Installing the Raymarine Axiom Pro

[@IPwnYouPay]

I personally love the "ads" because I don't have much experience telling good marine products from bad ones, and I hadn't even though of a battery monitor!

[@sewing1243]

If someone had issues with Stu talking about the battery gauge they must be having seizures after watching this episode about the Raymarine unit. 🙃🙃

[@DangarMarine]

You can only hope. ;)

[@theotherfinnegan9955]

good is anything that's not from west marine

[@webbtrekker534]

@@theotherfinnegan9955 West Marine, a boats boutique. All the toys and nothing you need.

[@kman-mi7su]

As I'm watching this video at 0730 in the morning, I'm thinking, Stu you are living the dream man! I just walked into my house and am now eating a bowl of oatmeal after working all night in Washington DC. 21 of my 25 years on nights of seeing the good, bad, and the ugly as a policeman. I hope you are truly enjoying the experience of living in a beautiful place and rebuilding your boat. Be safe out there fighting fires Stu.

[@victorbitter583]

That is a flash AF unit you have there Stu. Times have changed in the last 22 yrs since I was aboard a working boat. Nice. Didn't make it onto the water this weekend. hopefully the wind dies down next weekend. cheers.

[@finscreenname]

I always offset my connectors so they will be slimmer when taping up or shrink wrapping the whole cable.

[@DangarMarine]

Yes, it can also help with shorting in some situations too.

[@LordClunk]

"Real English" made me spit my coffee over my keyboard. Top man.

[@davidharlem6824]

You could not get a more natural, down-to-earth guy if you tried. No crap at all. That’s why we love watching him.

[@tmerema]

Most people realize that showing us a product isn’t an “advertisement “. Personally I like learning of new products I didn’t even know existed. Keep up the good work Stu, I’ll keep watching!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. I do love to leave about some new thing on the market that I wasn't aware of if it is quality and really does a great job.

[@Bob8091]

At 17:07. Switching it on for the first time. The disbelieving " Oooo " when it worked. Classic.

[@tomhickey1266]

Mate I've got a 10' row boat with a 3hp 1964 Evinrude outboard but I love watching your videos. Greetings from Ireland 😁

[@DangarMarine]

Hello!

[@pjimmbojimmbo1990]

35 degrees, it's still Spring where you are. Today it was a blistering 6 today, Felt like a Heat Wave, last Saturday it was about -23. Edmonton Alberta Canada

[@DangarMarine]

Ouch. -23!

[@whotknots]

Thanks heaps for stepping up and volunteering Stu, firefighting is such an exceptionally hazardous/dangerous activity.

[@ranganuiaotearoa8324]

Thumbs up 👍👍👍👍 to you and the other vollies dealing with the fires.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate.

[@gavinb9627]

Our unsung heroes. May they all safely return after this horrific event

[@lvlndco]

Stu, it's funny that someone took offense to you mentioning the brand of the device you were installing. If you hadn't mentioned the brand there would be more people upset that you didn't say what it was...we are such a fickle bunch.... 😁

[@gavinb9627]

Part of the reason of watching your fantastic videos is to learn from all the research you have done into various products, that we mat be in the market for. I know I have purchased a few things from your videos already. So to the grizzlers get a life

[@DangarMarine]

That's it. If I said I'm installing a secret model of anything I'd never hear the end of it!

[@TBPollock]

If it were up to me, you wouldn't waste a second of your time (or mine) justifying your actions to the officious little azzholes that complain and criticize.

[@michaelnelson912]

@@DangarMarine Do it! Just for fun!

[@benmac7315]

Personally I'm not to concerned with what brand things are, unless maybe it is something phenomenally good or bad I should watch out for. More interested in how you achieve things and solutions to your issues. I get sick of the people that sell out to a particular brand for freebies and make out like it's the only logical option because of it .

[@RoadhogRNA]

Great Vid on the Raymarine!!! Thank you for your Fire Service, (retired police here).

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate.

