I have an 03 326. Currently instruments are ST40 (depth & speed and an ST60 wind meter). Power goes to wind meter and seatalk plugs provide power to other two instruments. Can I splice into power line running to instruments to install a Garmin GPS. I do not want to run a line through boat to fuse panel. Their is three large gauge wires in pedestal that do not have power (maybe for windlass or autopilot which I do not have). Any suggestions.
Adding GPS
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read the manual
You can tap into the power circuit for you instruments but you will no doubt need to install a fuse to protect the GPS unit. Install it in the power line after the splice.
You can tap into the power circuit for you instruments but you will no doubt need to install a fuse to protect the GPS unit. Install it in the power line after the splice.
read the manual
It will specify a fuse amp and type. Most likely a quick blow type. Mine is a 1 amp but like I said, read your manual.
I assume the power circuit to the instruments has a circuit breaker, that will protect the wires. You need the fuse to protect the GPS unit.
It will specify a fuse amp and type. Most likely a quick blow type. Mine is a 1 amp but like I said, read your manual.
I assume the power circuit to the instruments has a circuit breaker, that will protect the wires. You need the fuse to protect the GPS unit.
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