I am going to be installing a Garmin 541s in our "Q". I want to be able to mount it in the location of the fish finder that is there now.
I have purchased the flush mount kit along with the Garmin unit and await their arrival for the install.
My questions are geared to all that have the factory install 431 unit. Is there an external antenna mounted in your boat? I assume the answer is no due to the fact it has a built in antenna. Since it is semi recessed it may not have a clear view to the sky. I am wondering if you have reception issues due to this and/or does the bimini top affect the signal.
I am not sure if I need the external antenna when mounting it like the factory does.
thanks
Justin
I have purchased the flush mount kit along with the Garmin unit and await their arrival for the install.
My questions are geared to all that have the factory install 431 unit. Is there an external antenna mounted in your boat? I assume the answer is no due to the fact it has a built in antenna. Since it is semi recessed it may not have a clear view to the sky. I am wondering if you have reception issues due to this and/or does the bimini top affect the signal.
I am not sure if I need the external antenna when mounting it like the factory does.
thanks
Justin
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