[@stephent1117]

Stu, you really must stop advertising heat shrink and broken clocks. Great job. Best wishes from the UK.

[@DangarMarine]

I purposely found heatshrink without a brand name on it. ;)

[@kevincrosby1760]

@@DangarMarine Being analog, that clock is exactly right twice per day...

[@Kiwi_Fruit_Fruit]

Had no idea you were a fire fighter. I’m one as well here in NZ 23 years now and my daughter Kylie is a firefighter over there in Sydney. Keep safe mate.

[@russw5301]

Another great video, the "Adds" are vital if we are to gain benefit from watching. Keep it up mate! VERY informative!

[@andywilliams1160]

Very smart the Raymarine, Things have advanced a bit from the Mk21 Decca we all used many years ago. Small wheelhouses are always a pain, never know where to mount things, I always start by getting the kettle just where you want it and build every thing else round that. Great job.

[@DangarMarine]

I like your priorities Andy. :)

[@TheStwat]

I do hope the co owners realise just how invaluable your knowledge and labour is on this build. :)

[@mashrien]

I think you chose a good unit man, looks pretty skookum to me, and the features seem robust enough to be a huge help to you down the line. Chin up bud, we're all rootin' for ya as you come into the home stretch.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. Getting closer!

[@mashrien]

@@DangarMarine Just like to add- I think the majority of us are here for you, not just the boat itself. Whether you're reconditioning the boat, or on the seas doing what you want to do, we're here to support ya, and hopefully we'll still be welcome along for the ride years down the line. Thoroughly enjoy your channel, regardless of your current project. That said though.. I'm sure I'm not the only one that's anxious and ridiculously excited to see the engine back and running.

[@davidwoods4366]

just what I was waiting for . Thanks Stu.... reminds me of a rhyme from my early R.N. days "green to green red to red perfect safety go ahead,if to Srbd red appear tis your duty to keep clear"

[@davidjulian8536]

My Dad was RN, he taught me "If on the bow are red and green, full ahead and steer between!!"

[@LeytonC]

That is a really nice unit! I like the idea of being able to monitor lots of engine and gearbox stats through it, and it give alarms if something is going wrong. Agree at the helm for a tach and a repeater for oil pressure and engine coolant temperature, with the unit handling alarms as well, this is good if other people are at the helm and they are not 100% sure where the gauges should be. The battery monitor looks really good as well, works a treat!

[@DangarMarine]

I'm really looking forward to doing some research on the gauges. I'm sure a single sensor will be able to feed both.

[@antonywardle]

I now know where to look for your boat when I'm on the train thanks for the video

[@johnkinnane547]

G’day Stu look I must say that it’s terrific that you and David are in the CFS It’s a great thing to be involved in. That Ramarine units is a lovely bit of kit it’s functions are impressive and where you have mounted it looks good, in fact that wheel house is very nice looking you even have the same brass mirror on her as I had on my boat. The wiring looks very organised a good effort Stu I look forward to the next instalment regards John

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks John!

[@raider1822]

Called different things but britclip, beam cable clip or girder clip, is what you need to clamp those cables up the steel stu

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. It's a big help to have the right search terms.

[@proubuntu]

Could be called ‘chassis clips’ as well. Something like this I assume? jaydeeautocables.com.au/products/chassis-clips

[@jonnyisgood]

Loved the way you kept on about the battery monitor, after what was said pmsl love it matey.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. ;)

[@duncandmcgrath6290]

The Trawler is looking excellent 👍

[@amascia8327]

It's great to see your wonderful project moving along. Godspeed.

[@petemac4428]

Just " binge" watched your dealer vids over last two days. Awesome channel and great project. Have learnt so much! Thanks and keep up on this great Aussie based content!!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate, glad to hear you enjoyed the vids. :)

[@AW-Services]

Top tip. Pull the handle off a round file and place it In the drill chuck. Edge profile cable clips are great

[@DangarMarine]

Nice one!

