need 12v source for Radar installation - 2004 342FV

elangone

Hey folks - 
I'm installing a Garmin radar, and need to tap into the 12V system, preferably in the engine compartment area, since the cable comes down the starboard side radar arch.  I'd rather not have to run that up to the helm and try to find power there.
Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.

Thanks
Ed

Liberty44140

Hey Ed, just an FYI that running power to the helm from behind the ice maker couldn’t be easier. Huge opening between the two areas, just pull the sub woofer to help run it up to the helm area

LaRea

Agree - it's not too bad getting to the helm.  

If you go to the ER:  You probably already have multiple wires connected directly to the batteries by previous owners.  Resist the temptation to add yet another one.  Consider installing a small breaker panel with a single connection to the battery.

This one sells for $41, but maybe you don't need six breakers.  

Michael T

......or buy it and use the opportunity to clean-up your wiring area a bit. Rinker made awesome boats but the wiring behind their panels was often haphazard. I cleaned-up the areas behind both my Rinker cruisers the best I could.

elangone

I actually love the idea of adding a little fuse panel.  If I do, which battery do I wire it to? If I were to go to the helm, any idea where to connect? 
Thank you all for the great info!!

Handymans342

Connect to house battery