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Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 24-09-2013, 16:58
Replies: 64
Views: 7,985
Posted By Panope
Re: What Type/Brand Autopilot?

Just to follow up on the progress, I have got the wheelpilot installed on the wheel and powered up (on the hard - no water testing yet).

Pictures and details at post # 157 on my construction...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 06-09-2013, 21:41
Replies: 64
Views: 7,985
Posted By Panope
Re: What Type/Brand Autopilot?

Wow! You mean I will actually get to be out on my boat with a following wind? I can't wait. Wind is usually non-existent or blowing the wrong way.

I am so looking forward for the wind to kick...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 06-09-2013, 16:28
Replies: 64
Views: 7,985
Posted By Panope
Re: What Type/Brand Autopilot?

I did go ahead and ordered a Raymarine.

Couple of questions. Does your remote require that the fixed module remain "line of sight with the handheld unit? Can the signal shoot through glass? ...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 06-09-2013, 10:28
Replies: 64
Views: 7,985
Posted By Panope
Re: What Type/Brand Autopilot?

Thanks Eric,

The "tension handle" that you speak of - is that also the "clutch" handle or is this a separate control?

Also, is this a "toothed" belt or smooth? Do you keep a spare belt...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 06-09-2013, 09:58
Replies: 64
Views: 7,985
Posted By Panope
Re: What Type/Brand Autopilot?

I got no wind-sensors, not even a wind feather (just look at the water). Don't have a single electrical wire in the mast.

Got to keep my life as simple as possible or I will go nuts.

Some of...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 06-09-2013, 08:30
Replies: 64
Views: 7,985
Posted By Panope
Re: What Type/Brand Autopilot?

I use a dingy davit (hard dingy) exclusively. No space for wind vane even if I could justify the expense.

I have sailed this boat (often single handed) for 18 years without one. Maybe I don't...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 05-09-2013, 21:18
Replies: 64
Views: 7,985
Posted By Panope
Re: What Type/Brand Autopilot?

That is good to hear. I called Raymarine and Garmin and they both said that the two units "should" work together. We'll see if "I" can make that lash-up work.

When I got my current "working"...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 05-09-2013, 20:09
Replies: 64
Views: 7,985
Posted By Panope
Re: What Type/Brand Autopilot?

Hi Matt,

I pulled the trigger and ordered a Raymarine ev-100 (uses the same wheel pilot has the X-5). I decided that the CPT actuator would clutter up my already cramped pilot house seating...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 04-09-2013, 20:27
Replies: 64
Views: 7,985
Posted By Panope
Re: What Type/Brand Autopilot?

Thanks funjohnson.

That linear drive unit looks great. Compact, out of sight and it would be a snap to install. But the price is hurdle that has stopped me in my tracks.

In fact, this whole...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 02-09-2013, 11:44
Replies: 64
Views: 7,985
Posted By Panope
Re: What Type/Brand Autopilot?

So I am thinking the Wood-Freeman is out of the running due to the physical size (large) of the components. Especially the drive motor.

The X5 is starting to sound a little bit too "light duty". ...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 01-09-2013, 20:25
Replies: 64
Views: 7,985
Posted By Panope
Re: What Type/Brand Autopilot?

Anybody have any experience with this Ray-marine remote control?

I built this hatch/seat for the fore deck and thought it would be cool to be able to sit up front and motor through the beautiful...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 01-09-2013, 16:19
Replies: 64
Views: 7,985
Posted By Panope
Re: What Type/Brand Autopilot?

Thanks Capt Phil,

That Wood-Freeman is an interesting option. It would look especially appropriate on Panope given her new "work boat" type pilot house.

I am leery of ancient electrical...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 01-09-2013, 14:02
Replies: 64
Views: 7,985
Posted By Panope
Re: What Type/Brand Autopilot?

Thanks, Dockhead

Although I try and seek over sized/strength gear as a rule, in this case budget will be the determining factor.

For me, this system will be a luxury item and no big deal if it...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 01-09-2013, 12:18
Replies: 64
Views: 7,985
Posted By Panope
Re: What Type/Brand Autopilot?

I should have been clearer in the way that I described the boat in my first post.

Panope is 34 feet long and displaces 7 U.S. tons.

Steve
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 01-09-2013, 12:00
Replies: 64
Views: 7,985
Posted By Panope
Re: What Type/Brand Autopilot?

Thanks guys, for the recommendation for the X5. That looks like a good choice for me.

Couple of questions.

I see that it has a clutch for disengaging the motor. Is this clutch manual or...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 31-08-2013, 20:35
Replies: 64
Views: 7,985
Posted By Panope
What Type/Brand Autopilot?

I know very little about marine autopilots. I am considering installing one on Panope (34' 7 tons).

-Autopilot will be used primarily when motoring in somewhat protected waters (inside passage...
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