So to work on the rewiring and updating of the Nav' area. The main lead to the Raymarine Chart plotter had been partially cut through when the depth sounder display was installed, so a bit of surgery to repair that was in order. Having the radio on a stalk in the corner didn't fit with my "vision" of what was to be. (remember, you can click on any photo to see a larger/clearer version) so I stripped out everything and started again.
The framework is to support the fascia woodwork and create the spaces for Comm's & entertainment radios. The wood panel is the backing for the charge controller.
Paint and the conduit meant I could get on and start the wiring....should have used larger conduit!
Here is the final fit of the woodwork. The HRDi charge controller is partially "sunk" so that the wiring is not on display....quite why someone would design it that way I don't know, but then my whole experience with Marlec was not one I enjoyed. Of course don't forget the charger/holder for the iphone! (it serves a very useful function, not just for comm's but a very low power consumption anchor watch)
Here is the wood panel veneered with Sapelle. It is a sod to apply, as I didn't like the stuff with the adhesive pre-applied, so used raw veneer, glued on with Thixofix impact adhesive, then two coats of varnish.
I was pleased with the final outcome, but with the angles of the cabin and veneer I am never convinced any line is at right-angles to each other!
Having the chartplotter available to see from the cockpit is mandatory, later I made a catch to stop it swinging back indoors in heavy seas.
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