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I chose the same remote, for the same reasons. My remote plugs into the helm instrument panel, below and to the left of the wheel. This allows me to use the remote in the berth or from the helm seat. I chose not to install the standard up/down switch panel, and only use the remote.

Installing and removing the bimini each time we go out is more work than I would like, especially when I’m single-handed. Having it in place reduces the amount of rain falling into the aft cockpit while we are enjoying the winter on the river. I would like to safely tow on the highway with the...

My windlass is a Maxwell HRC-FF6. I also bought a rope/chain rode from Maxwell, and it plays beautifully through the gypsy. I use a wired remote which allows me to stand on the berth and have good visibility to what the rode is doing, especially when lowering it. The windlass puts it out at...

Bob - I don't have first-hand experience with the other brands, so I can not comment on how well they perform. A detailed comparison of brands and their features would be beyond the scope of this thread.

I worked at Douglas LB from '79 to '82. I chose the Garmin Fantom 18 for several reasons. The Fantom’s 40-watt pulse means far less energy for the occupants to be exposed to, and the dome’s power consumption is considerably lower. The component most likely to fail in older high-power radars...

Hello Jim. Our little Suzi works well for what we use it for. Its primary purpose is to get us to a safe anchorage should the main fail. I have let it push us many times just for fun, and 2.5 hp is plenty for me. I used to keep Suzi in the back of my truck between outings, but it was work to...

Motor mount

Hello Bob. To quote Walter Brennan – “No brag, just fact.” My 39 years as an avionics design engineer includes flight test, certification, and in-service support for X-band and C-band Doppler radar. In the early 80’s, when airline pilots were transitioning from analog radar to the Rockwell...

Bob - I will assume that you are not implying that I run at a speed that reflects imprudent seamanship. My choice of optimum dome tilt was based on actual pitch angle measurements throughout MY boat's speed range, which includes a prudent speed for fog.

meassuring pitch angles

Prior to installing my radar dome, I downloaded lots pictures of Dory's that were side-on views. I imported them into PowerPoint, and drew a line along their roof line. PP then gave me the fore-aft pitch angle of the roof. While power settings and sea conditions affect the pitch, the majority...

Hello Harvey and Clay. It’s good to hear from you, with all that’s going on these days. Our favorite boating season is just starting. The river is much more comfortable from December to March. The water between Vancouver and Astoria is often calm, with 5 mph winds. Fog can crop up, and my...

Despite 2020 being horrible in many ways, my wife and I have enjoyed many cruises on the Columbia River this year. Zenith has gotten some upgrades which add to our safety and comfort. Next to the existing Garmin Echomap, I added a Garmin 742XS with a Fantom 18" dome. I have measured the pitch...

One sweet ride

Garmin Fantom 18 radar, 6" strut, 1W LED anchor light

New ladder

New ladder and kicker hard mount

Ipad, Iphone, transceiver mounts

Pivoting bow roller and anchor safety strap

Pivoting bow roller and anchor safety strap