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Post by icantbuccaneer on Aug 12, 2018 7:05:16 GMT
Hi folks
We purchased took delivery of our 795 back in May 2017. Since then we have used it extensively. Due to the climate in Scotland we'd like to get a diesel heater installed. Has anyone had one fitted ? If so can you let me know where the heater, fuel tank, outlets etc were placed.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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Post by icantbuccaneer on Jan 5, 2019 13:01:08 GMT
Hi folks In the end I didn't get any info re the heater from anyone. However I did make progress and managed to get one installed by a marine engineer. I am delighted with the outcome. A very neat job and took up a lot less space than I anticipated. The heater itself is a 2kw with 2 outlets, one in the main cabin andnthe outher adjustable one pointing to the sleeping quarters. The heater itself has been installed in the outside hold and the fan has 7 setttings. The higher the setting, the more power is used by the fan. So far we have had ig set at 2 or 3 in temperatures to -3. I have some photos but having trouble uploading at the moment The one concern is a general power one. The heater runs from the service battery along with the fridge, fishfinder etc. When i go fishing sometimes we can anchor up for a couple of days and this means the battery is a concern. As a result i am looking other options, one is to change the current leisure type battery with one of the new lilon type batteries that have a large capacity (see attached link) www.carplounge.de/en/loungebox-new ? Does anyone know if this is a viable option ? |
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Post by MalcolmP on Jan 5, 2019 18:08:40 GMT
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Post by icantbuccaneer on Jan 5, 2019 20:16:15 GMT
Thanks Malcolm, i havetried to get an account but the email isnt arriving, tried it twice. I have emailed them to you
Thanks
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Post by MalcolmP on Jan 5, 2019 21:24:37 GMT
Hi folks In the end I didn't get any info re the heater from anyone. However I did make progress and managed to get one installed by a marine engineer. I am delighted with the outcome. A very neat job and took up a lot less space than I anticipated. The heater itself is a 2kw with 2 outlets, one in the main cabin andnthe outher adjustable one pointing to the sleeping quarters. The heater itself has been installed in the outside hold and the fan has 7 setttings. The higher the setting, the more power is used by the fan. So far we have had ig set at 2 or 3 in temperatures to -3. I have some photos but having trouble uploading at the moment The one concern is a general power one. The heater runs from the service battery along with the fridge, fishfinder etc. When i go fishing sometimes we can anchor up for a couple of days and this means the battery is a concern. As a result i am looking other options, one is to change the current leisure type battery with one of the new lilon type batteries that have a large capacity (see attached link) www.carplounge.de/en/loungebox-new ? Does anyone know if this is a viable option ? Here are Alan's photo's, looks a neat install   www.23hq.com/Jeanneau/photo/50343325/original  www.23hq.com/Jeanneau/photo/50343377/original  www.23hq.com/Jeanneau/photo/50343380/original  www.23hq.com/Jeanneau/photo/50343384/original  www.23hq.com/Jeanneau/photo/50343386/original |
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Post by Capt’n Ron on Jan 6, 2019 18:23:33 GMT
Very nice setup. After a several years with the with my 795 in the Pacific Northwest I've been using both a propane (Mr. Heater) as well as an electric heater (Caframo True North Heater). While I've found both to be adequate they do have their downsides to an actual integrated marine heating system; convenience, efficiency (fuel and electricity), and heating area. After talking with Capt'n Lynn and his use of the Webasto heater on his new 895, I'll admit, I have heater envy so I've been looking into adding a diesel heater to my 795 this year. I'm considering the Webasto Airtop 2000 STC and the specs on it are 12v, 3,000-7,000 btu, and 14-29 W, so I think that would be sufficient for the 795. If not then I would move up to the Airtop Evo 40. The locations of your outlets look pretty good as well as the heating unit itself (which is where I was thinking for the install), but one thing I really want are vents at the windshield. Those early fishing mornings I'm always fighting the window fogging up, even with my 12v fans. Did you discuss windshield outlets with your installer? I'd also be interested in the model and spec of your heater as well as cost, both heater and installation. If there are any others 795 owners on the forum who had the dealer install a diesel heater, it would be great if you could share: the location where the heater was installed, model, the location of the outlets, and of course are you happy with it!  Cheers, Ron btw: I also had problems trying to get an account with 23hq.com, so I still use Imgur for posting my photo's. |
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Post by jnorris on Jan 7, 2019 0:44:56 GMT
I am also thinking of installing a heater in my MF 755. Our main issue is condensation on the windshield, so propane portable units are not an option. The reasonable options that I see are as follows:
1. Diesel air heater. I have heard good things about both Webasto and Planar. I do like the Webasto STC 2000 and am reasonably confident that 2000W is sufficient.
