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DaveR
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Initially Posted - 02/12/2008 : 15:54:20

I'm going to order a simrad tp10 tiller pilot and am wondering if anyone has installed one of these and if there's extensions or other parts and pieces I need to order along with. Thanks

Dave Robbins
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DaveR
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Response Posted - 02/13/2008 : 08:24:24

OK then, thanks for the help!

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dlucier
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Response Posted - 02/13/2008 : 09:09:24

Dave,

Although I don't have a TP10 (I have the Raymarine unit), they're roughly the same with a simliar mounting options. Having looked over the TP10's installation manual, it appears you are going to require some sort of additional mounting hardware depending on your personal preferences. I chose a cantilever over a pedastal mount for my installation because this allowed my cockpit cushions to slide under the autopilot. I also installed the autopilot on the opposite side of the cockpit as the outboard so access to the outboard wouldn't be hindered. I installed the connector in the coaming box to keep it out of the weather.

Here's a video of my autopilot...

[url="http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-4057230084458630944&pr=goog-sl"]Autopilot Video[/url]

Edited by - dlucier on 02/13/2008 09:56:07

Frank Hopper
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Response Posted - 02/13/2008 : 09:22:54

Haven't most decided that the 20 is better for our boats?

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GaryB
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Response Posted - 02/13/2008 : 20:28:02

On a C22 Forum I belong to one of the members had a TP10 and it kept stripping the gears out. He was "lucky" enough to live near the factory so he could take it back and get it rebuilt with same day service. He finally got tired of the drive and made a deal with them to upgrade to a TP20 for a minimal cost. Hasn't had any more problems since he upgraded.

Edited by - GaryB on 02/13/2008 20:28:53

stampeder
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Response Posted - 02/13/2008 : 21:49:39

I don't want to hijack this thread - but I am compelled to ask Don about his Blue seat. What is it, how is it mounted?

Also, Frank - if you've looked at Don's video, you will have to rethink your opinion re: onboard videos. That was exciting.

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Response Posted - 02/13/2008 : 22:55:47

<blockquote id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote">Originally posted by stampeder
 I don't want to hijack this thread - but I am compelled to ask Don about his Blue seat. What is it, how is it mounted?

Also, Frank - if you've looked at Don's video, you will have to rethink your opinion re: onboard videos. That was exciting.

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DaveR
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Response Posted - 02/14/2008 : 08:00:49

Thanks for the feedback guys. I considered the tp22 but it's almost twice as expensive!! The 22 is also able to interface with a GPS and or wind/speed gauges. I guess I need to bite the bullet and get the 22, definitely don't want something that's going to strip gears.

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dlucier
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Response Posted - 02/14/2008 : 09:41:17

Speaking of stripped gears, I've had to have my ST1000+ serviced twice for roughly the same reason.

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DaveR
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Response Posted - 02/14/2008 : 10:04:57

It's done! tp22 ordered and also the cantilever mount!

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GaryB
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Response Posted - 02/14/2008 : 21:28:18

Here's the best price I could find on the TP22. Doubt this includes the cantilever mount.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000SMVKUE?smid=AFU7D1Z4UO933&tag=msnshop-sports-20&linkCode=asn

Edited by - GaryB on 02/14/2008 21:28:39

DaveR
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Response Posted - 02/15/2008 : 07:51:20

I paid slightly more ($514.99) at [url="http://www.onlinemarine.com/cgi-local/SoftCart.exe/online_superstore/electronics/autopilots/navico_tp100tp200cx.htm?L+scstore+bmbt5716ffb512b5"]online marine[/url], but they also had the accessories. Can you believe $65 for the Cantilever Bracket? It must be gold or something

but I think the only way to go.

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