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lower helm prototype
So here is a high quality piece of plastic I had - from a Newporter hatch cover. There is no way I would get everything right the first try, so I decided to do a prototype. If it turns out really well I will sand with 180 grit and spray paint, or use as template for wood. The plastic is 3/8", which puts it's thickness almost beyond the installation of the toggle switches. Note the three space carling switch bank. - The swiches, from right to left, will a momentary on for the starter relay, then the fuel pump, and the engine blower. The engine blower and the fuel pump will be double throw (operable on and off from either helm, but the momentary is isolated - a keyless starter. (upper helm has key)
Still have a lot of work to do on project - waiting for correct switches and wire. The tape is there just to help layout.
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Comment by bob mitchell on March 1, 2019 at 9:05pm
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It's a good thing this is a prototype - I am already on my second piece of plastic - the 3/8" thick first sheetr was to thick for the toggle switches.
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