Raymarine GS system Install

Here is a step by step collage of pictures showing the process of installing a Raymarine GS system. The system consists of the Raymarine GS 19" display, the RMK-9 Remote, the data chip port for the chartplotter, 2 i70 multifunction displays, Fusion remote control, An engine system controller, and a USB charging port. Also attached bu not shown are the radome, VHF radio, and optical camera in engine compartment. I fabricated the mounting board from 1/2" cherry plywood and finished to match the interior finish . Click on the individual images to get descriptions of the pictures.

The view of the final install. Flip through to see how its done.
Start by laying out the components.
Drawing the components on the panel note the locations of the holes to drill.
A closer look of the left side of the panel.
A closer look of the right side of the panel.
Cutting the plywood. Hole saws for big holes. Large square holes get corners drilled first then sabre saw the straight edges.
All holes cut and outer curve cut. Next is sanding off pencil lines and applying the finish.
Final trim of wood to get components to fit snug.
Fitting the new panel into the existing enclosure by trimming the edges.
Now to install components and connect the wires.
Another look without the covers. Keep the covers on to protect from scratching the glass.
Small components are fitted on right and left.
Radar mounted to the cabin top needs to have its wiring routed to the helm through the cabin ceiling.
Another look.
And yet another look.
Reattaching the ceiling panels.
The view of the final install with displays active.

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