AC Circuits -

[@spinnaker5514]

Peter, I've never tried to do any wiring on my 50 year old trawler because it's so hard to get it to look like the factories get it today. I just don't have the ability. You have done a great job and by you pointing out how you accomplished it, I might just give it a try in the future. It makes a lot more sense now. Also, have to tell you how much I love love love the new opening for your channel, every time I see it I miss Geordie. I can't imagine what it's like for you! God Bless!

[@mikeriester8798]

Enjoyed the interim electrical panel work. I was getting worried about what looked like land in the background (through the windows), then you were out in the dinghy showing the low tide. Glad you’ll be able to do your sea trial (later today). I guess I won’t have to wait too long to see that. Cheers!

[@apachepaul]

It did my heart good to hear the CLLLLLLLICK of proper crimper. I lose a little piece of my soul when I see people "crimp" terminals or butt splices with pliers!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Gosh yes!

[@markfisher8206]

Great music to wire by! Low tide is only an interim condition!Cheers The winch along with the macerater pump gave me the most grief on my boat. The previous owner failed to seal the bolt holes correctly when he installed the new winch and rail system. Leaks ,led to deck de -lamination , and new fore decks were the end result.From tiny things comes Great disaster!

[@darylreed7771]

Your interim fixes are damn near permanent Peter. Don’t sell your self short. You do great work. Keep the videos coming!

[@wmac3306]

Hi Peter. I have a Marine Trader trawler & the original wiring is a disaster! I have made some interim modifications but much needs to be done. Your wiring job is beautiful! Please come and rewire my boat. Cheers! Wally :)

[@mikeskelly2356]

Heat the shrink tube portion of the connector first, then 'captive' crimp the conductor barrel. Also, use 'spray insulation' or Di-electric grease on all terminals. Salt air will corrode any exposed connections. A sheet of lexan over the buss bars and terminal block will prevent errant tools from shorting your system, without blocking the view. I hope you labeled all those Romex sheaths with a sharpie, gonna be tough to trace a bad circuit later without it... An old retired Sailor/Electrician... 8P

[@jab5915]

Hope interim is just temporary. I've grown accustomed to your phrases like "Love it, love it, love it"

[@stevenholton438]

So envious of that feeling of deep satisfaction for a job well done! Deferred gratification if only in the interim.

[@KatherineCrosbie]

Looking forward to hearing your cruising plans in the interim!

[@pyrrhical3423]

As a marine sparky, I do a lot of wire looming, nice to see an amateur take pride in their electrics. Seems to always get overlooked by laymen! Good effort.

[@terrysmall1421]

Coffee centre, now a FUTURE LAUNDRY !!! What ever next....surely a spa or sauna is a better use of the space?? Maybe you meant to say the future laundry is just an interim use of the space.

[@2stepinfool]

It's only a temporary fix, but an interim solution! Thanks for being one of the forces to actually do something about my getting out on the water, I ran across an Ericson 25 (1973) and laid out $500.00 to buy it. So far in slip fees for less than 30 days, I've laid out $1500.00+. Oh well, I didn't want that money! Congrats on this weeks work, it looks really good. I'll try to make the live stream, but there's this boat of mine I need to attend to!!!!

[@danacoyle1826]

After the problems with my boat it pays to do a proper job. As always you show us the way it should be done .will be waiting for tomorrows live stream great work Peter cheers

[@treasureisland9630]

I've been living off of one circuit. I'm learning how add circuts so I can disco all night long. 🛸

[@johnthorogood6601]

Interim is a much better word than temporary!! ;-)

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

I though so.

[@108hindu]

That’s very impressive electrical work. I worked around journeyman electricians for decades. They had a lot of pride in their work. Their electrical enclosure work was always ultra tidy. I have always tried to make my own panel work look like theirs. Every one of them would be impressed with your design and workmanship. I’ve never seen anyone do better work than you have in that panel. Sweet..... Perfect.... love it, love it, love it!

[@webbtrekker534]

I've been aboard one off hand crafted boats that have really beautiful electrical wiring harnesses and runs. Made my own spaghetti look like h*ll!

[@popeyethesailor6337]

I need to redo my electrical and create a panel much like you. Now I have a better idea how to do it. Thank you for sharing, you made my day! (Month actually).

[@billbales8491]

The panel is looking very professional, even with the "interim" breakers installed. Cannot wait for the sea trial, one more step towards "Some pretty major cruising in the future".

[@richardflanagan2253]

Interim work for permanent solutions.love it, love it, love it!

[@johnrichardson4924]

Like your electrical wiring "style" EXCEPT: You should strip enough wire to have a loop within the box so that if a receptacle requires replacement, you can easily pull out the old and have enough room to install the new without problem - They DO go bad - Think ahead!!

