'16 170 Pro Unit on Bow?

[PaDubs]

Can I run a Humminbird Power Cord by splicing it to the wired that feed the bow light plug? Im trying to power a Solix 10, simple down imaging on the transducer. No fancy gadgets. Thanks in advance!

 

[Wayne P.]

That circuit has too much resistance for the amps that a SOLIX has. It probably won't even start up.

 

[PaDubs]

Thank you Wayne. You suggest I go the hard route and run it straight to the battery?

 

[Wayne P.]

Thank you Wayne. You suggest I go the hard route and run it straight to the battery?

Yes with at least 10 gauge tinned marine conductors.

 

[Woody b]

My 2022 Classic XL has a pair of wires ran for an up from graph. They were under the trolling motor plug.

The wires for the light aren't a good idea. I see people recommending 10 gauge wire all the time. Overkill is good, but it simply isn't necessary. 14 gauge is plenty big enough.