Thanks for watching our channel!! We hope that over time we build enough of a library of videos to cover every option possible. Are you looking to run two batteries in parallel? Or a battery switch? Often for pontoons we run one battery when it’s the motor and light accessories (LED lighting, basic stereo, fish finder, etc) and they do great as long as the motor is run while the bulk of the accessories are in use. If there’s an upgraded stereo or you know you’ll be parked often with motor off and accessories running, then we would add a deep cycle to power those accessories while keeping the motor on its own battery. A switch could be used in that case, or just a basic onboard charging system (even a solar panel trickle charger).

@@tomspontoons Thanks for the quick reply! I want to use a switch so I can park and fish or hangout on the sandbar and play the tunes.

@@firemancary Totally get that! We will be sure to video the next boat we install a battery switch on! I always give customers a heads up that you'll still need an onboard charger because even when running both batteries on with the motor pushing a charge, it would take hours and hours of running at fairly high RPMs to top off a drained battery. It'll help, but if you're always going out and parking/partying you'll need an additional charging option other than just the motor!

@@tomspontoons I'm looking to do this as well and would love to see a video explaining the 2 battery setup with the switch and trickle charger!

@@mattlawson6975 I’m pretty sure we will be doing that sort of setup on our tritoon build in the coming weeks. I will definitely share a breakdown and install of the next one I do either way!

Awesome! You’ll love owning and cruising on a pontoon, especially after doing the work yourself!! Docking lights should be on their own switch. In most places you’re not allowed to drive around with docking lights on, just use them for docking, trailering, or when necessary…then turn them off. Running (aka navigation lights) must be on at all times just before, during, and just after dark.

Great question! If you wires are bundled up nicely with nothing hanging where it could get caught or grabbed you’d be just fine. It’s never a bad idea to wrap what you can in a split conduit, or even to add some of it in the event that your wires are making a tight turn around metal where they could wear. Thanks for the question!!

That’s something we don’t offer right now. Detail companies who polish gas tanks and other items are the folks to call for that. It’s extremely dirty and time consuming…and I’ve heard can cost around $2,000

I don’t add a sealer because with treated marine grade the rot process takes nearly eternity…especially if the wood can breathe. If sealing the open ply you could simply use a marine grade silicone.

@@tomspontoons thanks for the quick reply! I will add silicone sealant just for piece of mind because the other holes from the factory are sealed with some sort of sealant on the outside wiring looms. Thanks!

@@gaba1170 I usually only see silicone from manufacturers used to plug speaker wire holes where water might spray up into seats. It certainly can't hurt to add it, especially if it gives you the peace of mind!! Best of luck with your project!

Great question! This video should help: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gbCopsVlrZutj2Q.html I’ll be showing in greater detail how to use their harness with a different switch panel. Generally, yes, cut off their ends and splice into your switches!

No that’s for the switch panel. I need help with this wire harness I recent bought from pontoon stuff. Is there a way I can send you some pics to get a better understanding?

@@ddamion1801 you know where to find me I think… TomsPontoons@gmail.com

You’re referring to one of their variations of harnesses with the waterproof quick plugs!! Yes, cut those off and use the colored wire as your power to each accessory and the black as the ground!

@@tomspontoons yes! Thank you so much for that. Will I need to also the harness to connect it to their 8 switch panel?

Good question! To most accessories I prefer to run 16 gauge marine wire. For some shorter runs, or LED lights with low draw I will go with 18 gauge.

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