Tim.Lane Posts: 1 16 days ago	Tim.Lane Posts: 1 Hello, we have a privilege 37 and looking to replace the current electrical set up to a traditional 12v panel with breakers. The current system is unduly complicated and repairs are difficult. HAs anyone done this on a privilege or similar French boat? Love to hear of your experience! edited by Tim.Lane on 03/10/2025 edited by Tim.Lane on 03/10/2025
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Dick Posts: 420 6 days ago	Dick Posts: 420 Hi Tim, Are you planning to do the works yourself? Putting in a 12v panel with breakers can be pretty straightforward, but I wonder whether your concern is undoing what sounds like an unusual electrical design that causes regular problems. It is not easy, and probably unwise, to work on a boat’s electrical system without schematics. I would start by developing a schematic for your present DC system and then move on to designing your new 12v system with breakers. Schematics allow you to do the bulk of the thinking work ahead of time and will save many hours in the long run. While doing so read a couple of the excellent books on marine electrical design and work practices. Both are excellent winter projects. But, in particular, get a copy of ABYC’s standards (they have a reduced rate for boat owners) or the EU equivalent. My best, Dick Stevenson, s/v Alchemy Come back with any specific questions. -- Dick Stevenson, s/v Alchemy
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