Putting together the backbone for your autopilot takes patience, especially when you are crawling through tight lazarettes. You need to join the power supply to the network t-pieces while keeping everything clear of the steering cables. A clean setup means the pilot stays responsive during heavy seas rather than dropping off the network unexpectedly.
- Mount the powered tee away from bilge water.
- Cap off any open ends to keep moisture out of the contacts.
- Tighten the locking collars by hand to avoid cracking the plastic.