Tips for saving diesel on an old trawler (and installing a Victron Orion for Alternator Charging)

We've had many comments on how rising diesel prices would affect our Loop and thought we'd share some fuel saving tips! Our old Trawler engine sips Diesel, but that doesn't mean it always does.

In this video we go over the following:

1. Finding your most fuel efficient RPM
2. Tips for running your Generator Less like adding Solar, Alternator Charging, and considering a Marina.
3. How to find good diesel rates.

Thanks for watching!

Cheers from the Loop,
Jennifer and Elliot

#greatloop #boatlife #diesel #fuel

🎥 Episode 209 | Filmed on March 12th, 2022
🇺🇸 America's Great Loop | No Name Harbor, Key Biscayne, Florida
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CHAPTERS
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01:04 How to find the most efficient cruising speed
03:20 Tips for Running your Generator Less
04:20 Solar and Alternator Charging Methods
05:08 Setting Up Alternator Charging
05:49 Victron 12V DC-DC 30A Charger Unboxing
06:42 Holding Fast in the Storm
10:06 Installing and Testing Victron 12V DC-DC 30A
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