[@calumaitchison]

wish i had a bigger space on my boat for a unit like that. so much simpliar to use than mine too. Glad you said English(uk) was the real stuff haha

[@ijc1958]

The clips you need are called Girder clips more than likely 20mm

[@gavinb9627]

The real reason for the constant battery monitoring, flat battery = warm beer

[@DangarMarine]

You've got me. ;)

[@rowey7777]

When the hole saw doesn't go all the way through, break away the top bit with a chisel then it will go further. Do it when you have gone down about 20mm so only the top will break away. Yes watching your battery monitor becomes an obsession.

[@perrywoodman7544]

The boat looks great! Contemplating a 38 foot in town I saw for free. Hopefully I have the space. Your videos make it very inviting if a person were to find the right boat.

[@DangarMarine]

It's definitely worth taking your time to find the right boat if you aren't in a rush. It can save you 6 months of work if you can avoid one that needs too many repairs.

[@perrywoodman7544]

@@DangarMarine Pulled home a 1978 glastron today. Trailer, clean boat(needs transom), with title. Almost free.

[@webbtrekker534]

@@perrywoodman7544 I can hear the cash register chimes going off now!!

[@otm646]

@@perrywoodman7544 post up a few videos!

[@perrywoodman7544]

@@otm646 Tore out the transom of the glastron today. One minute your poking at it with a screwdriver, next your weelding a saw cut'ner ass.

[@zorbalight3933]

Stu you are so correct and on the mark with some things eg real english vs murican. You also seem to know when being near enough is good enough. Keep it up.

[@DangarMarine]

Yes, you can burn a lot of time and energy trying to make something perfect.

[@TheMangrovejack1]

When you splice in wire, you should stagger the splices, this greatly reduced the risk or possibility of a short .

[@DangarMarine]

Yes, I do do that in high rise situations.

[@richardbohlingsr3490]

Looks to be a nice unit for the boat. The sonar will keep you out of the mud. Ain't no fun running aground.

[@mattparkin7353]

With your RF ground, read about "Ground looping" for radio transmitters, this will give you a good idea of what your protecting your receiver against, noise, etc

[@DangarMarine]

Yes, I did talk to John about that early in the design hence the single cable back to battery negative. Very important to get that right!

[@stephenwebb3069]

Love the Amp meter.

[@dude7838]

Absolutely dig your video series on the trawler! Cheers from Kentucky USA!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. :)

[@Dan_C604]

Another very good video. Excited to see the Raymarine unit working! Cheers mate!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. I'm really glad to have it up and running now.

[@bikemessenger7]

exciting to see the ship come to life! as for that add comment. I have had people say the same thing to me. once someone said something about my poor camera work and I went to look at their videos and someone was criticizing them about camera work, so their response was to criticize mine. Once I saw that I realized that its just one person getting hurt so they try to hurt the next guy so I now ignore that kind of thing.

[@senterpoint]

Not to many people steal engine gauges, but the Raymarine is sticking out like crazy!

[@tuvia4082]

Good stuff. Pick a product, use a product. If it needs upgrade, upgrade it. However, if you have a vacuum you should also have some string.

[@bryanchitty2054]

Your doing a great job stu really enjoy your vids and following your progress with interest for sure thanks

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate.

[@johnduncan9749]

Wait until you get that engine running! Then the gauge Obsession will be part of life. I have 18 of them and a 4 inch round spot mirror to watch the exhaust as it leaves the pipe because if its not running right you will see it. And to the person that did not like the gauge well you are a mechanics favorite kind of customer!!!

[@joekahno]

Think you're on the right track with the gauges. Cycling through screens of detailed info is great but you need a set of minimum critical instruments to let you know if a deeper look is needed, or to get you home if everything else has crashed.

[@DangarMarine]

Yeah, there is something very reliable about a set of analogue gauges.

