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  • Maria Langermlanger@mastodon.world
    Oct 12, 2026, 3:03 PM

    The crazy thing is that the marine grade stainless steel brackets I need to hold the panels in place cost more than the panels. Costs so far:
    Renogy Solar Panels 400 Watt N-Type $352.99
    Victron Energy SmartSolar MPPT Charge Controller 150V, 35A $152.90
    8 Hinged split side rail mount w/hex head bolt, 1" $418.03😳

    Martin will build out my existing panel rack with more materials and bill me for that and his labor. With 400 W of solar on the roof, I should never need shore power again. (2/3)

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  • Maria Langermlanger@mastodon.world
    Oct 12, 2026, 3:03 PM

    This isn't the only upgrade I'm doing this autumn. I'm having the boat detailed and ceramic coated, which will protect the paint and finish and prevent fading. It'll also increase the marketability of the boat when it's time to sell. The ceramic coating should last at least five years, especially if I continue to stow the boat in my garage every winter.

    The cost of this entire upgrade should be covered by charter revenues for the end of September and October. (3/3)

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