Master battery cutoff switch...

[lawaustin]

I recently bought a used SSRX and was really surprised it didn't have a battery cutoff switch. One of the first things I did was install one. It's always difficult drilling that 1st hole in a bulkhead that is exposed. I did it and dressed it up as much as I could with stainless hardware. I was disappointed a cutoff switch wasn't mandatory on newish boats.

 

[Jack M]

It's an optional item

 

[Vikingstaff]

Just a matter of how the original owner optioned up the boat.

 

[SEMPERFI8387]

Just a dumb question, but why do you think it should be mandatory to have a cut off switch?
Note, I added it to my build, but only because I felt it was a cheap option in case I’m not in my boat for a couple weeks to prevent battery drain.

 

[lawaustin]

Mandatory for the reason you stated, in case the owner isn't around his/her boat for a period of time and the battery drains. For the price of a few dollars the manufacturer of any boat could install one to help the owner avoid a major inconvenience.

I have a couple of old cars and have installed battery disconnect knobs on them to prevent battery drain.

 

[SEMPERFI8387]

Truthfully, I’ll answer it like many times I’ve seen that comment. If Bennington installed everything that everyone thinks they should as “stock”, you’d probably price out 50% of your buyers. Better fishfinder, better lighting, nicer steering wheel, nicer stereo, etc…