HELMSMAN MARINE ELECTRIC SERVICES & ELECTRIC BOAT MOTORS
Electric Boat Conversions
We offer marine electric drive conversions from full on removal of the old engine and its related components, installation of the electric drive and batteries - to any stage in between.
STEP 1: Planning your electric drive system to meet your goals and type of sailing or cruising is essential.
STEP 2: We will work with our drive suppliers to provide range and speed projections for several motor and battery types given your vessels waterline, displacement and propeller.
STEP 3: At the completion of the electric conversion, we’ll sea trial the boat and go over the drive system so that you understand and are completely comfortable in it’s operation, charging, limitations and maintenance.
AC | DC Marine Systems Troubleshooting
As an ABYC certified Marine Electrician, Helmsman is also available for AC and DC systems troubleshooting, updating, and installation.
Other Services
Anything to do with energy on your boat, I can help.
Alternative energy, wind and solar marine systems - I do a lot of this!
Troubleshooting existing electric drives
Consulting to boat owners on their DIY electric motor installations
Electric Drive Q&A
Education & Camaraderie:
One of my favorite things to do is to be a guest when your boat club or marina hosts an Electric Drive Q&A Night. This can be a fun, relaxed evening where your boaters can get expert answers to their specific situation. During Q&As all the important details and considerations come out, but in a more ‘fun’ format for your club event. The goal is to help your members understand when electric makes sense, the trade-offs and the benefits.
The reality is that there aren’t enough qualified Marine Electricians who are experienced enough to properly provide electric drive conversion services. Some of my work involves fixing what other installers have done, which often includes a serious safety concern. I strongly recommend that you hire an ABYC certified installer and someone who knows how to structurally secure your new system and safely accomodate the weight of new batteries.
I’d like to see more boats go green, silent and ELECTRIC!
Contact me for a Q&A Night!
“We had Bob Blood come out to take a look at our electrical and plumbing problems. Bob quickly diagnosed the problem. We also asked Bob to help us with the electric and battery issues. Bob is an excellent all around Yacht Mechanic. He is ABYC certified. I’m very satisfied with his work and rates.”