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Sceptre Wire Runs
For you Sceptre guys, what is the best way to secure the wires that run from the helm back to the bilge? I am referring to the power wires for the pumps, transducer wires, etc. I know most run them underneath the gunwale on the starboard side. I am just not sure how best to secure them. I obviously want something that will secure them, but also gives me the ability to pull and replace wires as necessary.
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There are some fiberglass hangers built into/below the starboard gunwale. That's where I ran my wires when I redid my boat. I used some thick zip ties and hung off of the mech
steering cable where the wires started to swag. Works good for me. |
You could also use some PVC conduit that's made for running wires. If you ever had a wiring fire, it would tend to keep it away from the fiberglass which is extremely flammable. BTW, I ran the DS transducer wires along the port side on my Seafari, just to keep 'em away from any electrical noise that might be induced by the power wires.
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I through-bolted my hull to deck joint with ss bolts and nylock nuts; when doing this I purposely used bolts about 1" to 1.5" longer than necessary so that I could attach the ss/rubber lined wire hangers from them. I through-bolted every 6 inches, so have plenty of attachment points all the way down the port and starboard sides. A royal pain to do for sure but has proven to be a good decision.
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