Both batteries were dead on boat and would not hold a charge. Hooked back up to charge enough to start to get to ramp. Motor started and I was going to lower it into the water if it did. It is quiet, I forgot and after a few minutes I cut it off when I heard a beep. Battery appeared dead again when I tried to turn the ignition ( without it beeping). I hooked it back to the charger. A few hours later another family member got it started and drove it toward the ramp. it would barely go according to them and it died. I do not know if the alarm was going off at this point. They had to be towed in. Now the moter has melted parts. How much damage was done when and by whom. I'll take responsibility but am curious. I feel like a complete idiot and probably should. The mechanic who we trust said he has never seen one melt like this but that isn't my question.
