Fluxgate compass

[Rjm st.petersburg]

I found my Fluxgate Compass tucked back under the sole in a cranny of the bilge. A Leprechaun must have installed it. The Admiral found it by going half way into the bilge and feeling around with her hand. We had to use a mirror to verify it. Unfortunately I didn't see any metal objects within 3' of it. So now my drunk AP is still not sober.
Any ideas on how to get it from losing its mind while sailing?

 

[JamesG161]

Unfortunately I didn't see any metal objects within 3' of it. So now my drunk AP is still not sober.

That is not a full test.
You may have interference from a bad Bilge Pump, cutting on and off [example only].

Mine goes crazy when passing under a big bridge [Huge Rebar]

Also Fluxgate modules go bad too.
Jim...

 

[jssailem]

The design of the Fluxgate compass is legendary, much like the Flux Compactor

They have been surpassed by the newer sensors...

 

[Rjm st.petersburg]

Could my solution be as simple as buying a new sensor?

 

[Justin_NSA]

Good installation advice. I have no idea where mine is or how it was installed. I need to know now. I really don't 'navigate' on our reservoir though.

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[ice breaker]

Look in the dead space under the bose 321. There is an access panel inside the forward hanging locker. That is where mine is. 4 small screws.