Trolling Motor Plug Placement

[Golden Dog]

Guys, 

I haven't had luck searching for this information so thought I'd just ask.  I picked up a 2000 Bayfisher, which has the same anchor compartment configuration as the 2001+ style Redfisher's (with the four bow lockers).  I'm curious where everyone is mounting their trolling motor plug receptacles.  What's currently there is an under-rated 40A Marinco plug, fitted inside of a gas cap style receptacle, through the front deck and horizontal...not ideal to keep the water out.  My new Xi5 needs a higher rated 60A plug assembly and I intend to go with the battery tender.  Looking for pics of how/where others have installed their receptacles...battery tender or otherwise.  Somewhere in the anchor locker seems like the best bet but it's tight in there.

Any inspiration greatly appreciated!

Thanks

[HoneyB]

The hole on the side was the OEM cheap plug. I used the hole to route some wires. It may not win a beauty contest but it works great 

[wthree3]

Consider using an Anderson plug. No need to mount it. Just mate the plugs and let it hang in the anchor locker. 

[wthree3]

https://www.batterycablesusa.com/anderson-connectors-sb175

[Golden Dog]

Perfect, appreciate the feedback!

[DavisIslander]

Here’s mine!  Ladyfish blood for affect!!

[HoneyB]

You sure that’s ladyfish blood?? They always crap all over my sled! 😂

[DavisIslander]

19 hours ago, HoneyB said:

You sure that’s ladyfish blood?? They always crap all over my sled! 😂

Positive!  And yes, in the uncropped image there's fish poop everywhere!  

[redzone1]

I’ve been using the Anderson plugs for the past 10 years without a single issue.  Only thing I’ll ever use.

[wthree3]

Ditto on the Anderson plugs. And to be clear I use the SB50 which is smaller than the sb175 I linked above. SB50 is rated to 120 amps and has terminals to accommodate 10 to 6 awg wire which is more appropriate for a trolling motor. 

As RedZone said, never an issue with them. No corrosion, provide a good connection, nothing to mount, and they're dirt cheap, about 10 bucks a pair. 

[redzone1]

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[Wanaflatsfish]

57 minutes ago, redzone1 said:

I source all of my electrical components from boatwireusa.com.   They are local to me and I can walk In and get what I need.  Great prices and selection.

Redzone...great tip...it's now on my bookmark.

Dc

 

[Tender]

I'd do like HoneyB but skip the plug. I wire mine direct to the battery with no plug, of course adding a breaker. In the rare event that I need to remove the trolling motor it takes me an extra 2 minutes to loosen the nut on the battery terminal. Less chance for issues and cheaper/simpler install.

[redzone1]

Dino, they are a locally owned, Brunswick, Ga (home of Hobo) operation.  Really friendly local guys.  They usually do same day shipping if you get your order in early in the day.  

[Wanaflatsfish]

On 1/5/2024 at 8:35 AM, Tender said:

I'd do like HoneyB but skip the plug. I wire mine direct to the battery with no plug, of course adding a breaker. In the rare event that I need to remove the trolling motor it takes me an extra 2 minutes to loosen the nut on the battery terminal. Less chance for issues and cheaper/simpler install.

I agree.....but, for those that need to remove the TM...there is a need for a good plug system....I've been using the battery tender for the last 7-8 years...and they have never failed.

 

dc