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by GB49
Mon Jul 21, 2014 9:14 pm
Forum: Electrical and Electronics
Topic: DC Bonding
Replies: 4
Views: 9752

Re: DC Bonding

To avoid a web of circuits throughout the hull all devices should be bonded to specific, common location(s). The designated location(s) are the battery negative connections. These do contact the hull but only in a couple places. The engines are also bonded to these locations. The only 12DC hardware ...
by GB49
Sun Jul 20, 2014 12:41 pm
Forum: Electrical and Electronics
Topic: Where is battery charger?
Replies: 11
Views: 20866

Re: Where is battery charger?

On our 32 it is in the "wine cellar" storage area just behind the salon steps. I was on a 1988, 41 Marquis the other day and his was also in the same spot. If you need to replace the charger I would recommend Dual Pro. Best system I've found so far. Been using them for several years. http:...
by GB49
Wed Jul 16, 2014 8:41 pm
Forum: Boat and Hull
Topic: Rudder Cable Isolation
Replies: 4
Views: 6629

Re: Rudder Cable Isolation

Mine are not isolated. I've tested with meter and have continuity to hull. I've tried to wrap the shaft with electrical tape where the large Alan screw tightens the clamp but still there is a closed circuit. I suspect the cable runs to bridge and touches hull via the steering wheel hub. It is mounte...
by GB49
Tue Jul 15, 2014 7:19 am
Forum: General Topics
Topic: How to post guide
Replies: 1
Views: 7039

How to post guide

Website below explains how to insert links, post photos (from photobucket etc) make letters bold, change colors, font size etc.
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by GB49
Sun Jul 13, 2014 7:00 pm
Forum: Electrical and Electronics
Topic: Shore Cord Check
Replies: 6
Views: 16910

Shore Cord Check

Just a reminder to check your shore cord sockets and plugs at both ends and any couplers in between. I just replaced a socket & wire from helm AC main to the socket on side of boat. There was char on the inside wall panel from the socket melting. This happened on a Marinette. I spray all connect...
by GB49
Sun Jul 13, 2014 6:48 pm
Forum: Electrical and Electronics
Topic: AC wire ? Water heater replacement?
Replies: 12
Views: 22804

Re: AC wire ? Water heater replacement?

You want fine strand, tinned wire. See wire on right side of photo.
Check Anchor Marine wire at West Marine for a reference.

-GB

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