"JR North" wrote in message
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I've had a set of 00ga 20 footers in the MaXum for 17 years. Keep them in
one of those blanket/comforter bags that seal at the top. Hauled them out
a month ago to steam clean the engine bay, and found only light surface
rust on the clamps. Still work good, spring tension, etc.
Pony up for the long 00 guage set. Very important for the length req for
jumping a boat.
My .02
JR


Wouldn't having a 2nd battery on board with an A/B switch be more reliable
than waiting for a jump from a passing boat? The cost for quality 20 foot
jump cables is probably about the same as the extra battery and switch
setup.

The other option would be to carry a 12v emergency power pack.

The downside of both those options is the cost of maintenance and
replacement. However, you are not relying on someone else to get you out of
an emergency.