Alan Lovell

Thanks Ditton, I think I’ve read about magnetic switches.! Definitely worth a look.

Thanks Colin good advice. I have an RMG switch in my current IOM but it is mounted vertically by the mast and well protected. It hasn’t been a problem over the last 7 years but I can’t fit one in that position on my new yacht, it would have to be flat on the deck so not ideal.. I’ll use XT30 plugs for the time being.

Thanks Darin…the switch is easy as you can switch power on/ off without opening the pot lid to, so between races or during breaks , just switch off. However, it does mean another hole in the hull.! I think for the meantime I will carry on just opening the pot and disconnecting the battery.. I may later, if I think it is necessary , fit a switch. Incidentally, before I put the yacht in the water, I always do a couple of checks, twitch the rudder, as you say, and check the bung is in.! Thanks for your reply..

Thanks Eric, very useful…as there is an RMG winch fitted , the battery connects to that lead, not the receiver, so quite easy to plug in .

My previous IOM had an RMG switch in the battery circuit. My new IOM doesn’t have an external switch. As I am rather reluctant to drill a hole in my new hull, so, is it worth fitting a switch or just open the pot lid to disconnect the battery.? Thanks.