thanks for the input.giving me lots to think about.Greg

have just received x-mass present yesterday from fedex and west marine.nice package under 1ooo.oo dallars including shipping.rainy day so good chance to play,blue chip installed,good to go.mounting positions are unlimited,from pedestel to side to a swing-type from the top of the bimimy.also be able ...

Orion here.Thanks again for info.Pardon my two finger ops.,as I am just learning this com. lingo. Anyways I am glad not the only one using the bungy method for auto-pilot.Sure is alot of knowlege out there.we have decided on going with just chart-plotter for now.The garmin 531 is I guess a good choi...

Thankyou for your input,however I do lots of solo sailing in the North-Chanel and Lake Huron .We have sailed Orion for some 14 years now since she was new.However I have approval from the Admiral and will be persuing this part of safety-equipment.Would like info. on what works on the :macx: as the b...

We are thinking about getting a chart plotter but am wondering if an auto piliot might be a better investment. Does anyone out there have either, or, or both....and what are your thoughts ?

I have a 50hp Honda.....with a dual marine battery setup......will it power a 65w Wayco portable cooler as is? If so how long do you think I will have to run the motor to keep the fridge running without draining the batteries? If not, what additional sources of energy should I have? ie. solar panel,...