Golden Dog Posted December 28, 2023 Report Share Posted December 28, 2023 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyB Posted December 31, 2023 Report Share Posted December 31, 2023 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wthree3 Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 Consider using an Anderson plug. No need to mount it. Just mate the plugs and let it hang in the anchor locker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wthree3 Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 https://www.batterycablesusa.com/anderson-connectors-sb175 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Dog Posted January 3 Author Report Share Posted January 3 Perfect, appreciate the feedback! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavisIslander Posted January 3 Report Share Posted January 3 Here’s mine! Ladyfish blood for affect!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyB Posted January 3 Report Share Posted January 3 You sure that’s ladyfish blood?? They always crap all over my sled! 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavisIslander Posted January 4 Report Share Posted January 4 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! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redzone1 Posted January 5 Report Share Posted January 5 I’ve been using the Anderson plugs for the past 10 years without a single issue. Only thing I’ll ever use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wthree3 Posted January 5 Report Share Posted January 5 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redzone1 Posted January 5 Report Share Posted January 5 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted January 5 Report Share Posted January 5 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tender Posted January 5 Report Share Posted January 5 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redzone1 Posted January 6 Report Share Posted January 6 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted January 6 Report Share Posted January 6 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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