garmin reactor 40 autopilot

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wavetamer

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I am purchasing an auto pilot for my Yamaha 250hp/9.9 high thrust for my 2006 228.

location is my biggest issue, currently have 2 helms , original up front and the second at the stern .where are most locating there pumps ?? any ideas or pics would be greatly appreciated
 
Just installed a Garmin reactor 40 and smart pump last season. My boat is a little different and I'm not sure of the layout of things in your 228. In my case the best location was in the aft bilge. I had room on the platform next to the generator. This was an ideal place as it is right where the hydraulic lines T off and very close to the batteries. If I remember correctly Garmin wants the pump as close to the batteries.
 
How loud is the pump? I hate listening to the AP pump all day
 
Im hoping possibly of removal of the front hatch to make storage and install another battery and auto pilot pump in that area, down fault not so good for hydraulic lines as I also have helm at rear of boat . just not much room at the stern
 
Installed mine this past weekend. It replaced a TR1 I had for 15 years...on my 273 Chase there is a perfect spot in the console nest to the batteries...probably why my TR1 lasted so long...
 
wavetamer said:
Im hoping possibly of removal of the front hatch to make storage and install another battery and auto pilot pump in that area, down fault not so good for hydraulic lines as I also have helm at rear of boat . just not much room at the stern
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If you have a 2nd station aft, I think the pump has to be between it and the cylinder.
 
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