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Post by bobmac10 on Jan 30, 2016 8:26:24 GMT
My SO 37 does not have an auto pilot. I recently asked a Raymarine dealer to quote on installing a new system. He basically told me there was not enough room to fit a linear drive unit on to the steering quadrant. He then quoted to fit a smaller electric steering wheel drive unit but with the proviso that it probably would be a bit small for the boat and probably wouldn't cope with the steering load in a strong wind! So I am wondering if anyone with a SO 37 has an autopilot unit fitted and if so is it driving on the steering quadrant or is it a steering wheel unit and what make/model and is it any good?
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Post by vasko on Jan 30, 2016 9:38:07 GMT
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Post by alex1949 on Jan 30, 2016 11:09:15 GMT
My SO 37 does not have an auto pilot. I recently asked a Raymarine dealer to quote on installing a new system. He basically told me there was not enough room to fit a linear drive unit on to the steering quadrant. He then quoted to fit a smaller electric steering wheel drive unit but with the proviso that it probably would be a bit small for the boat and probably wouldn't cope with the steering load in a strong wind! So I am wondering if anyone with a SO 37 has an autopilot unit fitted and if so is it driving on the steering quadrant or is it a steering wheel unit and what make/model and is it any good? Hi, 37 is already a decent boat, not a small one. There is a huge deference between the heavy duty quadrant connection autopilot and the tiny somehow weak wheel pilot. I have the quadrant inboard pilot onboard my 40DS and it amazingly strong stable and works perfect with the Raymarine controller. I would make all efforts to fit an onboard pilot although more expensive.
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Post by alex1949 on Jan 30, 2016 11:12:24 GMT
On my prevuos boat Sun Sine 38 I had the wheel pilot so I can compare and suggest with no hesitation to opt for the inboard pilot.
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Post by hoppy on Jan 30, 2016 11:18:34 GMT
The advice from RM that there was a surprise to me. I did a little googling and found this comment on a RM forum Wheel drive or linear is not that much about tonnage as on rudder force, particularly when sailing. Have a linear on my Jeanneau SO37 which is well withing the limit in tonnage for a wheel drive, but would not dear putting one on unless only in sheltered waters and 'moderate' wind forces. With a G1 (S1) computer, no problems in winds up to 50 knots in Atlantic and Pacific. Have seen wheel drives more or less disintegrate in smaller boats when things gets a bit rough and you really may need it. If your rudder quadrant is prepared for a linear drive and a bulk head to install on, go with that!So it is possible...
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Post by MalcolmP on Jan 30, 2016 11:49:04 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Jan 30, 2016 15:28:32 GMT
I have the SO37 with a lineair drive installed. So it is possible. Don't go for a wheeldrive. Contact a Jeanneau dealer because they know how to install. Ours is installed in the starboard cabin against the ceiling, nicely covered as it appears factory installed.
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Post by On y va on Jan 30, 2016 16:41:00 GMT
This was fitted on my SO40 (40 ST 16 Newave 12 V RI) by Jeanneau. The SO37 would need the same unit. I prefer hydraulic to a lineair electric drive, but this is a personal choice. Mainly use it for motoring or day sailing though, as on longer sailing trips I use the Hydrovane. It runs off a Raymarine S1G core pack (before that on a Type 100 Course Computer). Has been working fine since 1999. Only changed the electromotor brushes once in all these years. Little side step in regards to people owning a S1 (without gyro) or an S1G with a broken gyro chip. To upgrade a S1 (or fix your S1G) is very easy and relatively cheap. My gyro chip went nuts at some stage, so I disconnected it. Until I found a dedicated gyro by Seymo Nautica. It is especially made for S1 core packs. Have it running for over a year now and it behaves perfectly. Once connected, you follow the same calibration sequence as for the S1G. Just thought I mention it.
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gui
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Jeanneau Model: SO37
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Post by gui on Jan 30, 2016 22:36:30 GMT
I have the SO37 with a linear drive installed (Raymarine ST6002). Never have a problem.
If you need I can take some photos from inside
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Post by sitara on Jan 31, 2016 0:38:59 GMT
There may even be some pre-drilled or partially drilled holes for mounting a Raymarine linear drive. There were on my SO36i. It would pay to hunt around in the rear lazerette and possibly under/behind the gas bottle holders.
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Post by dralyagmas on Feb 1, 2016 3:36:31 GMT
I have the linear drive autopilot on my SF37 (raymarine ST6002)
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Post by alex1949 on Feb 1, 2016 9:53:01 GMT
My SO 37 does not have an auto pilot. I recently asked a Raymarine dealer to quote on installing a new system. He basically told me there was not enough room to fit a linear drive unit on to the steering quadrant. He then quoted to fit a smaller electric steering wheel drive unit but with the proviso that it probably would be a bit small for the boat and probably wouldn't cope with the steering load in a strong wind! So I am wondering if anyone with a SO 37 has an autopilot unit fitted and if so is it driving on the steering quadrant or is it a steering wheel unit and what make/model and is it any good? You see....... Do not give-up, opt for the under deck wheel.
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Post by johannes on Aug 12, 2019 13:06:26 GMT
I am planning to install a Raymarine autopilot for next season. Does anyone with a SO37 have pictures of the installation? That would be helpful.
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Jeanneau Model: Jeanneau SO 36.2
Yacht Name: s/y Skinny Minny
Home Port: Vaasa
Country: Finland
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Post by Jari P on Sept 3, 2019 5:42:18 GMT
Hi I'm planning to install/buy Raymarine EV-200 autopilot with Type 1 Mechanical Linear (12V) drive unit to our SO 36.2 (1996)
Any idea how to install drive unit? Do you have experience installing drive unit to SO 36.2?
Br Jari
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Post by ianqv on Sept 3, 2019 11:34:55 GMT
Ditto for our S/O 37 as well....
We have a lineair drive installed. So it is possible. Don't go for a wheeldrive. Ours is installed in the starboard cabin against the ceiling, nicely covered as it appears factory installed.
Regards
Ian
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Post by johannes on Sept 3, 2019 12:33:19 GMT
Ian, I can see how the linear drive should be installed. But where is the angular sensor mounted in your SO 37?
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Post by panoramix on Sept 10, 2019 17:20:08 GMT
The angular sensor sits in the aft locker above the quadrant.
My linear drive was factory installed and is mounted with 4 bolts thru the rear cabin wall (starboard). The bolts are visible next to the shore power breaker in the aft locker. The linear drive is connected to the quadrant thru a hole in the rear upper corner of the starboard cabin. You will have to cut the hole yourself. The whole lot sits against the ceiling and is nicely covered with panels and lining. In the middle of the quadrant is a special mounting hole for the linear drive to bolt on. Set your rudder and drive in the middle position when measuring the 4 mounting bolts.
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Post by johannes on Sept 12, 2019 18:29:45 GMT
Thanks, that's very helpful. I have an Eberspächer mounted in the aft locker, so I probably have to remove that to bolt the linear drive on the other side of the wall, but it should be doable.
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Post by panoramix on Sept 13, 2019 9:25:16 GMT
Here is a picture of how it looks like in the aft cabin. The picture is from another boat, but is similar to a SO37. The L shaped cover is attached to the wooden planks. The electric goes thru the small hole in the middle of the 4 bolts. www.panoramixopzee.nl/pictures/FullSizeRender.jpeg
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Post by johannes on Sept 13, 2019 10:59:17 GMT
Great, thanks.
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