On Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:30:37 -0500, Gene
wrote:

On Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:54:27 -0800, jps wrote:

On Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:53:52 -0700, "SteveB"
wrote:

When running lines to, say the bilge, or to a navigation light, is it best
to run two wires, one coming back to the ground on the panel, or just ground
it there not far from the use? It's a basic question, but I just wondered
if there's any difference.

Steve

An indication of how basically stupid you are. I hope the boat is
aluminum.

What difference would that make? unless you intend to electroplate the
prop with the hull.....

Exactly. My best wishes for the original poster.