Pontoon Boat Wiring Guide: Motor Installation & Basic Electrical Setup

Question
YES I AM REDOING A PONTOON BOAT I HAVE EVERYTHING DONE.I'M ABOUT TO HAVE THE MOTOR INSTALLED NOW WHAT I NEED TO KNOW IS HOW TO GO ABOUT DOING THE BASIC WIRING ON THE BOAT.I CAN UNDRESTAND IF THERE IS SOMEONE WHO CAN EXPLAIN OR TELL ME WHERE I CAN FIND THIS INFO THANKS  

Answer
Hi Frankie

Thank you for selecting me to respond to your question.

What is the length of your pontoon boat, and what is the size (hp) of the motor and is there remote steering? Are batteries carried aboard? If you intend to operate the boat at night, it will require bow and stern lights.

First of all, I am not a marine mechanic nor an electrician. Secondly, I do not know your country of residence, which would be helpful, because each country has its own Rules & Regulations. Multi-strand, not solid copper or aluminum wiring, is the usual requirement. Once you provide me more details, I believe I can assist you.

Ron