Searchlight extension cable

ericcarr2000

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I am in the process of installing a new jabsco 155 searchlight and I found out that the cable that came with the searchlight isn't quite long enough. Anyone know of a cheap place I can get one? I really don't want to spend over $100 for a few extra feet.
 

fhhuber

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Often there is some indication on the cable of the type wire used. Look for the lettering. Copy that down and any good electric supply can get you the same wire by the foot. So you can get exactly what you need.

If no lettering, then you need a 6 inch piece (or just bring the whole light with its packaging and documents) for them to match up.

They can also guide you in how to do the best splice possible if you are not running a wire to a junction box (I'd do the junction box to move where the light's wire connects if that allows the light to be moved as desired)
 
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