Pensacola FL Sailing Blog - sailingnightwatch

Always looking for others observations and experiences with the things we use. These are some observations we have had on some of these products. We used Cruisair reversible heat pump units for heat and air conditioning. The self contained unit, 7000btu died after 2-1/2 years. I was not happy and the dealer did his thing and I believe he installed the new one at his cost. The units run 24/7 and I was wondering about others experiences with Cruisair and other brands. The large unit is 10 years old and I know it will not last forever.Through hull valves. These were/are Marelon ball valves. They swell in salt water…, so I am told. I had 2 that were stuck and the plastic handles were broke off. I assume from trying to operate the valves. I replaced both with the same type. Have had the same proble with them sticking. Since that time, I have started replacing the valves with bronze ball valves. I have only had the sticking problem with my 1-1/4” and 1-1/2” size valves. Does anyone have thoughts?