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dmpilc
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Response Posted - 04/10/2008 :  16:46:01  Show Profile
My battery is under the starboard settee, with two heavy duty cables running from there to the transom under the shelf, accessable through the hatch directly over the skeg. Your cut-off switch is a good idea, but I would need to place it under the settee where it is closer to the battery. Haven't decided yet if I want to add a second battery. Not sure though that disabling the starter would do much since the motor also has a pull starter.
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Response Posted - 04/10/2008 :  17:10:04  Show Profile
I just preferred that the outboard not be electrically "live" when I was gone--I guess I can't say exactly why.
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Response Posted - 04/11/2008 :  07:44:40  Show Profile  Visit DaveR's Homepage
I also like the idea of the off/on switch. In my case I have an inefficient solar charger and a power sucking stereo (presets, etc.) that I like to disconnect when I'm not on board.
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Response Posted - 04/11/2008 :  11:34:23  Show Profile
Since the motor also has a pull start cord, I'm not sure it would do much good to disable the electric start. Is there some battery drain issue I don't know about or bad affect the trickle charger might have on the motor's electrical system? The motor's operating manual does say something about disconnecting the electrical connection if the motor is not going to be used for an extended period.
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Response Posted - 04/11/2008 :  12:11:06  Show Profile
I doubt the little engines draw anything when off... My big one does--apparently it's the computer for the EFI, just as in the newer cars. Dave--your stereo isn't wired to a switched circuit on your panel?
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farrison
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Response Posted - 04/14/2008 :  10:24:46  Show Profile
If you are still looking for a socket and plug assembly for the motor, i just ordered a two lead, #8 wire male plug and female socket that is designed for running the high currents in a trolling motor. I found and ordered them on-line from Iboats. I got them in the mail this weekend. They are made by Sierra Marine and look to be good quality. Both appear to be made from nylon reinforced plastic. The female socket has tabs on each side for mounting screws and spring loaded flap that covers the socket when not in use, and also has a pin on it that holds the male plug in place when it is. They come in two and three wire versions, and also several different wire sizes. I will install it this week/weekend. I plan to run the #8 wire from the main battery switch through the lazerette and back through the transom to the engine. If anyone is interested in the part numbers, let me know.

Paul
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Deric
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Response Posted - 04/14/2008 :  21:02:32  Show Profile
Hello Folks,

I just got off the phone with a sailing buddy talking about this same issue. My Cat '78 boat has a hole near on the transom near the port side.

The original boat owner had the electric starter wires traversing through the hole; yet I have always thought the hole was supposed to be hooked up to the bilge pump; egress water.

We are going to take another look at it this weekend.

Interesting topic.

Just goes to show one how important a hole can be.

Deric
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Deric
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Response Posted - 04/18/2008 :  21:19:46  Show Profile
Dave,

It appears your battery selector switch is located just below the sink.
Any reason for deciding to have the switch in that location? Was wondering why it wasn't located above the sink near the other electrical components.

Deric
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