2. Small generator for electric heat. The advantage of a small portable generator is that it can be used for other electric appliances and taken off the boat for dry storage. It appears that a 2kW generator would easily power a Caframo electric heater along with other items. My main issue with the generator is where would you put it? I do like the Ryobi gas powered generators, they are quite compact but I'm just not sure whether they are quiet enough for our needs.
3. Battery pack for electric heat. Many of the new automotive power stations have a large enough inverter for electric heat. The one I looked at recently was the Dewalt DXAEPS2. This offers a 1kW inverter with a 22Ah battery. You could reasonably power a Caframo electric heater at the middle setting for 3-4hrs. Goal Zero also has some interesting options but they are pricey.
4. Wallas stove top with hood blower/heater.
I am currently leaning towards a Webasto 2kW forced air unit. I would love to see some pictures of where anyone with a 755 has mounted them. I was considering mounting it in some free space in behind the fridge, but would need to do some extensive modifications for access and venting.
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Post by buff on May 10, 2019 20:03:06 GMT
Hi guys,
I am quite new in this forum and owner of a 795. I was curious if there is still any interest in the topic? I have a Webasto STC 2000 installed and I could maybe share some info.
Cheers,
Chris
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Post by Capt’n Ron on May 11, 2019 13:08:26 GMT
Hi Chris, absolutely, any info, feedback, and photos would be great!
I’ve been looking between the Webasto 2000 STC or the Evo 40. Does the 2000 STC provide sufficient heating? Do you have windshield vents?
Thanks,
Ron
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Post by buff on May 12, 2019 9:32:44 GMT
Ron,
It’s a pleasure to help.
I live in southern Norway and use the boat year round. Temperatures in winter are not that low but the sea climate does its job.
In general I’m happy with the heater. But there are some points I would have done differently.
The power of the 2000 STC during summer, autumn and spring is sufficient. But when it’s a bit colder the heater is running on maximum power which makes it a bit noisy. And due to the big windows on the 795 the air feels warm but there is this cold feeling somehow.
For now I have only two outlets. And this is not enough for me. I would like to have two more to spread the warm air better.
I can take some pictures later today. My boat is just 500m away.
To reduce noise I installed a silencer for the warm air. That helps a lot. I also put one on the fresh air inlet but then it looks like the heating is reducing the power not to overheat. Webasto told me that this is a built in protection. So I removed the one silencer again.
Also the total length of hoses (warm air, fresh air, exhaust, combustion air) is limited to have sufficient airflow.
My plan is to upgrade to the Evo 40. Then I can even have a outlet outside in the cockpit. And it probably is not running on high power all of the time in winter. They say that is actually good for the burner to run maximum output. But you can do this once a while with the bigger one as well.
I’ll put some pictures later today.
Chris
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Post by buff on May 13, 2019 8:35:35 GMT
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Jeanneau Model: Merry Fisher 755
Yacht Name: Wahoo
Home Port: Falmouth
Country: UK
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Post by mf755wahoo on May 13, 2019 19:51:00 GMT
We are very interested in installing a diesel heater to our 755 - this thread with info and photos will be very helpful. Any more tips would be great |
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Post by highlandspark on Jul 1, 2019 22:43:34 GMT
Hi folks In the end I didn't get any info re the heater from anyone. However I did make progress and managed to get one installed by a marine engineer. I am delighted with the outcome. A very neat job and took up a lot less space than I anticipated. The heater itself is a 2kw with 2 outlets, one in the main cabin andnthe outher adjustable one pointing to the sleeping quarters. The heater itself has been installed in the outside hold and the fan has 7 setttings. The higher the setting, the more power is used by the fan. So far we have had ig set at 2 or 3 in temperatures to -3. I have some photos but having trouble uploading at the moment The one concern is a general power one. The heater runs from the service battery along with the fridge, fishfinder etc. When i go fishing sometimes we can anchor up for a couple of days and this means the battery is a concern. As a result i am looking other options, one is to change the current leisure type battery with one of the new lilon type batteries that have a large capacity (see attached link) www.carplounge.de/en/loungebox-new ? Does anyone know if this is a viable option ? |
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Post by highlandspark on Jul 1, 2019 22:56:16 GMT
Oops sorry about hitting the quote button 🙄 you can tell I’m new. Great pictures I’ve been searching everywhere and only just come across this forum and looks very helpful.
