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Built A power distribution system today. I added aluminum U channels, one for 12V and the other for 24V. After installing the wiring in the U channels, I covered the channels with 4 inch aluminum flat stock. This arrangement should prevent some noise issues. Adding a new switch panel for a clean install. Still waiting on deck to cure.Attachment 298279Attachment 298280Attachment 298281
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Like! A few of us have been discussing, why major boat builders don’t put in more conduit.
I get tired of trying to pull cables/wires thru impossible places!
Your doing it the right way! Of course.
I am hoping blue tooth or WiFi is coming to fish finders soon. No more Ethernet cables to pull.
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The power to the front of the Pondtoon was run under the aluminum trim strip along the deck. I had shorting issues where the wiring got chaffed at the aft corners. It was really cheezzzie arrangement from the factory or assembler. Took a while to figure out what I really wanted. This is my best option.
I can add more U channels if needed. Up to 4 channels.
So the smaller wires into the Box is 12v , and the heavier going forward is 24v for a Trolling Motor???
Yes. 6 gauge for the TM and 10 gauge for the appliances up front. I always hide the wiring, but that big stuff is not easy to disguise.
Looking good CP shouldn't be long now
I work 30 minutes and rest an hour.Quote:
Originally Posted by sinkermaker
Boat Rigging Union worker? :donoQuote:
Originally Posted by Cane Pole
more like Gov. highway worker !! :RoflQuote:
Originally Posted by lowe rider
Cane pole - you do some amazing work! That's a good idea for the conduit, especially for future work / add-ons.
Using the box for switching / connections is slick.
I agree, with manufacturers adding conduit, it wouldn't cost much more.
I have absolutely no access to under deck area. The deck is spot welded and riveted. I had one heck of a time wiring my War Eagle Predator. PIA. I agree, the makers should provide wiring conduit. The manufacturers are cheeezie greedy.Quote:
Originally Posted by skunked again