Digital Compass Upgrade, Grating Hole Uses

Don Dexter offers creative solutions for repurposing the grating holes left vacant after upgrading from dual compass mounts to a digital compass. On the port side, he describes mounting a dry bag beneath the port grating hole with an inspection port on top, useful for storing small items like phones and snacks that need to stay dry. On the starboard side, he documents using a white plastic square as a navigation station where crews can write compass headings with a grease pencil, with a grease pencil holder attached via whipping line for convenience.

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• Boat Setup
• Technical Tips
• DIY
• Grating Holes
• Equipment