A single tap turns the rear thruster light on and a series of beeps, two quick taps to the power button turns the bow thruster light on and about. Bow thruster 55 kgf 12v the vetus 55 kgf is arguably the most popular bow thruster for yachts and powerboats from 28 to 41 feet in length. Bow and stern thrusters steveston marine and hardware. Vetus bow thruster, vetus stern thruster, bow thruster.
In such cases, a bow thruster is the solution to the problems. Less risk of damage, therefore less maintenance costs. Vetus bow thruster, 8hp, boats 45 to 66 west marine. Make sure that the user of the vessel is supplied with the owners manual. For highly controlled manoeuvring in restricted situations lewmars tt electric thrusters represent a move forward in design and function.
Vetus ignition protected bow thruster with 25 kgf thrust force, suitable for boats from 7,5 to 11,5 metres in length. Page 4 operation manual and installation instructions bow thruster bow3512c 020523. The bars should be flush to the outer hull with the inlet to the bow thruster tube a radius of 20% of the tube diameter. Bow thruster not working shamrock boat owners club. Microsoft word vetus bow thruster maintenance newsletter. Selecting the correct bow thruster a bow thruster delivers a side directional thrust force. With the new line of retractables from vetus though. When in service the motor speed is very erratic changing from normal to almost stopped, slightly worse in one direction, almost as if the batteries are shot 2 x numax marine110ah. Vetus for your thruster, protected by a correctly sized slowblow fuse. This is about as good as it gets without using a retractable or whitegill. As the only distributor in the united states exclusively selling vetus products, we welcome you to browse the categories above for all your vetus needs. Steering systems are available for rudders, outboard motors or. Manufactured using the highest quality materials to give high power and long service life. My vetus 55 bow thruster makes a clicking sound when i.
When the joy stick control was pushed to the left, sometimes it engaged and sometimes it did not. Bow thrusters will make docking and turning around much easier. View online or download vetus bow pro thruster bowa0902 installation instructions manual. When manoeuvring a boat at low speed, the required control of the movement of the boat, especially that of the bow, is extremely difficult to achieve.
This gelcoating such as on bottom of a boat hull, protects raw. These sturdy tanks have welded seams with extra welded reinforcing at the corners making them more resistant to the higher pressures caused by. Strongly engineered fiberglass tshaped tubes with a sturdy flange mount aft of the transom, keeping the propeller in the water while the electric motor and other electrical components mount safely inside the boat. All about vetus bow thrusters your pro marine source. Vetus 2 hp bow thruster bow2512e 12 volt thrusters inspire docking confidence and provide a gentle push that you control away from or to the dock or seawall. Offers tremendous maneuverability, especially when youre shorthanded or cruising with inexperienced guests. Use the search feature to the left by typing in a keyword. Vetus steering systems are virtually maintenance free. Featured items newest items bestselling alphabetical. My vetus 55 bow thruster makes a clicking sound when i push the buttons to operate a starboard or port push. A few weeks after i took delivery of my albin30fc and transited back to canada, the bow thruster became intermittent.
Discussion in electrical systems started by rdb, oct 27, 2004. After changing out both solenoids, shippiing the motor to vetus for a bench test and being told it was working fine, changing out the batteries and the control panel switch, we were finally able to convince vetus that the motor was defective. Vetus ignition protected bow thruster with 35 kgf thrust force, suitable for boats from 7,5 to 11,5 metres in length. Our unique propeller blade design minimizes cavitation noise.
But, out in the wind the other week, i found it not working at all. Page 5 switch off the main switch when leaving the ship. In order to ensure the best performance under all sorts of weather and water conditions, the bow thruster should be able to provide a thrust force which is suitable, or rather. A brandnew, unused, side power control element for in the original packaging such as the original box or bag andor with the original tags attached. Tips for bow thruster maintenance written by jennifer aube on jan 20, 2010. A bow thruster is an extra propeller fitted to your boat to make it much easier to maneuver your boat. They are fitted against the direction of travel, which makes it easier for them to turn around.
Easy installation and maintenance free operation are benefits that attract both builders and owners. My vetus 55 bow thruster has started misbehaving after 3 years use. Vetus bow 75 electric bow thrusters jamestown distributors. There is poweer to the unit but it sound like a selonoid is stuck, if so how do i confirm this is the issue and how do i remove the selonoid, get a new unit and replace the bad part. Bow thruster issue solomon yacht restoration, llc, member. A simple and uncomplicated installation is guaranteed with all systems. Featuresa single propeller creates less flow disturbance in the tunnelthe vetus unique propeller blade design minimizes cavitation noisethe use of a flexible coupling between tail piece and motor eliminates. A bow thruster is something you commonly find on a boat. Vetus bow pro 421 bow thruster 93 lb 12v, bowa0421. The quick btq 125 is a single propeller bow thruster composed of a sturdy composite material. Even for the more experienced skipper, it can be difficult to maneuver the boat in harsh wind conditions and strong currents. Boat thrusters can be amazingly helpful when trying to dock your boat in high winds or strong currents and vetus bow thrusters can be trusted to perform when you need it the most. Our large range of vetus marine products encompasses most systems on board including. Cabling and fuse recommendations are in the installation and operation manual supplied with your thruster, and also in the vetus annual catalog and digital.
Buy vetus 2 hp bow thruster bow2512e 12 volt in canada. Boat outfitting bow thrusters page 1 northern marine. A bow thruster delivers a side directional thrust force. Always bear in mind that the effective performance of a bow thruster will vary with each particular boat, as the displacement, the shape of the underwater. Your bow thruster is like a really handy stowawayit sits quietly tucked belowdecks for most of the voyage, only to show up during closequarters maneuvering to simplify the process and maybe even save the day. Use the search feature to the left by typing in a keyword or part number such as bow thruster or bow5512. Vetus thrusters are easy to install and have less vibration due to the use of a flexible coupling.
Vetus provides a wide range of quality steering wheels, in both. Docking by control bow thruster and stern thruster. Install thrusters below the waterline in the bow of the hull for advanced maneuverability in tight spaces. I checked all the connections, and managed to get it to work one way only for a while, and then it packed up altogether again. Vetus stern thruster kits adapt bow thrusters for stern use.
The vetus 55 kgf unit is one of the few thrusters for this class of vessel with a 150mm diameter tunnel making it much easier to fit than competitors with. I have had two issues with my vetus bow thruster that may be of interest. Since 1968, west marine has grown to over 250 local stores, with knowledgeable associates happy to assist. Builtin intelligence and the application of vcan vetus controller area network have strongly improved overall performance and ease of use.
Vetus is an internationally operating developer, manufacturer and trading company, selling marine engines, generators and technical equipment for recreational craft and small commercial vessels. These cost a fortune new, grab a cheap spare for your boat. Vetus supplies complete steering systems for both single and dual steering positions. Vetus bow3512c operation manual and installation instructions. Bow5512 bow thruster 121 lbf 55 kgf, 12v, tube diameter 5 2932 more info. No tax, free shipping, 5024991477, find, vetus, bow thruster. Unfollow bow thruster to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. It is used to make the boat move better over the waters surface. Less vibration due to the use of a flexible coupling. Vetus flexible water tanks are easy to install and can fit into spaces where rigid tanks cannot fit. Bow thruster 7512d 75kgf12vd185mmvetus bow thruster with 75 kgf thrust force, suitable for boats from 10.
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