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If you use regular stranded battery cable and battery connectors from any store you will be fine and they are reusable. Most small to...
Sep 15, 2023
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A crimp connector provides a pressure connection to the wire and the terminal A soldered connection connects the wire to a terminal...
Sep 10, 2023
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I am very good at soldering, making poor connections is not an issue for me. However, I have had numerous crimp connections fail over...
Sep 10, 2023
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Thank you to everyone who commented and helped me out. I appreciate you giving me your time. 💯👍
Sep 10, 2023
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That’s your call if you want the switch too. It doesn’t hurt anything.
Sep 10, 2023
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Battery, circuit breaker and fuse box will be in close proximity to each other with the battery also in its own secured dowb box -...
Sep 10, 2023
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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...
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Not understanding the reason for crimped terminals, some even mentioned a no no for soldering... Always thought soldering would be...
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Exactly my point, replace the switch with a breaker that doubles as a disconnect. The disconnect and wire gauge from disconnect to...
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Sorry, I have to disagree The battery that has been selected has enough amperage to instantly turn wires into molten metal with...
Sep 10, 2023
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I redid the diagram - is it workable?
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I’d loose the switch. It’s intended for dual batteries and not necessary for your installation. Instead wire the motor direct to the...
Sep 9, 2023
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To be honest I haven't even used the boat yet. It is a work in progress.
Sep 8, 2023
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I researched Mercury and it said they use 4awg on their outboards.
Sep 8, 2023
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