[@vindivergilio3482]

Nice unit. Seems easy to operate. At least the cable 'route' was simple. No having to snake wires all over the boat. So, your a Firefighter too, ey? I was both a volunteer and career Firefighter-Paramedic for over 26 yrs. Miss it bad. Well, thanks for another great install video and we'll see you in the next. Stay safe, Brother.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Vin. :)

[@paulstinson7505]

On call.....your a good man Stu

[@MrFurriephillips]

Nearly snorted my drink at “Real English”, LOL

[@finscreenname]

I know!

[@lvlndco]

Some years back I worked with a team from India and in conversations they would sometimes get puzzled by my American English, but told them not to worry, because across the country we all butcher English in different ways. They got quite a laugh out of that.

[@Joenerfhearder]

I speak American. Real English is funny. LMAO

[@keithm8715]

That was such a classic "Danger Stu" type comment. One of the reasons I like his content so much.

[@jamespotter936]

Yes, we are separated by a common language...

[@lochinvarroome]

The touch screen is nice until you hit heavy seas. I've used this unit on an open rhib and found that even with wet hands I was able to control the system. Large waves at speed though requires using the buttons.

[@dustyfarmer]

Girder clips to secure those cables in the wheelhouse to that vertical rib.

[@para1324]

So much progress. Enjoyed again, you are multi talented.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate.

[@chrisnorman1183]

Secretly I do wish Stu would make an AMP read out ;)

[@DangarMarine]

Electronics project for the Christmas break.

[@001lostagain]

You should look at a Haltech LCD display for the dash, not to sure what you need but everything in a small screen. Good luck with the boat waiting for that first mission.

[@DangarMarine]

I love Haltech (from watching Mighty Car Mods,) but the Raymarine actually has a dash mode, I'll show more of that soon.

[@chrisb2239]

Another fun video Stu. Best of luck with the fires 🔥!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Chris.

[@z_actual]

Ive got an older Link 10 battery monitor for the house, pretty much the basis for newer ones over several brands. But what I use most are red and green digital voltage meters, red for the house battery on port and green for the engine on stbd. Its interesting to have different approaches to battery management and see what people do.

[@DangarMarine]

I can be handy to know voltage, but it can also be a very misleading figure, particularly after charging.

[@ronaldsmeaton1432]

Thanks for your service in the cfa nsw version good man

[@DangarMarine]

To be honest, it's been some of the best experience I've had over the last 20 years. It gives as much as it takes.

[@AquaMarine1000]

The difference between the Axiom and the Axiom Pro is more than the buttons on the side. The fuse rating for the standard Axiom is seven amp, the Pro version is fifteen amp (max), that tells you there is a lot more going on inside. Raymarine is a very good choice. Cheers. I love the Lighthouse 3 GUI.

[@davidd8435]

Thanks for the video, very informative and entertaining as well.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks David.

[@vhostovich]

Excellent choice with the Ray Marine it appears to have so many functions. What fantastic connectors besides .You seem to have quite a handle on the ships electronics. Just waiting fot the engine bay clean up and painting. : ) : ) : )

[@DangarMarine]

Engine bay is all painted and ready to go, need to do the cabin next.

[@vhostovich]

@@DangarMarine Sorry thought the area beneath the deck where you started installing the Raymarine cables was the engine bay.

[@edac1078]

Another clean install.

[@JuzzyQld]

When pulling through pipes, have the pipes straight and on a slope downwards in the direction of pull, makes it a lot easier.

[@lemmy9996]

I think Stu's problem is that he was both pushing and pulling and that is always going to make things more difficult than if there are two people doing the job.

[@OntheCreek]

"Real English" best part!

[@MusicMike939]

The purple trees are pretty.

[@63256325N]

Nice tool. Thanks for the video.

[@KjetilMland_Nor]

Just at the tail end of a few projects of my own, none boat related sadly.. but time to catch up on some Stu. Great to see the progress, and the battery monitor is something I've been thinking about myself. The stuff built into the panel is just a voltmeter. and the cable going from the house battery to the panel is a bit long for my taste. not bothered to calculate the Vdrop on it yet. So seeing how this unit worked made the decision for me, i need to get a real meter. Removing the Amp anxiety will be great.

