Hey guys, installing a Garmin reactor 40 on our 2006 Marlin. We have a genset, and hot water heater. Where is everyone mounting the pump? We are stumped.
AP pump location
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TortugaBob
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I had an same problem 2005 Marlin, had Aluminum Bracket made, hung on the plywood under helm. Just finished install, I can send pics and posted a few on another thread. Probably not the quietest spot, but I wanted it close to helm to Tee off. Simrad motor vs. Garmin, so probably a little different size.
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On my Sailfish, it was outboard of the starboard side of the aft berth. Had to remove a panel to get to it, but after thirteen years, it was bone dry and dusty and showed no corrosion.
Overall, I wasn't happy with the old Furuno AP that came with the boat, and put a power-assist steering pump in same location instead. Love the power-assisted steering.
Rob
Overall, I wasn't happy with the old Furuno AP that came with the boat, and put a power-assist steering pump in same location instead. Love the power-assisted steering.
Rob
I have a related question regarding the location of the Auto Pilot pump on my 2005 330 Express. It is not under helm or in starboard area where the hot water heater is supposed to be located (our helm AC compressor is located). Will be installing SeaStar Power Assist but it has to be ahead of AP so that is why locating the AP is so important
On my 2007 330 it is located behind the AC/DC switch panel in the cabin along with my sonar and autopilot course computer.
Thanks to everyone for suggested locations to look for the AP pump. I hope there will be enough room for the the SeaStar power assist.