[@grendel1960a]

today I am watching your latest episode from Water Rail, a 1930 Norfolk Broads Cruiser on my first cruise of the year, it impresses me that nowadays we can be still connected to the internet, despite being in the middle of nowhere. looking at the frost on the deck of this unheated boat, we have 2 shore power sockets aboard, one fore and one aft, and a single inverter socket (300W) which I use to recharge my laptop whilst under way. there is also a single 5A 12V outlet in the rear cabin. I love your channel and watch every episode as soon as it comes out, but battery management on my laptop meant I didnt catch this episode untilk this morning, if I can stay awake long enough tonight I will watch the live stream (it comes out at 9pm here.)

[@jonathanhinkins6215]

Can't beat dark beer. Enjoy

[@deke3797]

Oohh the tide had us worried but glad to know you have a plan for Sunday afternoon!

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

already moved around to a deep water slip.

[@tammywilkins932]

Temporary/interim, it’s all progress. Keep up the good work! T x

[@sjp52047]

Another bit of advice that you do not need. The newest and best is rarely better than the tried and true. You are making some real progress now. I know that you still have done a few things to take care of the interim period before haul out, but still...Great job as always. Regards, Solomon

[@guy.h]

Well, that's really spooky as on Wednesday (after a year of searching) I bought a boat called Interim ... how funny!! Good luck with the haul out - hopefully I will be watching

[@MrCrabbing]

That looked very neat and I thought the tide looked well low at the start looking out of the wheel house windows, she is a fine shaped boat looking from the dinghy back at the bow.

[@normanboyes4983]

Your new panel has very tidy wiring and beautiful work Peter, but you have not left much (any) of a service loop at the busbars. 😀👍⛵️

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

no, I haven’t. I’ve always been torn on service loops. a great idea that’s rarely used. but I acknowledge the benefit

[@darrylmcleman6456]

Yet another great Vid. and a very good dark beer! Darryl in Sooke where the tides are also low around noon. Cheers

[@nicholaspappas9712]

Thanks for proper electrical work and even the screws all in one direction! Nice to see good looking wiring!

[@mildmitch]

Nice job! As I am sure you're aware, EVERYTHING on a boat seem to be temporary, but I love your interim breaker solution. Mitchell sv Sonata San Francisco Bay

[@danlott71]

Everything in life is interim, enjoy it while you can.

[@russellmurphy8111]

Electrical work requires grey matter that releases interim and possibly temporary satisfaction. Looking forward to tomorrow's sea trial!!!

[@bobkroupa8445]

I also have to have all my screws vertical- when I pointed that out to my wife- she thought I was nuts- but it just looks so much better-

[@spymaine89]

to you no one else.

[@nicholaspappas9712]

It sure does and shows pride in your work.

[@kevinhays2000]

Hello Peter - the interim fuse box is very nice - your a better man than me - I check a line by touch - if it is live = I get shocked - 12 volts to 1000 volts I check all the same. Ouch! Cheers.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Zzzzzt!

[@ldsk938]

I really enjoyed the last few videos. You really have a hunger to get this boat done. Even if it's only for the hallout. Keep up the good work

[@ChrisSchroth]

'Interim is the new temporary', that should be on a t-shirt or the title of a tv series. Have a great weekend, Peter.

[@108hindu]

At work we once had an intern for the interim.

[@James_Innes]

Now we know where you keep your Christmas decorations in the interim between seasons. 17.53

[@valhalla3595]

A beer under your "tea house" canopy. Gan Bei.

[@winger-eo1qf]

wish i was as talented as you. your interim work is better than most of my finished work.

[@RenegadeADV]

The 120V looks super clean! Looking forward to seeing the sea trial!

[@theodorecharles635]

Looking better and better all the time. Really looking forward to the sea trial tomorrow. The way the world woks nowadays though, you'll probably get stopped by the DFO and ticketed for moving an artificial reef during barnacle mating season.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Ha, yes.

[@johnobiro5202]

I absolutely love what you’re doing Pete. How do you know so much? Can’t wait for the next instalment, in the interim I can use what I’ve learned from you on my boat.

[@michaelcima5772]

Interim sounds so much more official. Looks like great weather. Cheers

[@maximilianobesso7732]

Interim sounds pretty legit !!

[@paulslevinsky580]

I lived on a little sail boat for 7 years. I wired up a single 15 amp circuit and put my fridge on a switch so that I could use my power tools or heater on rare occasion (South Florida). Worked great.

[@captainhgreen]

Lots of info on how you are wiring your AC circuits. Thanks for the info.

[@timandpatstephenson2638]

Does this pandemic have down? In the interim watch Travels With Geordie…it’s a temporary cure for everything!!

