrade. (-16.4056,179.1958)
- A significant portion of the project takes place at a yacht club facility in Australia, where the welding and fabrication work is completed. (-27.4643,153.0132)
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No qualifications, learnt by sailing. From supermarket workers to full time sailors. Sailing a small boat around the world We are two brothers/siblings who love sailing, adventuring, exploring and believe you don't have to be rolling in money to live your dreams Our promise to ourselves when we first started making YouTube videos was to keep it honest and we still keep to this today. Whatever happens goes into the videos whether we laugh, cringe or cry We started off from South Wales in the UK. In 2021 we circumnavigated the United Kingdom and we have carried on sailing since then. We live on our boat all year round a Rival 34, 1979. Named : Atlas We would like to share our adventures and goings-on through videos here on YouTube for you all to see. If you would like to follow our story, Please subscribe if you wish. Thanks for taking the time to read this and have a wonderful day! Live Your Dreams Luke and Adam
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