Autopilot System?

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I removed some of the Autopilot system that came with my 1999 Pursuit.

I am thinking about installing a more modern one over the winter. I currently have a new (2011) complete Garmin Radar, Depth and GPS system now but no Autopilot.

Any suggestions on a good autopilot, make and model?
 
I lost two friends when the Auto Pilot made a Hard turn at full speed.
Now,the first question I'd ask is: "Does this thing shut off when an error occurs?"
 
i would go with the garmin install is easy the unit works great,and it has shaddow drive
 
Might as well go with a Garmin. They bought one of the better autopilot makers a few years ago (of the Gladiator TR-1). Auto pilots are to help you steer a more efficient course and maintain a more thorough watch. Without knowing any of the details of Thud's friends accident, they are not for setting and lettin' 'er rip while staying off watch. There are stories of big metal bridges causing veering, but usually it is someone pushing the wrong button or managing to put something magnetic by the heading compass while underway.
 
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Originally posted by Thudpucker

I lost two friends when the Auto Pilot made a Hard turn at full speed.
Now,the first question I'd ask is: "Does this thing shut off when an error occurs?"

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That is the reason that I pulled the autopilot in the first place. However, I realized that it is a good idea to just eye scan and let the boat maintain a course.

Is the Garmin autopilto listed on the Garman website?
 
I never use my AP when running, but it is one of my most important pieces of equipment when trolling. Wouldn't have a boat without one.

Tim
 
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Originally posted by JoeShoes

quote:
Originally posted by Thudpucker

I lost two friends when the Auto Pilot made a Hard turn at full speed.
Now,the first question I'd ask is: "Does this thing shut off when an error occurs?"

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That is the reason that I pulled the autopilot in the first place. However, I realized that it is a good idea to just eye scan and let the boat maintain a course.

Is the Garmin autopilto listed on the Garman website?

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Garmin has lots of AP options, the GHP 20 is highly praised by everyone I've ever heard. It will connect to the rest of your equipment through NMEA2000

https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?cID=228&ra=true
 
run away from RAY !

RWS

(unless you want to buy mine !~)
 
Years ago a guyran into shore when he had the boat on AP. It seems it took longer to entertain his girl friend than he expected.
 
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Originally posted by pdecat

Years ago a guyran into shore when he had the boat on AP. It seems it took longer to entertain his girl friend than he expected.

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Bruce

You convinced me.

I am on the Garmin site now to buy one.

Joe
 
I would personally go with Garmin since the majority of mt MFD's and equipment is Garmin. They bought out the company that made the TR-1 Gold. Excellent unit with no variable potentiometer needed on the rudder.
Bill
 
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