so,instead of dicking around trying to import a used tc from the us ,we ordered a new northstar 850 sc and put down the deposit today.we should have it by mid april. the dealer had none with electric...
update:we went on our longest trip so far.4 days of fishing.8 lbs of propane,15 gallons of fresh water and 2 gallons for the crapper and the single battery lasted the whole trip even using the furnace every night.we intentionally avoided conserving anything to see how long everything would last.i think we could easily double our days if we were frugal.very,very happy campers.:)