1988 21' Starcraft Marine Electrical Question ??

[TROP]

1988 21' Starcraft Marine - I removed the anode from back of transom. Only two bolts, and its original. On the inside (nut side ) there is a wire attached to one of the nuts. I am assuming its some type of ground. its coming from the original wire harness. I would think this would cause electrolysis to the boat. Anyone know what this wire may be??

 

[Grub54891]

That wire is green 8 gauge I assume. it's a bonding wire. All the thru-hulls and water pickups, fuel fill should have them. They bond the system to ground to help eliminate corrosion on drives and sparks from the fuel fill. Make sure they are all in place.

 

[TROP]

So you are saying that I should reinstall this wire correct? I yeas there are wires on fuel tank and fill line. The one on tank is connected to a tap coming off tank. I did notice the wire color. Its not 8 gauge maybe 18. This is an aluminum boat. I was afraid of corrosion

 

[Grub54891]

Yes re-attach it. It's to stop corrosion.

 

[TROP]

OK thanks a lot !

 

[mike_i]

Yup, reattach it.