ARCO Zeus
ARCO Zeus Omega Alternator Control System: Install guide
The ARCO Zeus Omega alternator control system is a much cleaner physical install. The control module is smaller, there are fewer wires to run, and a single cont..
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ARCO Zeus
ARCO Zeus Omega The Ultimate Boat Charging System
Pensacola, Florida — ARCO Marine today announced the availability of the Zeus Omega™ Alternator Control System, a revolutionary new charging platform that r..
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Electrical
Kilovault Battery - Replacement App, even better than before.
The New KiloVault iOS App has been Released! For Android Beta version fill in the form here. If you've got a KiloVault lithium battery bank aboard — HLX+ or o..
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Marine DIY
How to Drill into Fiberglass Decks Without Damaging the Core
If you own a boat with a cored fiberglass deck, at some point you'll need to mount new hardware — a cleat, a padeye, a solar panel bracket, or an antenna base..
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Electrical
The Power of Victron Lithium Iron Phosphate Batteries
Ahoy, fellow boaters! At The Yacht Rigger, we're passionate about integrating cutting-edge technology into your vessel's systems. One of our standout component..
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Marine Solar
Embracing Solar Power for Your Boat: The Yacht Rigger's Comprehensive Approach
Ahoy, boating enthusiasts! At The Yacht Rigger, we're all about integrating cutting-edge technology into boat systems to enhance your boating experience. One of..
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Marine DIY
Rainman Watermaker - How to Install on Your Boat
Thinking about installing a Rainman watermaker on your boat? An ABYC-certified marine electrician walks through real installation decisions — from portable vs..
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Marine DIY
A Simple 3-Panel Solar Arch Install for Sailboats: What It Actually Takes
Not every solar upgrade needs to be complicated. Most boat owners assume a solar arch install means a maze of wiring, a dozen components, and a job only a full-..
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Rigging
Why AmSteel Dyneema Steering Cables Need Pre-Stretching Before Splicing
Quick answer: Yes, AmSteel Dyneema stretches — but not the way most people expect. New AmSteel line experiences a one-time "constructional creep" of several i..
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Rigging
Roller Furler - How to Assemble guide - 3 part series
Our first video is a bench build of a Harken MkIV Unit 2 furler destined for an Island Packet. Everything is laid out dry on the bench first — the fastest way..
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