I have been using my Simrad chartplotter at the helm for several years now and I am in the process of reworking my helm, instruments and network.
EV-100 autopilot instrument head is located to the right of the wheel, recessed into the fiberglass (opposite side of the motor controls). I can control it while ahead of the wheel or at the wheel.
I have my Simrad chartplotter at the guard in a pod. New depth and wind is now in the cockpit bulkhead.
I am thinking of eliminating my chartplotter at the helm and either pick up a handheld garmin or convert a Ipad into a chartplotter, mount with a bracket and use it when I think I need one.
I have turned on my chartplotter twice this season for only purpose was to locate a good anchor spot.
I am thinking... Do I really need the additional pod and chartplotter? I am thinking no unless I go to a unknown marina or trip, which is not that often.
What are you guys using and how often?
If I eliminate the chartplotter, I would reduce the height of the guard to 44". I had a J boat where the guard was lower, less intrusive but still provided the little protection that the guard provides.
EV-100 autopilot instrument head is located to the right of the wheel, recessed into the fiberglass (opposite side of the motor controls). I can control it while ahead of the wheel or at the wheel.
I have my Simrad chartplotter at the guard in a pod. New depth and wind is now in the cockpit bulkhead.
I am thinking of eliminating my chartplotter at the helm and either pick up a handheld garmin or convert a Ipad into a chartplotter, mount with a bracket and use it when I think I need one.
I have turned on my chartplotter twice this season for only purpose was to locate a good anchor spot.
I am thinking... Do I really need the additional pod and chartplotter? I am thinking no unless I go to a unknown marina or trip, which is not that often.
What are you guys using and how often?
If I eliminate the chartplotter, I would reduce the height of the guard to 44". I had a J boat where the guard was lower, less intrusive but still provided the little protection that the guard provides.