Question:
The ground is coming from negative terminal on the battery and into the trolling motor housing to a terminal where it connects to a black wire coming from the motor itself, and a black wire coming from a small light bulb. All three wires have melted at the terminal where they are connected. There is no indication that any of these wires have made contact with a positive wire in the area of the damage. I never had any problems with this trolling motor before. It is seven years old. I can't understand what would cause the wires to melt all of a sudden, especially in the area that they are located.
Answers:
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In any engine, melted ground wires signal poor connection or high current draw. Check the starter for excessive current draw and be sure all grounds are clean and tight. ( after fixing the melted wiring , of course )More Questions & Answers ...
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