All,
I am finally nearing the end of an 18 month full (top off) restoration of a 1990 174ZW with its original 115 Mariner. Completed 90% of the wiring this weekend, but have one question that I though you guys might be able to help me with. The batteries are located in a compartment on the starboard side under the rear fishing deck and behind the passenger seats. The compartment is large enough to hold probably 4 batteries but does not have any battery trays. Does anyone know if the batteries were originally positioned on the starboard side or nearer to the center of this compartment? I would think closer to the center is better, but the access hole for the sump / bilge is right there. If I needed to get a look (or hand) down there while on the water, I would have to move the batteries. Not ideal in a potential urgent situation on the water.
Thoughts?
Thanks,
Ron