Author Topic: removing chart plotter to access binnacle Bav 32 2002  (Read 1323 times)

filban

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I need to remove my chart plotter from the binnacle as I am fitting a cockpit table to the front of the binnacle and need access to fit the bolts which fix the table support brackets


the table is a KJHowells folding leaf

I have never done this before and ask if anyone has any tips for this operation


attached is a photo of the rear business side of the binnacle


thanks

tiger79

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Re: removing chart plotter to access binnacle Bav 32 2002
« Reply #1 on: May 13 2022, 16:26 »
Take the front bezel off the chartplotter.  You'll then be able to access the screws holding it on the binnacle.

Fenders

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Re: removing chart plotter to access binnacle Bav 32 2002
« Reply #2 on: May 13 2022, 17:15 »
We fitted the same table to our B32. We accessed the binnacle through the large circular hatch under the throttle.
A few cables, etc to navigate but enabled us to reach the back(front?) of the binnacle where the table bolts will be located.

filban

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Re: removing chart plotter to access binnacle Bav 32 2002
« Reply #3 on: May 13 2022, 18:31 »
Thanks for your replies

I have tried to access the necessary area through the circular access hatch but it seemed very congested ( or maybe I have big hands!)

I will remove the plotter carefully after removing the bezel