Switch wiring question
01-13-2015, 01:18 PM
#22
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Does it also happen using trim or tabs?
I don't recall if the seats and cabin power is the same circut breaker, but I'm leaning towards yes. If so, check that breaker.
I don't recall if the seats and cabin power is the same circut breaker, but I'm leaning towards yes. If so, check that breaker.
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Last edited by US1 Fountain; 01-13-2015 at 01:23 PM. Reason: Edited
01-13-2015, 01:23 PM
#24
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You have a bad connection somewhere. Since it happens with both your seats and hatch, switches and hatch motors are not the issue. Look for the common connection point of BOTH the seats and side panel power lead. Look at the rear seat breaker
That power wire is plenty to do what it's intended for.
The radio draws very little, so use a speaker wire with aligator clips on each end. (Leave existing power wire hooked up) Connect 1 end to cabin switch and then work your way backwards checking at each and every connection between.
That power wire is plenty to do what it's intended for.
The radio draws very little, so use a speaker wire with aligator clips on each end. (Leave existing power wire hooked up) Connect 1 end to cabin switch and then work your way backwards checking at each and every connection between.
Thanks US1 I've read many of your posts and you seem quite knowledgable with Fountains which I appreciate.
Are you suggesting the seat wiring on these boats is tapped in at the rear seat breaker and that's where I should start? Sticking my head and torso through those tiny side compartments to trace wiring is less than fun as you already know I'm sure! It would seem plausible that something is amiss back there since that area always gets crammed with stuff and wet items would potentially be placed in it by the previous owner.
01-13-2015, 01:30 PM
#25
everything originates and is circut protected from those breakers under the seat. After being feed thru the battery switch of course. So your problem lies between the power lead from the battery at the breakers and the side panel IMO
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Some people are like Slinkies - Not really good for anything, but they
bring a smile to your face when pushed down the stairs.
Some people are like Slinkies - Not really good for anything, but they
bring a smile to your face when pushed down the stairs.
01-13-2015, 01:33 PM
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It does not happen when I hit the trim or the tabs only the seats and the hatch. It was pretty awesome showing all our friends (who were in COMPLETE awe of its awesomeness) at the sandbar our new boat and having the radio shut down when I went to open the hatch to show them the motors! Feel good moment: FAIL! Lol!
01-13-2015, 01:45 PM
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01-13-2015, 01:57 PM
#29
BTW. left to choose between Ginger and MA.
Mary Ann always wins.
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Some people are like Slinkies - Not really good for anything, but they
bring a smile to your face when pushed down the stairs.
Some people are like Slinkies - Not really good for anything, but they
bring a smile to your face when pushed down the stairs.
01-13-2015, 02:47 PM
#30
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I had the same problem came down to 3 issues.
First is the switches themselves. I was getting almost a 1/2 volt drop across them. Replace them and I also soldered the contact where it is riveted to the contact post.
Second is your breaker pannel under the seat, bad place for it. Some ring termnals were loose some falling apart.
Third, it was/is a production boat. The circuit breaker pan el was a sub assembly that they plugged into the main harness. Most of my spade connectors were corroded.
There was enough wire that I took the spade connectors off putting new soldered and sealed ring terminals on and went directly to the breaker panel everything works much better after that.
Ended up with less then a 1/2 drop from battery to inside cabin.
Hope this helps.
First is the switches themselves. I was getting almost a 1/2 volt drop across them. Replace them and I also soldered the contact where it is riveted to the contact post.
Second is your breaker pannel under the seat, bad place for it. Some ring termnals were loose some falling apart.
Third, it was/is a production boat. The circuit breaker pan el was a sub assembly that they plugged into the main harness. Most of my spade connectors were corroded.
There was enough wire that I took the spade connectors off putting new soldered and sealed ring terminals on and went directly to the breaker panel everything works much better after that.
Ended up with less then a 1/2 drop from battery to inside cabin.
Hope this helps.
