Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Help with Light Wiring

Posted by Christiansailing on 08/05/23 - 4:20 PM
#1

I have a 13 ft. 1971 Boston Whaler skiff and my bow and stern lights are not working. I have the original wiring diagram from BW but it's not clear as to what goes where. Can someone provide me with some direction? My battery is good so I know that's clear. I've checked the fuses and they are all good as well. Any input is welcomed.
Thanks,
Bryan

Posted by melfa21 on 08/05/23 - 7:06 PM
#2

Have you checked to make sure there's 12V at the lights? If there is power, check the bulbs.
I ended up installing battery powered running lights on our J14 Carolina Skiff. It was a lot easier than pulling new wires back to the battery box.

Edited by melfa21 on 08/05/23 - 7:11 PM

Posted by Phil T on 08/06/23 - 2:38 PM
#3

The original wires were run inside the foamed cavity.

Owners over the years have re-run new wire using the gap in the rubrail between the white receiver and the black rubrail insert to transit to the aft corner. Then drill a hole in the gunnel.

Posted by Christiansailing on 08/19/23 - 6:28 AM
#4

Phil T wrote:
The original wires were run inside the foamed cavity.

Owners over the years have re-run new wire using the gap in the rubrail between the white receiver and the black rubrail insert to transit to the aft corner. Then drill a hole in the gunnel.



That's what I was afraid of.