We have a 755 Marlin comfort pack (2 door) and love it but also from Scotland and desperately needing a diesel heating system as above! Windows misting in the rain is a constant issue being The Highlands of Scotland, Can i ask on the off chance where did you get yours installed? and how much were you charged looks like a neat job.
Cheers
Stuart
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Post by mf755wahoo on Nov 24, 2019 17:13:46 GMT
Hi Chris Can I ask is this the heater situated in the cupboard area under the sink on your 795? Where did you put the fuel tank for it? We are a bit nervous about putting the heater in the main cabin area because of the outside chance of CO leakage etc. We have a 755. |
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mf755wahoo
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Jeanneau Model: Merry Fisher 755
Yacht Name: Wahoo
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Post by mf755wahoo on Nov 24, 2019 17:21:55 GMT
Hi folks In the end I didn't get any info re the heater from anyone. However I did make progress and managed to get one installed by a marine engineer. I am delighted with the outcome. A very neat job and took up a lot less space than I anticipated. The heater itself is a 2kw with 2 outlets, one in the main cabin andnthe outher adjustable one pointing to the sleeping quarters. The heater itself has been installed in the outside hold and the fan has 7 setttings. The higher the setting, the more power is used by the fan. So far we have had ig set at 2 or 3 in temperatures to -3. We have a 755 and are seriously looking into the Webasto 2000 diesel heater. In your installation setup it looks like you have it in a floor compartment next to the main deck compartment that holds the fuel tank for the boat engine. Is this the case? It's just that we don't have a similar compartment on our boat so presumably this is an extra storage facility on the 795 compared to the 755? Our main deck compartment has the fuel tank and the 2 batteries and then it appears the areas to either side have been boarded out, presumably to make it tidy. Are you finding the 2 outlets sufficient for your needs? We are in West Cornwall, so not as cold as you up in Scotland, but just as wet! |
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Post by westboating on Nov 27, 2019 17:00:25 GMT
I've got the factory installed diesel heater on our 895. It's great, as long as you're patient. A slightly hidden gotcha in the manual is the requirement to run the heater every four weeks.
We were in BC this past summer and even though it wasn't really that cold, we thought; we have a heater let's live it up, but alas, no heat or fan. Lucky for us it wasn't our failing the monthly ritual but rather a power connection at the panel.
We have, in our damp Pacific Northwest environment, taken guest out in colder weather and wished we had started the heat (and necessary defrost) first thing when we got to the boat. Given a reasonable head start the heater defogs the windscreen well.
We also love the addition of another combustible fluid on our gasoline boat with a propane cook top.... a couple of kerosene lamps and we'd be all set... ha
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Post by ihsan on Dec 4, 2019 22:55:41 GMT
I have added diesel heater inside the narrower compartment adjacent to the fuel tank compartment on the starboard side of my 795. The heater is placed on a narrow flat surface found deeper near to the hull. In this way, you dont see the heater when you open the lid and save space. All you need is to prepare a U shaped piece first to mount your heater's metal attachment on. The diesel tank is placed in same compartment further to the back of the boat. The tank is from steel. It is also given a V form to the space provided. Capacity is about 18 liters.
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Post by nanus18 on Dec 5, 2019 7:49:36 GMT
Please could you send a picture of how it looks, thank you very much.
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Post by Capt’n Ron on Dec 7, 2019 2:42:57 GMT
Very nice Aisha. Which heater did you put in and how many vents and where did you put them?
