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I appreciate the helpful reply. I bought a blue seas fuse block that has a negative bus on it, so I should be good to go.

Ok so in order to figure out what amp circuit breaker to use should I just add up all the amps I'll use? 25 amp circuit breaker. ..? I want a positive and negative wire goin to the the breaker, then to the fuse block, then all my accessories, via a switch panel

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What size circuit breaker do I need? 2 18w led pods bow and stern lights 12v outlet for phone charger small bilge pump Or how do I determine what size I need based on the equipment I'm using? What happens if I buy one that is to small or two large (Amp wise)?

Also...what size wire should I use between the battery and the fuse block?

Nice. This is what I did for my switch box. I can do something similar to this, but I was thinking it might be easier to just mount it in the battery box. Somebody told me that was a bad idea...is it dangerous to have the fuse block so close to the battery?

I'm trying to decide the best way to protect my blue seas fuse block from the elements since there is no storage space on my boat. I bought a small battery (12v 12Ah) to power all my LED lights, 12v outlet, and depth finder. It's pretty unlikely I'll be using everything at the same time, for...

I'm gonna run with 2 batteries. One for the trolling motor, and one for everything else. I'm gonna make my own water proof switch panel. I've been looking into the blue seas fuse box. I've never dealt with them before So forgive me if I am asking dumb questions. how does that hook up...

Good info. Thanks. That solves some of my other questions Too.

Good idea. Thanks. It's a 14' flatbottom. The trolling motor power cable currently has no breaker or in-line fuse on it. Just hooks up straight to the battery

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New member here. Seeking advice on my wiring for lights and accessories on my jon boat. I'll continue to search and read for ideas, but I'm looking for a quick answer for exactly what I'm trying to do. I have the following items that I need to power: Trolling motor Depth finder Bow and...