Stern Thruster not working - looking for an engineer

[DougOut]

Hi All, My Broom 345 is fitted with a Sidepower pod stern thruster that, sadly, is totally lacking in the thrust department. The bow thruster works just fine from the dual control. and I was able to swap the controller over temporarily but had exactly the same result. Now, I've searched as thoroughly as I can but can't find any relays, pumps or indeed electrical connections! I'm quite positive it doesn't rely on AA batteries but I've reached the limit of my investigative skills.
Can anyone recommend an engineer who might be willing to attend my boat at Windsor Marina and try to diagnose and hopefully fix the problem.

 

[Portland Billy]

Can Adam Straw not find someone ? Or is he not around.

 

[Pump-Out]

Does the thruster have it's own battery?
Has the charger for it failed?

 

[Parabordi]

Hi All, My Broom 345 is fitted with a Sidepower pod stern thruster that, sadly, is totally lacking in the thrust department. The bow thruster works just fine from the dual control. and I was able to swap the controller over temporarily but had exactly the same result. Now, I've searched as thoroughly as I can but can't find any relays, pumps or indeed electrical connections! I'm quite positive it doesn't rely on AA batteries but I've reached the limit of my investigative skills.
Can anyone recommend an engineer who might be willing to attend my boat at Windsor Marina and try to diagnose and hopefully fix the problem.

are you able to measure the volts actually hitting the unit when you press the button? Might be voltage loss in the cable.

 

[DougOut]

Does the thruster have it's own battery?
Has the charger for it failed?

I can't find a separate battery or even find where the cables are run. I've pulled all the access panels but couldn't see anything

 

[DougOut]

are you able to measure the volts actually hitting the unit when you press the button? Might be voltage loss in the cable.

I wish I could get at the back of the sternthruster but no such luck

 

[Rascal Joe]

John Reynolds based near Henley does a great job for me - orcamarinemaintenance@gmail.com

 

[DougOut]

John Reynolds based near Henley does a great job for me - orcamarinemaintenance@gmail.com

Thanks Joe,
I'll drop him an email and see if he can help

 

[Rascal Joe]

Not a big issue but it’s my boat with Joe in the name!!

 

[jct1981]

John Reynolds based near Henley does a great job for me - orcamarinemaintenance@gmail.com

A big +1 for John. Ex DB Marine and very capable.

 

[Parabordi]

Hi All, My Broom 345 is fitted with a Sidepower pod stern thruster that, sadly, is totally lacking in the thrust department. The bow thruster works just fine from the dual control. and I was able to swap the controller over temporarily but had exactly the same result. Now, I've searched as thoroughly as I can but can't find any relays, pumps or indeed electrical connections! I'm quite positive it doesn't rely on AA batteries but I've reached the limit of my investigative skills.
Can anyone recommend an engineer who might be willing to attend my boat at Windsor Marina and try to diagnose and hopefully fix the problem.

ask bruvver dave!