[@DangarMarine]

I've been really happy with this meter, and it may have paid for itself already by highlighting a problem with my solar before the batteries were completely drained and damaged.

[@HVASEA]

Love my Axiom ...great unit !!

[@DangarMarine]

Glad to hear you are happy with yours too. I'm looking forward to doing a bit of cruising with this one and putting it through its paces.

[@georgelewis8904]

Like that ray marine navigating, but only looked at the amp dover with one eye open and not envoys at all,enjoyed the journey from the lounge,so have fun.

[@TRADERnel]

Who the hell would give you a thumbs down they should be thrown overboard and used as an anchor great video is always can't wait to see that motor in and running but I don't think that little winch is going to do it

[@DangarMarine]

No, going to get a crane truck to drop the motor in.

[@JCrook1028]

Guess what? The people that thumbs down do more GOOD for the channel that the VAST majority that do not vote at all. Down is the EXACT same good interaction score that up is. Please educate yourself.

[@laheu]

Given that it's so easy these days to find a variety of products, it's a bit funny people have a problem with it. Looking forward to seeing how that digitally connected display stuff works.

[@davemc1944]

Hi Stu, I seem to have fallen down a dark hole and ended up on your channel. I've finally caught up with the rest of you having binged on the trawler vids! Don't know much about boats but I know a lot more now, cheers!

[@DangarMarine]

Hey Dave, thanks for watching!

[@michaelnelson912]

"Let's not be too much of an idiot," 🤣 My new favourite quote! I'm gonna steal this one 👍🏻

[@webbtrekker534]

Well, I lost out on that one.......

[@sawsolutionsinc]

Consider a ram mount for the Raymarine if you don't like the ceiling mount.

[@rxcalvosa]

I was in a pub in Canada in '72 and the fire brigade came in and 'drafted' every able-bodied man in there.

[@hvacnyc6070]

Boats coming along nicely!

[@waketheoblivious]

There is a comment about the window mount/sun potentially causing a heat issue. Direct sun light on a digital device does tend to cause problems. Ray Marine may have engineered accordingly, but if not there are lots of inexpensive automotive solutions available that eliminate the problem.

[@DangarMarine]

The wheel house has an eave that overhangs quite a bit to stop direct sunlight, it isn't like a car window.

[@billbly1691]

Love watching your channel great job

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Bill!

[@antonyhowell6189]

Hi, i put my satnav in the window and the sun cooked it. Great videos. 🍻

[@DangarMarine]

Fortunately there is a bit of an overhanging eave on the wheelhouse so it won't get too much sun. Something to be careful of though!

[@antonyhowell6189]

@@DangarMarine thats great, please don't think i was nagging.

[@JuzzyQld]

Perlin clips is the product you are looking for for that beam Sold in 16,20,25mm sizes

[@marshalldavis4455]

You are doing a great job .

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Marshall.

[@RichardStefanits]

Number of engines: Zero :D Thanks for the laugh again. :D

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome. :)

[@edep3970]

I got laugh out of it too

[@ashleywalker8988]

Just a suggestion ...you could mount your tach,amp meter,oil pressure gauge,Speedo and other engine gauges down the center piece between the two center windows or one on each upright. That would conserve dash space and look exceptionally good at night.

[@willythompson802]

At last...an accurate clock!

[@DangarMarine]

LOL

[@markpendleton5817]

A little tip.... when drilling with a hole saw if you drill almost all the way through the wood just drill the rest of the way from the other direction. That way you don’t splinter the wood!

[@DangarMarine]

Tried that but not enough room to fit the drill underneath.

[@jeremykamel9655]

Great unit! Great usage of the bilge hose for the conduit. Regarding gauges. Before you make your final decision I would consider this. For any system gauges you integrate is there alarm set points. High temp set points, low pressure set points. What does it look like when the alarm goes off? Is it visual or audible or both? Does an alarm take over the screen or it it a tiny little icon in the corner? Not that my opinion matters. I’m just giving you something to think about before you make your decision. Gauges if placed appropriately are visible. Gauges are typically fail safe especially considering you usually fuse gauges with self resetting breakers. However Sonar/radar/GPS units are designed to be VERY reliable so.... I like your ideas and thought process. Keep up the good work.

