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    I just ordered a new 24v terrova for my 18ft xpress. I plan on putting the two batteries up front in a storage locker. I was wondering what size wire I should run to the trolling motor? Also, I am thinking about getting a 3 bank charger, putting it in the rear and running wires to the front two batteries. What size wire for that?

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    The charger I bought said it offered extensions for the cables.

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    If it was me, I would get a couple of terminal blocks similar to this and mount it close to the charger. Hook charger to one side and extensions to the other. I woul use #8 gauge wire from there to battery.
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    The MK website has a table to help determine what gauge wire to use based on your setup.

    http://www.minnkotamotors.com/WorkAr...t.aspx?id=3273

    This should help.


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