Adding shore power

[BJL]

We have a 22' Trophy W/A with the small cabin. Would it be an expensive job to add shore power to it? We would only need one outlet on the boat. Has anyone done this and what was involved?

 

[Planeguy]

BJL go to www.bluesea.com and look at their catalog for ideas and instructions. Then check Boatfix for prices!

 

[yzer]

Not difficult and Planeguy has the right idea on how to shop the parts. Consider installing a smart battery charger at the same time. I have a pretty minimal AC system: one duplex outlet and a smart charger.

 

[BJL]

I looked at the blue sea site but didn't see anything that looked like a shore power fitting. Maybe I'm not looking for the right thing??? It's something I would have to get installed by my mechanic so just wondering how expensive a job it might be.

 

[Capt. Bill1]

The labor would be the biggest cost. So start by asking your mechanic.

The cost will vary greatly based on how elaborate the system is you wish to install.

 

[thataway4]

It is an easy upgrade--if you know what you are doing! But I would not have "joe blow" mechanic do the work. Find a marine electrician and make sure it is done correctly. You need the fitting--Marinco for the 30 amp boat inlet. Then a galvanic isolator (recommended) Next a main breaker with sub pannel. Finally a breaker for the outlet and a second breaker for the battery charger. Use only marine wiring--not household wiring. No wirenuts! No solid wire.

 

[BJL]

Thanks Bob. My marine mechanic is very experienced in electrical work also so I'll give him a call and see what he says.