I have decided that it is time to replace the original Datamarine Speed and Depth instruments on Purr Diem. Can anyone tell me if I would be able to use the existing hull fittings or if I will need to change them? If I need to change them, can I use the existing holes without modifications?
Jerome Bertuglia
NS 30C #269
Stonington, CT
Jerome,
It may depend on what you replace it with. I tried to replace an old RayMarine knotmeter with a new RayMarine knotmeter and discovered I couldn’t do even that without replacing the hull fitting. And that was the same manufacturer.
Needless to say, I’m now much less of a fan of RayMarine than I was before.
Without being very careful to check specs on exactly what you have and exactly what you’re considering, it may be hard to determine.
– Bob
Me Gusta
Nonsuch 26U #233
One option is to contact DMI Marine in Middleboro MA to see if their up to date Phoenix depth and speed transducers fit your existing thru hulls. DMI services Data Marine instruments.
Ken Dakin
NS 33 #7
Sashay
Kingston ON
DMI Marine in MA. 774-213-9744. I have their Corinthian series Speed/Distance and Depth Datamarine CD 400 Corinthian Performance Series and am very happy with the upgrades and customer response when I call them. Give them a call, you will be satisfied. He was an product engineer when Datamarine had their operation in Pocasset, MA on Cape Cod. Bob Horne, 1989 N26C # 249. ENCORE, Pocasset, MA.