Hello All,
We just purchased a 1984 Hunter 34’. It’s my second Hunter, my first was a 31’ which I so loved. This boat has some added features like a fairly new refrigerator, and AC. The boat did well on the survey (LOL) for which I asked they check the electrical systems. Well, I know there is an issue which did not show up. So, I am looking for suggestions on what is installed and how to remedy the problem with little cost. I have an extensive electronics background in a totally different application, so I can do the work myself properly with some good advice.
I was checking the electrical loads when I noticed there were some hot wires and know I need to make some changes. I have added three photos: 1 of the old inverter which is hanging upside down under the nav table. Photo 2 is a “Square D” gray box which has a loud hummmmm, and Photo 3 is of the jumpers attached to the inverter. We have only started our refit and repairs and I need your expertise on my electrical situation. The inverter also has a 12v. connector on the floor. The last time I saw a connection like that was jump starting airplanes when I was a kid.
Also looking for feedback from anybody who has moved the water heater in a Hunter 34’. The one on this boat was removed to install the AC unit. (The AC controller for the water pump was rewired Day One to remove the extension cords that had been spliced in at many locations).
Many thanks to all the great answers in the past and future!
We just purchased a 1984 Hunter 34’. It’s my second Hunter, my first was a 31’ which I so loved. This boat has some added features like a fairly new refrigerator, and AC. The boat did well on the survey (LOL) for which I asked they check the electrical systems. Well, I know there is an issue which did not show up. So, I am looking for suggestions on what is installed and how to remedy the problem with little cost. I have an extensive electronics background in a totally different application, so I can do the work myself properly with some good advice.
I was checking the electrical loads when I noticed there were some hot wires and know I need to make some changes. I have added three photos: 1 of the old inverter which is hanging upside down under the nav table. Photo 2 is a “Square D” gray box which has a loud hummmmm, and Photo 3 is of the jumpers attached to the inverter. We have only started our refit and repairs and I need your expertise on my electrical situation. The inverter also has a 12v. connector on the floor. The last time I saw a connection like that was jump starting airplanes when I was a kid.
Also looking for feedback from anybody who has moved the water heater in a Hunter 34’. The one on this boat was removed to install the AC unit. (The AC controller for the water pump was rewired Day One to remove the extension cords that had been spliced in at many locations).
Many thanks to all the great answers in the past and future!
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