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jrchase11
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Initially Posted - 09/10/2011 :  06:38:55  Show Profile
I am looking into installing a control box for my outboard and also need to connect my alternator to my batteries (no electric start). I have searched for how the cables and the wires would pass through the bulkhead and while i've seen a few things mentioned, I have not seen many pictures.

Can some of you post some pics on how you have made the transom penetrations. Could the "clam" type connector be used for the throttle/shift cables?

Also interested in figuring out the best place to penetrate (i.e. perhaps not the transom??).

Also, is the alternator regulation sufficient or should I get an external controller. I keep a solar trickle charger at the dock but do not use it while underway. My concern is that i would have close to full batteries and then I would be running the outboard.I have a 6hp tohatsu with alternator/regulator package but without electric starter.
JohnC
'87 SR/WK #5658
Fleming Island, FL
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Dave5041
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Response Posted - 09/10/2011 :  13:30:26  Show Profile
Electric is esy, put a trolling motor plug set on the wires and transom. Control cable are more of an issue since they can't heavily compressed. I would look at some outboard power boats for approaches. The safest approach is to mount everything as high as you reasonably can.
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