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old engine control update

Discussion in 'Technical Discussion' started by Capt Ralph, Feb 4, 2017.

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  1. Capt Ralph, Feb 4, 2017
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    Capt Ralph

    Capt Ralph Senior Member

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    On an old Hatteras, the engine and clutch controls are Hynautic operating twin, 12V71TAs throttles and ZF clutches. Wheelhouse and fly bridge stations.

    Owner had previous boats with TD & SmartCrap controls. Quick sink, one lever operation, zero effort, looked a heck of a lot better.

    Is there a favorite update package out there?
    Hopefully not a bank buster.
  2. Pascal, Feb 4, 2017
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    Pascal

    Pascal Senior Member

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    I d with Morse electronic KE4 (or KE5... forgot). Reliable, not too expensive. I replaced a control head couple of weeks ago, failed after 14 years, it was about $500. Actuator boxes are about $800 per engine plus a $1300 ECU So figure $4000/4500 for a two station / two engine set up

    No delay unlike other electronic controls and if needed you can easily add a station on the aft deck or cockpit for backing up
  3. Capt J, Feb 4, 2017
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    Capt J

    Capt J Senior Member

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    I don't really have much experience with the Morse. I do like adding ZF for swapping.