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Jeanneau Model: Merry Fisher 755
Yacht Name: Wahoo
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Post by mf755wahoo on Jan 8, 2020 14:59:52 GMT
Happy New Year to everyone After suffering from cold feet (particularly) and generally coldish conditions with our 755 on the odd occasion we have managed to get out so far this winter (Falmouth Cornwall, UK) given the pretty wet and windy weather we have been experienceing - we have bitten the bullet and ordered the Webasto Airtop 2000 diesel heater with 2 outlets. We have purchased from the 'dieselheatersuk' outfit, who are based in Turkey, as the £500 cheaper price tag was just too much of a temptation. The kit includes 5m of ducting, plus all the clips, 'Ts' crimps etc for a 2 outlet installation. The only thing it doesn't come with is a fuel tank - hardly surprising given that probably the majority of purchasers will be splicing into their current fuel tank setup. We are thinking of getting a 5l tank, or should we go for 10l? On the consumption figures, at full blast it would use 2.4l in 10 hours and we were expecting that having a 20 hour 'range' would probably be sufficient. The control supplied with the kit is the multi controller. We are going to do a workbench test setup in our barn before cutting any holes (GULP!) in our MF755 - pictures to follow if all goes to plan Fingers crossed  |
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Post by ihsan on Feb 27, 2020 23:30:07 GMT
Happy New Year to everyone After suffering from cold feet (particularly) and generally coldish conditions with our 755 on the odd occasion we have managed to get out so far this winter (Falmouth Cornwall, UK) given the pretty wet and windy weather we have been experienceing - we have bitten the bullet and ordered the Webasto Airtop 2000 diesel heater with 2 outlets. We have purchased from the 'dieselheatersuk' outfit, who are based in Turkey, as the £500 cheaper price tag was just too much of a temptation. The kit includes 5m of ducting, plus all the clips, 'Ts' crimps etc for a 2 outlet installation. The only thing it doesn't come with is a fuel tank - hardly surprising given that probably the majority of purchasers will be splicing into their current fuel tank setup. We are thinking of getting a 5l tank, or should we go for 10l? On the consumption figures, at full blast it would use 2.4l in 10 hours and we were expecting that having a 20 hour 'range' would probably be sufficient. The control supplied with the kit is the multi controller. We are going to do a workbench test setup in our barn before cutting any holes (GULP!) in our MF755 - pictures to follow if all goes to plan Fingers crossed |
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Post by ihsan on Feb 28, 2020 0:15:06 GMT
Happy New Year to everyone After suffering from cold feet (particularly) and generally coldish conditions with our 755 on the odd occasion we have managed to get out so far this winter (Falmouth Cornwall, UK) given the pretty wet and windy weather we have been experienceing - we have bitten the bullet and ordered the Webasto Airtop 2000 diesel heater with 2 outlets. We have purchased from the 'dieselheatersuk' outfit, who are based in Turkey, as the £500 cheaper price tag was just too much of a temptation. The kit includes 5m of ducting, plus all the clips, 'Ts' crimps etc for a 2 outlet installation. The only thing it doesn't come with is a fuel tank - hardly surprising given that probably the majority of purchasers will be splicing into their current fuel tank setup. We are thinking of getting a 5l tank, or should we go for 10l? On the consumption figures, at full blast it would use 2.4l in 10 hours and we were expecting that having a 20 hour 'range' would probably be sufficient. The control supplied with the kit is the multi controller. We are going to do a workbench test setup in our barn before cutting any holes (GULP!) in our MF755 - pictures to follow if all goes to plan Fingers crossed |
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Post by ihsan on Feb 28, 2020 0:23:53 GMT
Hi folks In the end I didn't get any info re the heater from anyone. However I did make progress and managed to get one installed by a marine engineer. I am delighted with the outcome. A very neat job and took up a lot less space than I anticipated. The heater itself is a 2kw with 2 outlets, one in the main cabin andnthe outher adjustable one pointing to the sleeping quarters. The heater itself has been installed in the outside hold and the fan has 7 setttings. The higher the setting, the more power is used by the fan. So far we have had ig set at 2 or 3 in temperatures to -3. I have some photos but having trouble uploading at the moment The one concern is a general power one. The heater runs from the service battery along with the fridge, fishfinder etc. When i go fishing sometimes we can anchor up for a couple of days and this means the battery is a concern. As a result i am looking other options, one is to change the current leisure type battery with one of the new lilon type batteries that have a large capacity (see attached link) www.carplounge.de/en/loungebox-new ? Does anyone know if this is a viable option ? |
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Post by ihsan on Feb 28, 2020 0:25:50 GMT
Happy New Year to everyone After suffering from cold feet (particularly) and generally coldish conditions with our 755 on the odd occasion we have managed to get out so far this winter (Falmouth Cornwall, UK) given the pretty wet and windy weather we have been experienceing - we have bitten the bullet and ordered the Webasto Airtop 2000 diesel heater with 2 outlets. We have purchased from the 'dieselheatersuk' outfit, who are based in Turkey, as the £500 cheaper price tag was just too much of a temptation. The kit includes 5m of ducting, plus all the clips, 'Ts' crimps etc for a 2 outlet installation. The only thing it doesn't come with is a fuel tank - hardly surprising given that probably the majority of purchasers will be splicing into their current fuel tank setup. We are thinking of getting a 5l tank, or should we go for 10l? On the consumption figures, at full blast it would use 2.4l in 10 hours and we were expecting that having a 20 hour 'range' would probably be sufficient. The control supplied with the kit is the multi controller. We are going to do a workbench test setup in our barn before cutting any holes (GULP!) in our MF755 - pictures to follow if all goes to plan Fingers crossed |
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