[@TimsBitsnPieces]

Here in Australia, you are not allowed to do any electrical work unless you are a qualified electrician (due to many people doing sub-standard work and causing fires etc). Wow so many AC circuits on a wooden boat.. damn... I always wondered about the clearance under the keel when i've seen low tide over your shoulder. 3ft is heaps of clearance. You do a lot of things halfway/temporarily in the interim to do yet again... If it was me I would do it properly the first time then no need to do it again.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

The boat draws 3’ 6” so no, 3’ isn’t heaps. sometimes the order of operation doesn’t permit finishing every project.

[@daleyurk4369]

In the interim, I am really excited to watch the sea trial today!

[@dondonner1095]

A midday brew in the interim between chores on a lovely Saturday afternoon sounds like a great plan, I think I shall join you only on my deck.

[@mrclassic2284]

Probably worth saying you are using braided AC wire and not solid core for the crimps. Braided wire is also great for boats as it can be snaked around easier.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Yes, I’ll remind people.

[@jimglass5385]

Well I don’t know Travels With Interim peter hmmmm please keep up the great job always enjoy your show

[@tomkiefer2386]

Every visible screw, including door and cabinet hinges, in my house has "timed" screws.

[@bobstienke178]

Well I’m glad you have interim breakers in lieu of interim beer!

[@patrickjernigan1025]

I am sure you don't want an interim compliment I'll give you a full-fledged one finish the job you started my friend and cheers wonderful job

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Heh, thanks as always Patrick.

[@hookshotrods7161]

there is not to many of us that take the time to clock the screws on a power out let nice work Peter

[@richardsiddon610]

Cheers Peter.🍺 Westons vintage cider (dry) for me this evening. Great content today..Looking forward to seeing your trial tomorrow.🙂

[@markbouchard525]

Hopefully the need for the use of the word interim will be just temporary as you quickly check off the tasks ! Great video once again !

[@donjohnson5307]

Interim is a boaters safety word for the wife yes honey that extra boat part/ boat is her just for the interim

[@timvukman4734]

In the interim, I will have to wait until you are ready to do the next box connections. Did you choose a household style for the boxes, or is that all that is available. I've always hated that the plates are larger than the boxes and it you are not building an interior that would look like the inside of your house, I would prefer something that has a flush level plate, or perhaps I should look into something waterproof if it exists. Caps that lock over the sockets would be nice.

[@sheiladunk7583]

Hi, I’m ready for my weekly fix of geordie...great👍😃cheers from roly🇬🇧.

[@davemarshall5776]

I love watching the show !

[@milt7348]

Stay healthy and we'll see you next week.

[@robertcaston2250]

“Interim” what a great word, Peter to describe life in general. Seldom do we see or make a truly final determination. Cant wait for the sea trial video! Cheers.

[@z_actual]

I finally realised I knew zip about that 'lectrical stuff

[@davihar]

well I do hope the good weather we've been having isn't interim but here to stay. Love your work

[@williamconway1287]

In the interim you should drink more of that beer ! 🤩🤩🤩

[@EnglishLawyer]

Peter just a couple of questions, firstly, don't you need some sort of Certificate of Compliance to plug in shore power and secondly, I understand a galvanic isolated should also be installed.

[@willywonka8730]

I use GFCI receptacles throughout my boats for obvious reasons. I also tin the end of every wire or use tinned wire from a marine store (yes, it's expensive but you will have far fewer electrical problems as your wiring ages in the salt water environment. To share or not to share a grounding plane between your AC and DC systems? There is no easy answer but you should be aware of the advantages and disadvantages of each. Keep a sharp eye on your shore power cable ends (both). I Check mine every time I go aboard since I received an electrical shock from my bow rail while boarding. If it corrodes thru (like mine did) you may be the one completing the circuit.

[@normanmerrill1241]

Well done...be safe...

[@gilbertloranger5561]

We are ready to put our sailboat in the water but due to Covid 10 lockdown, we have to wait until May 20th to launch but in the interim we'll drink beer

[@williamconway1287]

I think I might have said this once or twice before,but I REALLY enjoy your background music ! 🤩🤩🤩

[@1977Timp]

Have a great weekend Peter!! Cheers from an Italian in China 😁

[@pepperjake44]

In the interim, I’ll be waiting for tomorrow’s voyage.

[@rstevep9413]

cheers

[@japc4326]

I would suggest electrical grease on the lugs....ie..dielectric grease

[@spymaine89]

reason; outlets will rust quick.

[@seangibson2612]

Interim - it means temporary to some.

