I would think anyone on a restricted budget, or even some who are not would find this website very interesting. (sorry if it was already posted here as I do not remember what forum it came from) Trawler Conversion <http://cruisingunderpower.fastmail.net/> PS: I am a big believer in D/E technology, but it needs some more time to develop. I do think Glacier Bay has an advantage here as a total systems approach and some recent investment funds. If you look back thru the archives of this forum you will find some more reference discussions on the subject Brian RunningTideYachts.com ___________________________________________________ ------ Original Message ------ Received: Thu, 14 Feb 2008 08:37:58 AM EST From: "Chris Rietmann" <crietmann@comcast.net> To: <passagemaking-under-power@lists.samurai.com> Subject: [PUP] Nordhavn removes diesel-electric page from Construction Fundamentals section? As the Powerball goes up so does my browsing of the Nordhavn website - I'm not an owner but plan to be at retirement. I've always been intrigued by the diesel electric Siemens system, and I noticed that the page describing it is no longer there. On a search of the site it still show up, but it's not listed where I thought it was (under Construction Fundamentals). While it doesn't seem the technology is quite ready for prime time (only one boat I know of using it and some third hand stories of Nordhavn talking people out of it as an option - again, only hearsay) but I've always felt it was great idea (redundancy, house power, etc.). Anyone have any first hand experience with the technology, or have an idea why it appears to be pushed aside? Thanks, Chris Rietmann (hopefully retiring with an N55)