Pelican Case Bulkhead - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Senor Yakman · 07-20-2010, 02:30 PM

Guys,

I've checked out the forum and have seen a few different types of connectors used to pass the power cable through your battery boxes. From your experience, which connector has worked the best? These dang pelican boxes are expensive and I would like some good recommendations before I drill the hole.

Thanks for the help,
Senor Yakman

WahooUSMA · 07-20-2010, 02:52 PM

Perko deck connector.......

steveooo · 07-20-2010, 03:57 PM

Goop. Not the prettyiest, but watertight.

dsafety · 07-20-2010, 05:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by steveooo

Goop. Not the prettyiest, but watertight.

X2... and it costs nothing. If you screw things up, just apply more Goop.

Bob

Rob929 · 07-20-2010, 11:48 PM

X3.. But to make it even easier/better, grab yourself a package of assorted sized rubber grommets from Home Depot or harbor freight tools. Drill your hole, squeeze rubber grommet in hole, run wires through grommet, then goop. I've been using this method with no issues for years now...

For the actual connection to batteries, go to your local OEX, pick up some 2 pin marine connectors. You can attach these to the battery itself, the lead wires, and your charger.. makes plugging/ unplugging and charging a breeze. I coat the connections on the battery with goop as well.

wmbeusch · 07-21-2010, 11:45 AM

Boat 3/4 inch cable wire thru hull fitting white

WHITE Watertight thru-hull for antenna and electronic cables Self attaching, no additional hardware required
Accepts single or double cable
2"(2.54 cm) maximum hull, requires 3/4" (1.9 cm) hole
you can get this at oex in sunset or on EBAY. I just picked up two for under $20.00 with shipping

Senor Yakman · 07-21-2010, 05:55 PM

Guys,

I really appreciate all the good ideas. Initially, I was intent on using a bulkhead to make a professional looking pass through. After reviewing all the suggestions, I think I'll go with the grommet and goop option. As stated in the posts it's simple, cheap and it works!!! That's pretty tough to beat.

This forum is Great!!
Thanks again,
Senor Yakman

07-20-2010, 02:30 PM	#1
Senor Yakman Junior Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 2	Pelican Case Bulkhead Guys, I've checked out the forum and have seen a few different types of connectors used to pass the power cable through your battery boxes. From your experience, which connector has worked the best? These dang pelican boxes are expensive and I would like some good recommendations before I drill the hole. Thanks for the help, Senor Yakman

07-20-2010, 02:52 PM	#2
WahooUSMA Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Rancho Cucamonga Posts: 753	Perko deck connector....... __________________ GO ARMY BEAT NAVY! Bad decisions make great stories!

07-20-2010, 11:48 PM	#5
Rob929 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Diego Posts: 134	Goop X3.. But to make it even easier/better, grab yourself a package of assorted sized rubber grommets from Home Depot or harbor freight tools. Drill your hole, squeeze rubber grommet in hole, run wires through grommet, then goop. I've been using this method with no issues for years now... For the actual connection to batteries, go to your local OEX, pick up some 2 pin marine connectors. You can attach these to the battery itself, the lead wires, and your charger.. makes plugging/ unplugging and charging a breeze. I coat the connections on the battery with goop as well.

07-20-2010, 03:57 PM	#3
steveooo Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 1,921	Goop. Not the prettyiest, but watertight.

07-21-2010, 11:45 AM	#6
wmbeusch Wild Man John Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: La Mirada Posts: 34	Boat 3/4 inch cable wire thru hull fitting white WHITE Watertight thru-hull for antenna and electronic cables Self attaching, no additional hardware required Accepts single or double cable 2"(2.54 cm) maximum hull, requires 3/4" (1.9 cm) hole you can get this at oex in sunset or on EBAY. I just picked up two for under $20.00 with shipping

07-21-2010, 05:55 PM	#7
Senor Yakman Junior Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 2	Guys, I really appreciate all the good ideas. Initially, I was intent on using a bulkhead to make a professional looking pass through. After reviewing all the suggestions, I think I'll go with the grommet and goop option. As stated in the posts it's simple, cheap and it works!!! That's pretty tough to beat. This forum is Great!! Thanks again, Senor Yakman