Bow Thruster install on 330 Express -Photo's

Moxsea

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Just had a Vetus 55 12V bowthruster installed on my 330 Express. I just got tired of worrying about damaging the vessel during strong current and wind (done that). Now, I can't wait to splash and planning on using the boat more. East Coast Bowthruster performed the mobile install in one day and it turned out great. Happy boating.
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Pilot hole drilled
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It hurt watching this
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Cleaned up
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Tunnel ready for bonding to hull
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inside prior to tunnel
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Glassed outside
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Glassed tunnel inside
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Thruster on tunnel
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Battery switch
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Access panel
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Joystick installed
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The finished product ready for bottom paint
 

cdwood

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Have often wondered about that, what do you do to keep growth out of the tunnel and off the thruster?
 

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Thanks for sharing. I love mine and would never own another boat without one. Good luck with it!
 

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Thanks for sharing. Looks like a nice installation.