Well, why do 2 battery switches have 2 inputs, but only 1 output? It seems like it defeats the purpose unless you’re solely using it for a double bank. I think what I need to do is have two separate battery switches.
My tilt/trim motor and accessories work no matter what the switch is set to. But either way, if I’m trolling, I would need both batteries ’on’ since typically a depth finder, tilt/trim, aerator, and bilge work off the cranking battery tied.
The second battery is strictly for a trolling motor, but the way it is wired with the cranking battery and a 1/2/All battery switch, it appears that everything is pulling off both batteries, and I fear that while fishing, I might pull the cranking battery down as well.
I just bought a 1989 88 SPL to fix up as an hobby and started finding a lot of issues while tearing it down. Started cleaning up the lower exhaust housing and noticed a small hole that appears to be manufactured into the housing. Does anyone know what this hole is for? It was plugged up with...
Can anyone help with the correct shift rod height for this model outboard? I’m in the process of restoring this old engine and forgot to mark the rod before pulling it. Thank you in advance.
i have a 1995 70hp force. i was testing my new sonar out when i seemed to get no pick-up and i wasn't getting high rpms. also when i engaged the throttle forward, the motor killed often, but reverse was fine. i put the boat on the trailer and noticed the triim tab on the engine was missing...
