What is this item called on the boat?

jimmyhung

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What's the thing circled in red called? Because my boat needs it replaced. Thanks.
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mike_i

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How do you know it needs to be replaced if you don't know what it is?
 

gm280

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Trolling Motor receptacle plate. And good question from mike_i, how do you know it needs replaced?
 
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That's not a helpful comment.

As others said, it is a receptacle for plugging in your trolling motor. My guess is that you've tried connecting the trolling motor and it didn't work. Before you start throwing parts at the problem, I would verify that the trolling motor works. The receptacle should also be connected to a fuse. Check the fuse to make sure that is not blown. The trolling motor pedal can also be toast. It looks like a pretty old unit.
 

Silvertip

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1) There is a separate battery for the trolling motor? 2) said battery is connected? 3) said battery is charged? 4) there is actually power at the terminals in the trolling motor receptacle? 5) The power control on the foot pedal is actually turned ON?
 
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