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Forum: Boats 11-29-2023, 06:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,788
Posted By Tilzbow
I’m 6’6” and use a clamp on Windaway to block the...

I’m 6’6” and use a clamp on Windaway to block the wind when running in cold and cooler temperatures. The 18”x8” in sport configuration is the one you want. It takes seconds to install and remove.

...
Forum: Electronics 03-04-2023, 11:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,377
Posted By Tilzbow
I got most of it done and here’s an update on...

I got most of it done and here’s an update on what I did. I added the six circuit fuse block in post #2 at the start of this thread. (Thanks Hot Runr Guy!) I fabricated a 5” x 5” x 1/4” plastic...
Forum: Electronics 03-04-2023, 10:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,944
Posted By Tilzbow
Finman, For what it’s worth, the bottom of...

Finman,

For what it’s worth, the bottom of my 360 transducer is 36” below the bottom of the mounting bracket. On my Ranger 621 FS Pro, I can only remember a handful of times when it was rough...
Forum: Electronics 03-03-2023, 06:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,506
Posted By Tilzbow
Northstar and Lifeline are probably the best AGMs...

Northstar and Lifeline are probably the best AGMs made. Like someone said there are only a handful of battery manufacturers and most batteries sold in retail are rebranded. You can generally tell by...
Forum: Electronics 03-03-2023, 08:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,944
Posted By Tilzbow
Mega Live and Mega 360 both have wet switches...

Mega Live and Mega 360 both have wet switches incorporated into the design. After installing you can activate either to test connections by placing a wet towel on the transducer or simply licking a...
Forum: Electronics 03-01-2023, 10:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,377
Posted By Tilzbow
Thanks for the link. I’m hoping to use a lighted...

Thanks for the link. I’m hoping to use a lighted switch since there’s less chance I’ll accidentally leave it on. If the push button one I ordered doesn’t work out, I’m going to try a lighted rocker...
Forum: Electronics 03-01-2023, 07:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,377
Posted By Tilzbow
What on/off switch did you go with? I’ve been...

What on/off switch did you go with? I’ve been look for one with 12 AWG leads without much luck.
Forum: Electronics 03-01-2023, 02:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,377
Posted By Tilzbow
I’ll be installing an on/off switch on the bow...

I’ll be installing an on/off switch on the bow for just the Mega Live. Humminbird recommends connecting to a cut-off switch and a separate on/off switch.

...
Forum: Electronics 03-01-2023, 01:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,377
Posted By Tilzbow
The Mega Live specifies 12 gauge for it alone and...

The Mega Live specifies 12 gauge for it alone and most guys over on BBC are using 10. I might add another graph on the bow using this circuit. Or maybe a microwave! Anyway, just future proofing so I...
Forum: Electronics 03-01-2023, 11:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,377
Posted By Tilzbow
I might do that but I’m trying to avoid going to...

I might do that but I’m trying to avoid going to the battery compartment since it’s an extra five to six foot run from the power switch that’s mounted in the rear starboard storage compartment and...
Forum: Electronics 03-01-2023, 11:46 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,377
Posted By Tilzbow
Yep, thanks! I’m looking at that one but it might...

Yep, thanks! I’m looking at that one but it might be too wide for the space where I want to mount it under the console. If it fits it’s what I’ll use
Forum: Electronics 03-01-2023, 10:21 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,377
Posted By Tilzbow
Adding Fuse Block w/Ground to Ranger 621FS Pro

Beginner/basic electrical skills here…..

I’m working on adding a 4 or 6 circuit fuse block under the console on my 2020 Ranger 621FS Pro. One position will be used for adding a Mega Live while the...
Forum: Boats 02-28-2023, 06:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,077
Posted By Tilzbow
Edit to my last post. Ignore it, it’s wrong as is...

Edit to my last post. Ignore it, it’s wrong as is the wiring diagram!

Here’s how it works. Accessory switch 1 & 2 on the Ranger RIDE screen are connected to the box on the right. The orange/blue...
Forum: Boats 02-26-2023, 06:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,077
Posted By Tilzbow
Okay, updating in case anyone else is trying to...

Okay, updating in case anyone else is trying to do what I’m doing…..

I found the wires in the console in the space behind the console mounted Humminbird. Two ground and two live wires bundled up...
Forum: Boats 02-26-2023, 05:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,077
Posted By Tilzbow
Thanks! I’ll pull that speaker panel and check...

Thanks! I’ll pull that speaker panel and check there. I’ve got the cockpit version (621cFS] so I don’t have the rear side storage so I know it can’t be there.

Edit: Just pulled the speaker panel...
Forum: Boats 02-26-2023, 01:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,077
Posted By Tilzbow
Ranger FS Pro Switch Box, Accessory Wire Location

Good day,

I’m planning to install a Humminbird Mega Live transducer on my 2020 621FS Pro. I’ve already installed a Mega 360 transducer on the bow mounted Minnkota Ultrex which I hooked into the...
Forum: Boats 02-10-2023, 10:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,203
Posted By Tilzbow
Update: I’ve been out fishing twice. First...

Update:

I’ve been out fishing twice. First trip included about 6 hours of fishing time and 30 minutes of running time, while the second trip had about 60 minutes of run time on the big motor. Boat...
Forum: Boats 01-23-2023, 02:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,203
Posted By Tilzbow
Quick update…. I got the install finished up...

Quick update….

I got the install finished up yesterday and everything in the boat is working. The four batteries shipped with a 50% charge, the Powerhouse charging system woke up all four...
Forum: Boats 01-21-2023, 10:26 AM
Replies: 323
Views: 135,729
Posted By Tilzbow
Ranger 2020 621FS with 400 Verado, 15 hp kicker...

Ranger 2020 621FS with 400 Verado, 15 hp kicker and Talon.

I fish at 3,800 to 6,000 feet in elevation and have never had the boat lower than 3,800’.

Break in day with 2 guys, full tank I hit 65...
Forum: Boats 01-21-2023, 08:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,203
Posted By Tilzbow
The choice to buy a new boat or fix up the old is...

The choice to buy a new boat or fix up the old is a great problem to have! There’s no wrong choice there….

I think it’s probably fairly safe to assume Yamaha will soon approve lithiums otherwise...
Forum: Boats 01-21-2023, 12:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,203
Posted By Tilzbow
To add one point I forgot. Most of the concern on...

To add one point I forgot. Most of the concern on the other forum regarding 36v batteries were from guys about running only one trolling battery due to lack of redundancy if that one failed. I don’t...
Forum: Boats 01-20-2023, 09:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,203
Posted By Tilzbow
Appreciate the comments, I spent days, weeks,...

Appreciate the comments, I spent days, weeks, over on BBC researching, reading threads and discussing with members and bought the batteries from a vendor there for a 20% discount that lasted a few...
Forum: Boats 01-20-2023, 01:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,203
Posted By Tilzbow
After discussing with both the dealer I bought...

After discussing with both the dealer I bought the setup[/URL] from and Powerhouse I plan to connect the two starter/house batteries in parallel. This should meet all my power needs plus a bug...
Forum: Boats 01-18-2023, 04:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,203
Posted By Tilzbow
Thanks for the input on porpoising and your...

Thanks for the input on porpoising and your solution! Hopefully mine won’t do that but it’s good to know what to look for.

Why 2 x 36v? Boat came with 4 AGMs wired the same as yours with that...
Forum: Boats 01-18-2023, 11:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,203
Posted By Tilzbow
As of now the only two lithium batteries I know...

As of now the only two lithium batteries I know of that meet the specifications are made by Relion and Powerhouse. Relion is the only one I know of that Mercury has listed and that may be the only...
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