Searchlight Part/Replacement Recommendations?

[Sea Spirit]

I have a 2013 Ranger Tug R-29 Classic whose searchlight (Jabsco model 63022) has ceased working. As the motor and controls still worked I purchased a replacement bulb for ~$60, but prior to installing it the direction controls ceased working. ChatGPT believes it’s the PC board that has failed—13v power gets TO the PC board but no workable voltage comes FROM the PC board. (I understand one can bypass the board to supply 13v power directly to the bulb, but that won’t address the control motor issue.). I have heard Jabsco is exiting the searchlight business and has not responded to my requests for parts, nor has Ranger Tugs. A marine supplier offers the motor and board for $368 + shipping.

Can anyone recommend a solution here for repair or replacement? Should I continue pursuing repair, or are there replacement solutions anyone can recommend?

Fred Thorne
Sea Spirit
Coupeville, WA

 

[zzr7ky]

Currently removing a Jabsco. Let me know what you want.

 

[Sea Spirit]

Thanks but I expect to be doing the same.

Wait. Is the bulb ok and does its PC board work?

 

[zzr7ky]

I am not sure about board.
Bulb working

 

[Trisailor]

Replaced the Jabsco on my 2011 R27 with the 5 Oceans LED spotlight. It has a wifi remote. It's wired it into the existing wires, got rid of the corroded plug on the cabin and direct wired it through a clamshell. It has all the functionality of the Jabsco, as much light and less reflection off the bow rails/foredeck.

 

[Sea Spirit]

I am not sure about board.
Bulb working

 

[Sea Spirit]

What’s your price for each? Where would you be shipping it from?

Fred

 

[zzr7ky]

Shipped from Michigan 48048.
I will remove them this week

 

[zzr7ky]

Here it is. Board, bulb, control.

i found out mine didn't work due to Mud Daubers! 40 shipped should do it. I don't need it on my shelf.

 

[Captmike]

The spot light was in constant need of cleaning and reflected off the bow rail. The unit finally stopped working and I took it off. A high powered flashlight works a lot better.