I have learned alot from your channel and maybe two other channels regarding building out a jon boat. I have buddies that bring their friend over to show them my 1548 jon boat. Wiring....Hatches...struts....slam hatches....all that stuff...your channel. Thanks... and be safe out there.....
Even though you sanded that metal edge, you still want to put protection on or around those wires, as an electrician and engineer in the marine world, I can promise you, those wires will eventually chafe through. Great video man.
Thankyou!! A super detailed but also straightforward instruction to wiring up a switch panel and accessories. Really well explained and putting in the chapter links was a real help too
thank you for the tutorial. im going to be buying an old 60's orlando clipper within the next few months and plan on having a full electrical system with switched lights in the front, rear, and cabin, as well as a GPS, marine radio, phone charger, and guages. i watched the whole thing and it really helped make the wiring aspect clear for me. I plan on following this again when it's time to do the job.
When should you use the 14ga and the 16ga? Like is there a reason to have two different gauge of wires? Or can you run the whole boat off of 14 or 16 and not both?
Quite a helpful video, thanks. Haven't seen many videos clearly articulate how to wire the switch panel and fuse box together. The panels come pre-wired with fuses installed, and only one live cable out (no jumper). it seems like they're operating as fuse box alternatives. This was helpful!
Really nice job Anthony !! Very neat and professional build, explained well, with quality materials used. This will be my template for my project in the future. Thanks....keep up the great work !!
whats screws do you use to mount these things directly to the ribs?? Thanks, love your content. This video was perfect timing. I'm going to be starting on my electrical this weekend for my 1436 with basically all the same hardware and components. I still need to build out a side-wall box to mount the fusebox, switch panel, battery cut off, and trolling motor fuse switch to.
I have a question about deck lighting... I want multicolor Led's to have on while running, but I don't want to be blinded while using them... Recommendations?
Does it matter if I run everything to the fuse box, then jump from there with positives to my switches? Or is it important to run to switch then jump to fuse box? Thanks
Do you have any tips for hiding wires? I just had the idea of putting some lights on my floor but I have already placed the flooring over the frame and applied hydroturf. I haven't built my deck yet, but a couple of my lights would come from the rear of the boat. Thanks in advance!
@AnthonyJonesBrigadeBoats this is incredibly useful to someone new to boat wiring like me. Thank you, to say the least. I am doing nearly all of the same things on my boat (less impressively). How are you powering the Garmin graph… on one of the two batteries you showed, or is there a third? Also, do you run it through a fuse box, or trust the inline fuse that comes with Garmin? I also have the AutoBoat from TBN, so I’m wondering same thing about it. Thank you again… this is high value content.
About to dive into my own wiring this weekend. I’m only about half way through the video, but I do have a quick question. Do you use sacrificial anodes to ground the electricity? I’m admittedly a novice when it comes to electrical, but I thought you always needed a ground outside of the negative pole of the battery.
Pretty sure in these aluminum boats you specifcally ONLY want to use the negative terminal of the boat to ground. If you use any part of the boat itself it can cause electrolysis which will begin to deteriorate the metal in your boat quickly.
You won't believe this but I use my phone to film almost everything. It's a Samsung Galaxy s24ultra. If we hit the water I have a camera guy for those videos. I also have a drone. For editing, probably the unbelievable part, I have always and still only use a phone. All my videos are edited on my phone through Kinemaster. I'm currently building a new office/editing roo though and I'm switching things to a Mac and a few other programs for editing. But yeah, I've built my entire UA-cam channel on my phone.
I keep getting this question. Yes, I believe someone bought the company and discontinued it or moved the company, not sure. I know it's not on the market now. Stuff is amazing, I hope it comes back.
Look at what you are trying to wire in. It should have a label with power rating. Add the items up if you wire more than one item together. Large items like trolling motor should be on a separate circuit. Running lights should be on one switch and circuit. How much power the circuit is using determines fuse size and wire size. Should be able to find information online under marine wiring. The kit is a good idea. It should include everything needed.
No I'm not. Remember, the accessories are grounded on their own. The switch ground is just to complete the circuit of the switches and allow ground for the led lights. Those switches typically come with 16 gauge jumpers running into one lead, mine are better than what's usually provided.
@@AnthonyJonesBrigadeBoatsanother question for ya. If I got some interior hatch lights. Do I need to run all of them to a bus bar or can I just splice all of them into a 14awg wire and just throw a 5amp fuse on it
That's what I usually do. The size of the lights and draw may determine how many I tie together but I usually run all hatch lights on one lead, all deck lights on another. Sometimes cockpit and bow courtesy lights on a 3rd.
