Switch Panel Ideas, 241 & 261

[ChuckB]

I need a new switch panel, and know I am not going back with the down low recessed panel that is original. I would love to see some consoles to get some ideas. For now I am planning to flush mount Garmin on helm side and like idea of keeping starboard side c-pac available for storage.

Current plan is Garmin flush mounted, Fusion head unit and vhf in e-box, and 1 multi function motor gauge. I might need to go with blue seas option until I know exactly what I want, and how many switches I need. Does anyone recommend custom panel makers other than New Wire?

[mrdelgado]

Isn't there some Dentist on here that makes panels? name escapes me..

I like keeping it simple and clean. If my engine interfaced with my Garmin, I'd toss the multi gauge.

Same with a stereos, if I didn't already buy a radio, I'd pick up a bluetooth receiver and hide it in the console. I end up playing all music off my phone anyway.

[ChuckB]

Fusion was a gift, and is going in the e-box because it has bluetooth and I will be using my phone. I like the radio because it has plenty of power to push 4 small speakers, and I can get a smaller amp to push a couple larger speakers and a sub.

I had forgotten about the dentist made switch panels I have seen, I will have to inquire if the time and desire exits to make another [].

[powerplay1]

https://1drv.ms/u/s!AjtN3oFD7QKtjzjcMVWMUEi6aKgH

So I have no idea how to post images here... but check out the link above.

This is my helm that I cleaned up last year. I replaced the switch panel (on a budget) with a Blue Seas panel. Its not perfect, but I really like the way everything freshened up.

[powerplay1]

https://1drv.ms/u/s!AjtN3oFD7QKtjzjcMVWMUEi6aKgH

So I have no idea how to post images here... but check out the link above.

This is my helm that I cleaned up last year. I replaced the switch panel (on a budget) with a Blue Seas panel. Its not perfect, but I really like the way everything freshened up.

[BallBuster]

quote:

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Originally posted by ChuckB


I need a new switch panel, and know I am not going back with the down low recessed panel that is original...

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What didn't you like about the original arrangement? You could assemble your own new panel using weatherproof breakers.

[BallBuster]

quote:

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Originally posted by ChuckB


I need a new switch panel, and know I am not going back with the down low recessed panel that is original...

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What didn't you like about the original arrangement? You could assemble your own new panel using weatherproof breakers.

[ChuckB]

Powerplay that is very nice.

Ballbuster I guess it is just not what I'm used to. I really like switches right in front of me. This is the panel I had made for my 224.

[ChuckB]

Powerplay that is very nice.

Ballbuster I guess it is just not what I'm used to. I really like switches right in front of me. This is the panel I had made for my 224.

[RingLeader]

Ill try to post pics later. But I know a guy...

[RingLeader]

Ill try to post pics later. But I know a guy...

[flounder]

Chuck,

Here is a one that I saw on the web years ago. It may have been from this site and I hope I'm not treading on anyone's toes. Rather, I hope it is taken as a compliment.

[flounder]

Chuck,

Here is a one that I saw on the web years ago. It may have been from this site and I hope I'm not treading on anyone's toes. Rather, I hope it is taken as a compliment.

[ddd222]

so your plan is to cover the port side C-pak with starboard or some sort of panel to flush mount everything and leave starboard original with slide out lexan door? I took out both sides and put one big piece of starboard on my 241, but I kinda like your idea too for storage, wallets, keys etc. I used a panel of weatherproof breaker switches to add more accessories under the 10" Garmin that was on that boat, wish it was easier to attach images here

[ddd222]

so your plan is to cover the port side C-pak with starboard or some sort of panel to flush mount everything and leave starboard original with slide out lexan door? I took out both sides and put one big piece of starboard on my 241, but I kinda like your idea too for storage, wallets, keys etc. I used a panel of weatherproof breaker switches to add more accessories under the 10" Garmin that was on that boat, wish it was easier to attach images here