Connect Yamaha to Garmin GPS - NMEA 2000

[Phinz13]

Now that Ive got a 2016 motor, Im interested in getting all the engine data on my Garmin 741xs. Has anyone attempted this project?

I've seen a few demos on you tube, just wondering how difficult it is to run the cable from the motor to the console in a Pathfinder.

[Headhunter]

Piece of cake. You need a nema starter kit and a cable from the motor to the network. Google BOE Marine. They have all the stuff at the right price and good customer service on top of that. They sell Lowarance but their cable fits Yamaha and it was way cheaper than Garmin.  I did two boats and the hardest part is pulling the cable to the console.

You will love it when you get done.

[FunFlatsFishing]

There are two bolts where the conduit connects to the engine cowling. Loosen those while feeding the NMEA cable. Will make life a whole lot easier. 

[Phinz13]

Thanks guys, just ordered the cable. already have a NMEA network between gps & radio so Im hoping that i can add to that.

Looks like a project for a windy day