Can I use SER 4 wire # 8 solid Alum. for a 40 amp built in range oven?

Question

Can I use SER 4 wire # 8 solid Alum. for a 40 amp built in range oven?

Answer 1

Solid wire use on a boat is not a good idea and does not meet the boater builders code.  Because of vibrations onboard a vessels can cause wire damage. Also you should use marine grade wire - that is tinned.  

For marine use, wiring a boat with common copper wire is a common mistake, and should be avoided. Copper wire strands oxidize very quickly, and the common byproduct of that oxidation is a green layer of oxidized metal, which will eventually degrade the conductive connection to a terminal, and ultimately fail. Always use a marine-grade “tinned” wire. The use of tin in the wire stands prevents corrosion, while increasing conductivity. Never use single-strand or “solid core” wiring. Vibrations will cause the wire to break inside the insulation, creating all kinds of intermittent electrical problems.

Answer 2

yes.