On further investigation I discovered all 8 starboard side 3.2V lithium ion battery cells were still fully charged after a year of neglect, but that all 8 portside ones were fully discharged. The fool who had jury rigged a temporary at anchor light to the portside light had forgotten to turn it off over a year. ago. Don't ask who the fool was.
I now have to work on Skinnydip outdoors, so have waited for clear day before starting to micro-charge (max 0.5A) the depleted cells. First pic shows Skinnydip on her trailer, the second the improvised micro-charger with its alligator clips charging a cell.
ST21 'Skinnydip' build, and boating adventures, Noosa, Australia
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Re: ST21 'Skinnydip' build, and boating adventures, Noosa, Australia
Currently building Jacques Mertens ST21 "Skinnydip". Boating adventures: Splash testing and using 'Skinnydip, as a basis of further building refinement; Adams 44’ sailing sloop "Great Sandy" (cruising and maintaining); Iain Oughtred Feather Pram "Mini Dip" (building); Jacques Mertens R13 "Wood Duck" (built and due for maintenance).
Re: ST21 'Skinnydip' build, and boating adventures, Noosa, Australia
Incredible work!glossieblack wrote: ↑Mon Apr 18, 2022 4:30 am Thanks Fuzz, cape man, pee wee, and Tom.
Amazingly good for such a small boat. I lack agility and weigh 200 lbs, so getting in and out of some small craft is a challenge. To board Feather Pram, with oars out od the way, I pull her gunwale amidships into the back of my knees, then gently roll back my fat arse down onto the central thwart See pic below), then swing my legs around and aboard, no drama. Reverse process for getting out. I can stand up in her with confidence, and when rowing she's s, stability in not a concern.
A tad over 3".
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Re: ST21 'Skinnydip' build, and boating adventures, Noosa, Australia
Skinnydip is still one fine looking lady!
About leaving the light on I am pretty sure you are not the first person to make a little boo-boo like that
About leaving the light on I am pretty sure you are not the first person to make a little boo-boo like that
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Beautiful GB!!!! Jeff
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Re: ST21 'Skinnydip' build, and boating adventures, Noosa, Australia
It wasn't me!!! I just do things like that here!The fool who had jury rigged a temporary at anchor light to the portside light had forgotten to turn it off over a year. ago. Don't ask who the fool was.
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Re: ST21 'Skinnydip' build, and boating adventures, Noosa, Australia
Thanks Fuzz and cape man for treating my stuff up as little more than minor..
Unfortunately it looks as though I've managed to destroy one half of a 48V 100Ah lithium iron phosphate battery bank that will cost thousands of dollars to replace. Even if I swallow hard and purchase replacements, currently I can't source for love nor money an e-drive techo willing to install and trouble-shoot the replacements.
I need to walk away from this for a time and collect my thoughts.
Unfortunately it looks as though I've managed to destroy one half of a 48V 100Ah lithium iron phosphate battery bank that will cost thousands of dollars to replace. Even if I swallow hard and purchase replacements, currently I can't source for love nor money an e-drive techo willing to install and trouble-shoot the replacements.
I need to walk away from this for a time and collect my thoughts.
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Re: ST21 'Skinnydip' build, and boating adventures, Noosa, Australia
can you define "destroy" a bit more clearly?
I ask, because if it is just that the batts are beyond salvage, then it shouldn't me more than swapping out the packs. Given the masterpieces of floatation that you've created, I'm pretty sure you can loosen then tighten a nut with adequacy.
I ask, because if it is just that the batts are beyond salvage, then it shouldn't me more than swapping out the packs. Given the masterpieces of floatation that you've created, I'm pretty sure you can loosen then tighten a nut with adequacy.
Re: ST21 'Skinnydip' build, and boating adventures, Noosa, Australia
Wow GB, I really hate that for you!!! Jeff
Re: ST21 'Skinnydip' build, and boating adventures, Noosa, Australia
GB I really feel for you, check with the battery mfg. if you have not already to see if there is a way to recover them. Well sorry for your loss again.
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Re: ST21 'Skinnydip' build, and boating adventures, Noosa, Australia
Been thinking about your trials and tribulations with SkinnyDip. It would seem she is like a lot of really good looking gals in that she comes with lots of expense and heartache. I hope you are able to get good use and enjoyment out of her even if the E-drive part has failed to meet the desired goals.
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