[@DangarMarine]

I was looking at the RedArc gauges that Damien put on Brupeg and they have some great visible and audible alarms on them.

[@jeremykamel9655]

Dangar Marine they do look like very nice gauges. I’m just thinking that even traditional analog gauges are nice and visible. Audible alarms are good. I haven’t seen the readout and how big they are on the Raymarine. I’m just thinking out loud (in writing) that if it’s just some alternate screen that doesn’t pop up unless you change modes that you could miss something because it’s not visible full time. Raymarine could be a great option. If it pops up with a new window in front of your sonar or radar and says 🚨 your water temp is high, your gearbox temp is high, you have low oil pressure or you have high bilge water. If Raymarine does those things they it’s perfect. If not then a $20 analog gauge from the Autoparts store on you dash would be a good backup at least. If you run electric gauges then you might be able to run multiple gauges off of one sender. So you can have a set in the engine room so you can monitor changes from there is a pinch. I’m not criticizing you in the slightest. I hope you know that. Just providing something to research before you make up your mind. It’s your boat. Do it how you want to do it. If it’s wrong I’m sure 10,000 people on here will tell you LOL. Cheers Jeremy K.

[@grahammason5753]

I referred your site to a young couple on" odd life crafting"

[@DangarMarine]

Ah, I have seen a few of their vids.

[@grahammason5753]

@@DangarMarine done well for a young couple

[@danmadden1080]

Thanks for the video - from NZ.

[@DangarMarine]

You're welcome!

[@jaybats7865]

Looking good. Thanks

[@rogerdeves1511]

Nice job.....neat unit.

[@mallow173]

Like that ad for Raymarine!! LOL and i do like the auto variation, that's cool to have the chart plotter automatically calculate that for you...im guessing other brand do the same thing? Nice job! I gotta say there's nothing wrong with being fixated on your batteries, you don't have an engine yet so you're green living kinda depends on monitoring batteries (Balmar ad intended) ...haven't seen any no name brand chart plotter/side scan sonars...then again if there was a no name wouldn't that be advertising too?. I liked the last vid on SG200 so much i ordered one, and i won't even have the boat until may! As Gerard said, i appreciate showing the different brands, we have access to them as well and choices to make based on our needs.....and i dont have much experience with some of them and this really helps. Thanks again for sharing and the education!

[@leeh.4453]

Cool toy. Looks better even than a lead weight on a small rope, but you won't be able to smell the bottom when you haul it up.

[@DangarMarine]

I was thinking about that the other day, the wax plug they used to put into the base of a shot line to bring up a sample of the bottom.

[@TKevinBlanc]

1. Never apologize to the product placement scolds. It emboldens them. I know you didn't mean it when said "I'm sorry, but..." Still. It makes them feel more alive. 2. "Real English" - Five nations separated by a common language. ;)

[@petercasey4083]

You can buy Spring Clips from an Electrical Supplier. they come in different sizes.

[@fishernick2447]

Thanks for the vid Stu, I thought mounting location of the Raymarine was odd but each to their own. I find that I’m constantly selecting different screens/modes etc and therefore need it close, directly in front of me actually. Also now I’m wearing glasses as I age I need it close so I can see what’s going on....depth, bearing, speed, ttg etc. I will be interesting to see how you go with your chosen location. 🍻

[@vicmorrison8128]

Fantastic! ! You just cant stop a thinking man!!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate.

[@wayne1959]

good stuff Stew//good episode mate.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Wayne!

[@Mister006]

your 🐙tattoo is 🔥 Be safe with fighting those fires!

[@callumwearne7870]

kinda wish there was a way you could flush mount the unit into the dash, but I get why you would mount it where you did..This is actually starting to become an impressive vessel, the more I see your adding to it..