Is there a place to connect with you on the cost to get a boat built other than Instagram? I don't have an insta but would love to get a sense from you on the cost.
Unfortunately I'm no longer taking customer projects as I am very backed up on the ones I already committed to. Perhaps later down the road, as in next year.
everyone of these boat wiring videos skips over the the actual wiring of led lights. This one kind of explains but I need to see how to hook up 6 led lights in parallel.
everything looks good but that pump out on top the transom idk why ppl do that when you can put a pump out as small as 3/8'' dumping out the rear corner on either side that over the transom is just in the way and looks goofy
It's not in the way. It's a 1436 with small sidewalls. Hard to get a fitting in above the side rib but yet below the deck height. Sometimes less is more. I don't always do it this way. Part of my job here is to show people simple solutions from a diy standpoint. A lot of guys out there don't want to drill through their hull or deal with sealant. Just an option for them, which is the easiest option available, so it's fitting to do it on my budget build.
FINALLY!!! Someone that explains things in an orderly fashion and marks the wires to simplify connection at the end!! Great job!!
The best video for someone who doesn’t know nothing about electric an a boat
Thanks 🙏
I have learned alot from your channel and maybe two other channels regarding building out a jon boat. I have buddies that bring their friend over to show them my 1548 jon boat. Wiring....Hatches...struts....slam hatches....all that stuff...your channel.
Thanks... and be safe out there.....
Even though you sanded that metal edge, you still want to put protection on or around those wires, as an electrician and engineer in the marine world, I can promise you, those wires will eventually chafe through. Great video man.
Thank you
@@AnthonyJonesBrigadeBoats
How do I get in touch with you about a price on boat build?
Thankyou!! A super detailed but also straightforward instruction to wiring up a switch panel and accessories. Really well explained and putting in the chapter links was a real help too
The best DC wiring video on UA-cam
thank you for the tutorial. im going to be buying an old 60's orlando clipper within the next few months and plan on having a full electrical system with switched lights in the front, rear, and cabin, as well as a GPS, marine radio, phone charger, and guages. i watched the whole thing and it really helped make the wiring aspect clear for me. I plan on following this again when it's time to do the job.
When should you use the 14ga and the 16ga? Like is there a reason to have two different gauge of wires? Or can you run the whole boat off of 14 or 16 and not both?
Love your work and videos bro, keep up the great work!
thanks you and will do
Quite a helpful video, thanks. Haven't seen many videos clearly articulate how to wire the switch panel and fuse box together.
The panels come pre-wired with fuses installed, and only one live cable out (no jumper). it seems like they're operating as fuse box alternatives.
This was helpful!
Really nice job Anthony !! Very neat and professional build, explained well, with quality materials used. This will be my template for my project in the future. Thanks....keep up the great work !!
That looks really nice. Not complicated but looks very professional
Thank you! Cheers!
Adub you are really amazing and you really make everything easy keep up the amazing work man
Thanks man I really appreciate that and your support!!!
Thanks Anthony! Very detailed on how to video!
Glad it was helpful!
whats screws do you use to mount these things directly to the ribs?? Thanks, love your content. This video was perfect timing. I'm going to be starting on my electrical this weekend for my 1436 with basically all the same hardware and components. I still need to build out a side-wall box to mount the fusebox, switch panel, battery cut off, and trolling motor fuse switch to.
How do I know which color to use for certain amps I really need help with that
Yes bc I will be buying a John boat soon n was a lil down bc I know nothing about witting a panel n u make it look easy
Will the lithium battery start the engine as well or is it only used for the trolling motor and lights?
I have a question about deck lighting...
I want multicolor Led's to have on while running, but I don't want to be blinded while using them...
Recommendations?
You make it look easy !!!
Hey Anthony do you know of anyway I can run two lowrance elite Ti’s off one transducer? They’re the first model with no Ethernet port
Can you please put the links for the navigation lights ? Thanks !
Does it matter if I run everything to the fuse box, then jump from there with positives to my switches? Or is it important to run to switch then jump to fuse box? Thanks
Do you have any tips for hiding wires? I just had the idea of putting some lights on my floor but I have already placed the flooring over the frame and applied hydroturf. I haven't built my deck yet, but a couple of my lights would come from the rear of the boat. Thanks in advance!
Where do you source all the aluminum framing for these builds?
So I have a inboard that I am setting up a dual battery on. Would this work with my ski boat?
@AnthonyJonesBrigadeBoats this is incredibly useful to someone new to boat wiring like me. Thank you, to say the least. I am doing nearly all of the same things on my boat (less impressively). How are you powering the Garmin graph… on one of the two batteries you showed, or is there a third? Also, do you run it through a fuse box, or trust the inline fuse that comes with Garmin? I also have the AutoBoat from TBN, so I’m wondering same thing about it. Thank you again… this is high value content.