[@michaelbundy3867]

In the Interim I love it love it love it

[@waynep343]

Anchor winch drive chain may need lubing. Or replacing so you dont break the chain and have a freewheeling gypsy. There are also epoxy coated relays available for the winch . If you pull the winch motor down for service. May I suggest. VHT brand satin Brake Caliper paint spray cans as a coating. Or the glossy version. Looks like its powder coated when done and it dries in minutes. Rustoleum has a galvanizing spray also. If you cut open a length of tubing to lay the anchor chain in to keep the overspray contained . I dont expect there would be a galvanizing company in Victoria. Probably in Vancouver. I agree running aground 5 feet from your dock on a sea trial is not a good thing. Are you going to set the camera on your mast to time lapse forward viewing. So we get a tour with a view. Create a new bow roller frame prototype out of door skin to the larger size you need and hand it to a steel fab shop to cut and make two bends . There is also a water jet cutting shop on vancouver island with you as they have a youtube channel to cut the bow roller frame shape. Just ideas to ponder from a guy who enjoyed working on a friends 104' wooden hulled power boat for 22 years. Keel to mast head light, bow to transom. Inside and out. Only place I never went was inside the fuel tanks. I did feel them thru a hole in the hull one day. Had my arm in the hole shoulder deep blocking it. Thank goodness for water tight bulkheads. A plywood patch with canvas and dolphinite with ring shank nails solved that minor leak. Ever try to drive a nail under water.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Great stuff! New windlass and all new wiring and relays coming.

[@waynep343]

@@TravelsWithGeordie move the old windlass to the stern. perhaps. to allow you to 2 point anchor..

[@waynep343]

@@TravelsWithGeordie kzbin.infovideos

[@peterbbca]

I expect that your surveyor will want all outlets protected by GFCIs - particularly the cockpit outlet.

[@wayneevans4494]

Yes he will for sure at least at the head of every circuit!

[@wayneevans4494]

Also you will need some type of reverse polarity indicator

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Have one at main shutoff

[@AlisonFort]

All the best for the sea trial!

[@graeme-sailingskeptic]

Waiting till tomorrow for the sea trial! In the interim I'll have to find something else to do. Hmm... maybe sleep? as I'm on the other side of the world and something like 14 hours ahead, it's my temporary solution!

[@jimc4731]

I like your design and your use of stranded wire. Wondering is it tinned/plated or bare copper? Are you going to mark the ends of the wire at the connectors? Keep up the good work! JIM

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

All approved tinned wire. No, not marking individual wires, panel schematic instead.

[@liakosliakos348]

"Travels with temporary Peter". Only kidding Peter, keep up the great work!

[@jimgavin1761]

Strange I generally have my screws horizontal.

[@telebob22]

This is the way.

[@sonnybrooks264]

👍🍺 Cheers!

[@This.Here.Channel]

I had wondered about the tide issue near your slip. Temporary always sounds more permanent. Like, it's such a dauting task to do....but interim? It sounds like it's less daunting. Not sure why I feel this way, although it was probably due to my years as a "temporary" employee at the schools I worked at.

[@krautAmerican]

in the US fork terminal rings are not allowed on machine wiring in factories (JIC)......pretty sure Canadian Ontario Hydro specs are same

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Same with ABYC, but hooked forks are approved.

[@rockstrom1]

Interim slip to go on sea trials.

[@channelfiftynine]

The final counter word "temporary" was 17469, if I haven't miscounted?

[@ian-c.01]

I don't think you would be allowed to have a wooden housing for AC electrics on busbars with floating breakers here in the UK ! That would be viewed as a liability and condemned very quickly ! You'd need a marine grade consumer unit made from steel with sealed cable glands and waterproof cover and it would need to be out of reach, not at head height and wide open !

[@jimc4731]

Maybe it's an interim installation? JIM

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Heh, the interim floating breakers are certainly not permitted but everything else is fully ABYC compliant.

[@kemperregan7450]

How do i use interim in a sentence. great job on the wiring it looks excellent.

[@nicholasplant626]

The interim barge is about to be reborn as a boat.

[@Zetsucat]

Remember that with AC there should be no possibility to ever touch a live wire with a finger. Things like busbars should get covers over the wires etc. As someone might think its 12v and otherwise touch it.

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

Covers are coming.

[@danielpi9781]

you should solder the wire ends before adding the connectors. very important

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

If you mean just to tin the wires, that’s a nice touch, but not required, if you mean soldering the terminals on, that’s not permitted on boats.

[@danielpi9781]

tin the ends is what im talkin bout LOL gives connectors something to grab hold of. r u using solid wire? then never-mind and nice conversing with you

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

no, I’m using proper stranded wire. it’s a good idea for sure.

[@morristhegreat1]

Peter I take it you don’t need to have been trained and certified as an electrician there?

[@TravelsWithGeordie]

nope, great eh?!?