Well that idea is apparently open to debate. But I do understand that many trim relays are intermittent duty and operate just fine. Here's what Arco says about it:
ARCO's Tech Tip on Solenoid Types and Circuits
Many of the remote mount solenoids look identical on the outside. However, they can...
Ha, no problem, as far as I can tell it's kind of correct, sort of. Apparently intermittent use is recommended and sold for trim tilt motors, but it's, as best I understand, not ideal. I think I found what I need:
Arco OEM Replacement Solenoid - SW058HD
Essentially a marine grade continuous...
Well, the more I look into this the more confused I get. The one you recommended is intermittent use, but says it's for trim and starter. Maybe I don't need a continuous use solenoid?
Makes sense. I'm trying to figure out what solenoids to buy at the moment. Still looking for a parts blow up with oem parts to match. Crowley doesn't show trim system exploded view. I'll check Marine Engines next. If you know of the correct solenoid, I'm all ears!
Okay just checked marine...
Well I'm persuaded and decided to install solenoids. I went with solenoids instead of relays. My best understanding is 3 wire motors were better with the solenoids. And hopefully they are more robust than a relay... All pretty new to me and still learning.
Thanks for your help!
Yep, after reading comments here, I decided to run with solenoids. And , yes, that switch could be quite hard to find. I haven't been able to find it yet, but didn't do a deep dive on it, as it still works.
Thanks Nordin! For now, I think I'll just use the 10 ga cable, I see no reason to add relays or solenoid, just to run a smaller wire. Is that the only reason relays are used? I would prefer to modernize the electrical, but for now I'm just going to leave it as originally designed.
