CalicoJack

If you use regular stranded battery cable and battery connectors from any store you will be fine and they are reusable. Most small to...

A crimp connector provides a pressure connection to the wire and the terminal A soldered connection connects the wire to a terminal...

I am very good at soldering, making poor connections is not an issue for me. However, I have had numerous crimp connections fail over...

Thank you to everyone who commented and helped me out. I appreciate you giving me your time. 💯👍

That’s your call if you want the switch too. It doesn’t hurt anything.

Battery, circuit breaker and fuse box will be in close proximity to each other with the battery also in its own secured dowb box -...

It looks good but the switch is redundant if the breaker has a disconnect. If you want to add the switch because it’s in a more...

Not understanding the reason for crimped terminals, some even mentioned a no no for soldering... Always thought soldering would be...

Exactly my point, replace the switch with a breaker that doubles as a disconnect. The disconnect and wire gauge from disconnect to...

Sorry, I have to disagree The battery that has been selected has enough amperage to instantly turn wires into molten metal with...

I redid the diagram - is it workable?

I’d loose the switch. It’s intended for dual batteries and not necessary for your installation. Instead wire the motor direct to the...

To be honest I haven't even used the boat yet. It is a work in progress.

I researched Mercury and it said they use 4awg on their outboards.