Onboard charger extension cables

[Vader809]

Does anyone use an extension cable for onboard charger? any recommendations would help. I looked at Dual Pro and Min-Kota, trying to find an easy install.

 

[TNtroller]

I used an extension on my charger/boat set up. I have a dual bank 6amp charger which is located in the rod box close to the transom, and ran the extension up to the front for the TM battery. I used one of the mfr's extensions, easy to do and no problems for the past year, charges the batteries pretty fast.

 

[huntinfool]

My charger didn't have long enough leads and no extensions. I read their recommendations and it told me where it was acceptable to do so. I used a bit larger gauge wire to carry the load farther. I've had it hooked up 24/7 for about 3-4 months without any problems. I have taken the boat out several times and it charges everything back up.

I'd do some research and see what the manufacturer says.

 

[Vader809]

Thanks. Read the manual, Minn-Kota recommends soldering and heat shrinking.

 

[bamabill]

I mounted my Minn Kota 2 bank under the deck near the TM battery. I used Minn Kota extensions according to their instructions (they supply butt splices and heat shrink) to connect my starting battery back at the transom. Been using it a couple months now with no problems.

 

[Vader809]

Thanks ,I went with the Promariner extension cables,no splicing or soldering,just attach lugs together and snap in housing.Probably will run thru a junction box to keep water out.