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BougeRV 2000w Inverter Review
My old test inverter died when I connected it to the Solid State Marine battery. Since it was time to replace it I looked at what was available in that size range and asked the people at BougeRV to send me their 2000w inverter. It seemed to be about the best in the inexpensive price range. If you...
the FNIRSI FAM-02 Handheld Anemometer
I stumbled across the FNIRSI FAM-02 Handheld Anemometer and I thought it might be a good idea on sailboats. Especially on small boats that don't have integrated wind instruments as it's very inexpensive at $35 Affiliate Link: Have questions or comments? Leave them below! We do our bes...
How to Charge Lithium Batteries Properly (Short Version)
There is a lot of (often wrong) information out there about how to charge your Lithium (LiFePO4) batteries. In this video I show you how to charge your batteries for the longest possible life. If you would like to learn more about the BankManager - Have questions or comments? Leave them below! ...
Announcing the BankManager App!
A user named Derick made us a wonderful app for the BankManager Gen3. It's currently in Beta test. You can join the Beta test team, download a copy for free and make suggestions as to how to improve this app. Don't be afraid if us calling it Beta, I feel it's really working well al...
NMC vs LFP (LiFePO4) which is Safer
Ever wonder if LFP (LiFePO4) is really safer than NMC lithium ion batteries. In this video I drive two similar sized cells to thermal runaway or full breakdown. We find out if LFP is safer than NMC and you can decide if NMC is worth having. NMC is more power dense but it has a markedly shorte...
Solid State Marine Battery Review-Excitement Guaranteed!
Is the Solid State Marine battery a good idea to install in your boat? I review it in this video where we learn if it's safe or potentially deadly. If you want to see the BankManager and the "Temptress" air conditioner follow this like Have questions or comments? Leave them below...
Making My Boat AC more Efficient with a new Expansion Valve
I've had a lot of questions about where to get this. It's available, along with the BankManager at MarineDCAC.com. This is the link to the sealant I use on my flare fittings Have questions or comments? Leave them below! We do our best to read and answer all comments on our channel. -...
Dufume 600ah Battery review. Not worth it!
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Drama Free Docking
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GrenerPower300
In this video I give my opinion of the Grener Power 300ah LiFePO4 Lithium battery If you want to learn more about this battery or buy one please follow my affiliate link: current price through this link - $379.99 My BankManager is described at : That battery load tester can be seen at: I�...
How to Make Perfect Terminal Crimps
In this video I go into how I connect terminals to wire. Over the years I've tried many methods. This is what I think is the best way to crimp terminals on electrical wire. Affiliate links Plier set Just the crimper Similar stripper Hydraulic crimper for big wire Chinese Crimp...
Wavlink AX3000 Review. How to Get Internet on Your Boat Free
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A Deep Dive into Using AIS at Sea (Orca Navigation)
In March I raced a sailboat from Tampa Bay to Mexico. In the 1150 miles of that race and the return voyage we crossed a lot of shipping. We had the Orca copilot Navigation system on board. In this video I go into depth about how AIS works and specifically how the Orca system displays AIS informa...
A Difficult Boat Docking Made Easy
There will be times you need to dock your boat in difficult conditions. Its really good to have thought through the process in many situations before you are forced into action. In this video I share a tactic we recently used to put a difficult to control full keel sailboat into a tricky slip. ...
Interview with a Founder of Orca Navigation System. Addressing Issues
I took the Orca CoPilot with me on an ocean race to Mexico. Some issues came up and I made contact with Kristian Fallro one of the CoFounders and Technical lead of Orca to discuss the issues. It turned out they have just finished a new release of their software that had already addressed most of...
Discussion of the Regatta Del Sol al Sol 2026 Yacht Race
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Adventure log May 2026 (Temptress in Peril and 1150 Ocean miles of Race)
May 2026 Adventure Log. I participated in the Regatta del Sol al Sol yacht race from St Petersburg to Isla Mujeres Mexico. Also Temptress (my sailboat) broke free from it's mooring and got in real trouble. If you would like to learn about my BankManager check out Have questions or comme...
Hooking up a Lithium Battery
Ever wonder why you get a big spark when you connect a battery? Wonder if its a bad thing (can be)? In this video I discuss how to safely hook up a storage battery especially if it's lithium. Have questions or comments? Leave them below! We do our best to read and answer all comments on our c...
Reviewing the OSCAL1800se Power Station. Is it the right small unit?
Do you need a PowerStation that isn't so heavy it breaks your back to more it? I did. In this video I review the Oscal 1800se Power Station. Here is my affiliate link to Amazon: Oscal 1800se PowerStatioin Have questions or comments? Leave them below! We do our best to read and answer a...
My Review of the OptiSolex400 Solar Blanket Solar Bag
I've seen ads for these Solar Blankets. Multiple solar panels sewn together in a flexible grid. In this video I'm reviewing the OptiSolex SolarBag 400. I like it. Affiliate link: Have questions or comments? Leave them below! We do our best to read and answer all comments on our cha...
Review of the DCA Angle Grinder. Do you need ONE? I Bet You Do.
In this Video I review the DCA battery powered angle grinder. I explain what an angle grinder is and why they are important. This is a tool that solves an emergency need you boat might have someday. Here is an affiliate link to Learn More about this on Amazon: Angle Grinder Carving Wheels Ha...
How to cook SAFELY on a Boat
Propane is explosive. But I make a case here for how to use it very safely as a cooking fuel on a boat. I think Propane is the best way to cook on a boat, bar none. Affiliate Links: The timer switch - A Solenoid I found - A Propane/CO detector - Have questions or comments? Leave them belo...
How to Safely Store your LiFePO4 Batteries
My opinions on how you should store your lithium batteries (LiFePO4) when you arent going to use them for an extended period of time. Have questions or comments? Leave them below! We do our best to read and answer all comments on our channel. ----------- LINKS TO PRODUCTS WE LOVE (Affiliate l...