[C320-list] Wind instrument installation

[Ben Waltuck]

the TackTik system is wireless and solar powered..
http://www.tacktick.com/2007Tacktick/products/product_view.asp?prod=47
anyone have any opinions/suggestions on that option?

Ben Waltuck wrote:
> Can anyone share the experience/cost of installing a masthead wind 
> instrument?
> The boat show is here in Boston tomorrow, and I'd like to purchase a 
> wind instrument, but I'm a little curious on the installation..
> Is there a conduit in the mast where I will be able to easily feed the 
> wire(s)?
> Can this be done with the mast up?
> What should the approx. cost be to have this installed by the yard?
> The Raymarine wind instrument seems like a safe choice, but I'm also 
> interested in the newer ultrasonic units as they have no moving parts 
> and offer more information (like temperature and humidity) like this one
> http://www.defender.com/product.jsp?path=-1|344|295761|320707&id=605649
>
> I'm also considering getting the ST60 multi-pack with wind, depth, and 
> speed.. as I only have depth today.
> I'll need to install an through-hull transducer for this and I'm 
> somewhat scared about drilling a hold in the bottom of my boat.. is 
> this more or less complicated than I think?  Again, does anyone have 
> an idea on what the cost should be to have this done by the yard?
>
> Thanks!!
>
> Ben Waltuck
> Getaway 352 ('96)
>

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