Great to hear!
How do you know what size fuse to use for each switch?
About to dive into my own wiring this weekend. I’m only about half way through the video, but I do have a quick question. Do you use sacrificial anodes to ground the electricity? I’m admittedly a novice when it comes to electrical, but I thought you always needed a ground outside of the negative pole of the battery.
Pretty sure in these aluminum boats you specifcally ONLY want to use the negative terminal of the boat to ground. If you use any part of the boat itself it can cause electrolysis which will begin to deteriorate the metal in your boat quickly.
Great video but shouldn’t the bilge pump bypass the shutoff switch?
No, it's a manual bilge. If it were auto, yes, I don't use though. I've seen too many issues with them.
What paint do you use to paint those black areas?
What edge guard do you use for your aluminum edge protection?
loving this one. question - what do you use for filming and editing?
You won't believe this but I use my phone to film almost everything. It's a Samsung Galaxy s24ultra. If we hit the water I have a camera guy for those videos. I also have a drone. For editing, probably the unbelievable part, I have always and still only use a phone. All my videos are edited on my phone through Kinemaster. I'm currently building a new office/editing roo though and I'm switching things to a Mac and a few other programs for editing. But yeah, I've built my entire UA-cam channel on my phone.
@@AnthonyJonesBrigadeBoats that’s awesome! I ran my restaurant for a year using my iPhone and google docs.
quick question did they stop making gator skin? Can't find it anywhere.
I keep getting this question. Yes, I believe someone bought the company and discontinued it or moved the company, not sure. I know it's not on the market now. Stuff is amazing, I hope it comes back.
What company for wiring kit, didn't catch it
please respond
link is in the video description.
tbnation.net
how do you know what amp fuse each item takes?
Look at what you are trying to wire in. It should have a label with power rating. Add the items up if you wire more than one item together. Large items like trolling motor should be on a separate circuit. Running lights should be on one switch and circuit. How much power the circuit is using determines fuse size and wire size. Should be able to find information online under marine wiring. The kit is a good idea. It should include everything needed.
Hey Anthony, how do you get the seat mounts put into the benches.
Big pain. I'll show in full build video.
When you combined all the negative wires into one back to the fuse box you essentially are running all the load of your accessories on one #14 wire
No I'm not. Remember, the accessories are grounded on their own. The switch ground is just to complete the circuit of the switches and allow ground for the led lights. Those switches typically come with 16 gauge jumpers running into one lead, mine are better than what's usually provided.
Never mind you are correct 🤷♂️
All good man. Appreciate you watching.
What welder do you use? Sweet!
Titanium Ultimate 200 w spool gun and mig setup
didnt you use 8 awg for the battery to fuse block? why switch to 6?
I personally do. I used 6 because that's what came in the wiring kit. I tried to use nothing but what was in the kit, minus accessories
@@AnthonyJonesBrigadeBoatsanother question for ya. If I got some interior hatch lights. Do I need to run all of them to a bus bar or can I just splice all of them into a 14awg wire and just throw a 5amp fuse on it
That's what I usually do. The size of the lights and draw may determine how many I tie together but I usually run all hatch lights on one lead, all deck lights on another. Sometimes cockpit and bow courtesy lights on a 3rd.
Which ground is the switch grounded to
On the bus bar
And please explain to me why the negative leads of the switch are pancaked flipped
@@516Spark You constantly flip the pancakes...
Where are you located?
Is there a place to connect with you on the cost to get a boat built other than Instagram? I don't have an insta but would love to get a sense from you on the cost.
Unfortunately I'm no longer taking customer projects as I am very backed up on the ones I already committed to. Perhaps later down the road, as in next year.
everyone of these boat wiring videos skips over the the actual wiring of led lights. This one kind of explains but I need to see how to hook up 6 led lights in parallel.
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everything looks good but that pump out on top the transom idk why ppl do that when you can put a pump out as small as 3/8'' dumping out the rear corner on either side that over the transom is just in the way and looks goofy
It's not in the way. It's a 1436 with small sidewalls. Hard to get a fitting in above the side rib but yet below the deck height. Sometimes less is more. I don't always do it this way. Part of my job here is to show people simple solutions from a diy standpoint. A lot of guys out there don't want to drill through their hull or deal with sealant. Just an option for them, which is the easiest option available, so it's fitting to do it on my budget build.
😶… 🤔….😳Ok… 😤 fine I’ll be that guy. We not gonna talk about that mean looking pond boat in the background ?? 1:39
Oh, it's coming. Going to be the baddest plastic boat build out there!
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