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You’ll never have to worry about your GPS cutting out mid-trip or your fishfinder going dark when the fish are biting. Our marine electronics installations are built to handle everything Long Island waters can throw at them.
Your boat becomes the reliable platform you bought it to be. Navigation systems that actually navigate. Audio systems that deliver crystal-clear sound over engine noise and wind. Fishfinders that show you what’s below when it matters most.
No more wondering if your electronics will work when you’re miles from shore. No more dealing with corroded connections or water-damaged components that fail at the worst possible moment.
Legacy Motors and Marine has been serving Gordon Heights and the greater Long Island boating community with premium marine electronics installation and service. We understand that your vessel represents a significant investment, and every component we install reflects that understanding.
Our team holds NMEA certifications and factory authorizations from major marine electronics manufacturers. We’re not just installers—we’re boaters who understand what it takes to make electronics survive and thrive in the marine environment.
Located in the heart of Long Island’s boating community, we’ve seen what works and what fails. That knowledge guides every installation we complete.
We start with a consultation to understand exactly what you need from your marine electronics. Whether you’re upgrading your entire system or adding specific components, we assess your vessel and your usage patterns to recommend the right solution.
Next comes the installation planning. We map out wiring routes, mounting locations, and integration points to ensure everything works together seamlessly. Our installations follow marine electrical standards and use only marine-grade components designed for the saltwater environment.
The installation itself is where our experience shows. Proper wire gauge selection, corrosion-resistant connections, appropriate fusing, and weatherproof mounting. We test every system thoroughly before considering the job complete. You’ll receive a walkthrough of your new electronics so you know exactly how to use everything we’ve installed.
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Our marine electronics services cover everything from basic stereo upgrades to complete navigation system overhauls. We install boat audio systems with proper marine speakers, amplifiers, and head units designed to deliver clear sound in open-water conditions.
GPS and chartplotter installations include proper antenna placement, screen positioning for optimal visibility, and integration with existing vessel systems. Our fishfinder and sonar installations ensure you get accurate readings with transducers mounted for maximum performance.
For Gordon Heights boaters, we understand the specific challenges of Long Island Sound conditions. Salt spray, temperature extremes, and constant vibration demand components and installation techniques that many installers simply don’t understand. We use this local knowledge to ensure your electronics perform reliably season after season.
Marine electronics are specifically engineered to survive conditions that would destroy regular electronics within weeks. They feature corrosion-resistant materials, sealed connections, and waterproof housings designed for constant exposure to salt spray and humidity.
The electrical systems are different too. Marine electronics use proper grounding techniques to prevent galvanic corrosion, include appropriate circuit protection, and use wire gauges sized for the marine environment. Regular car or home electronics simply aren’t built for these conditions.
When we install marine electronics, we’re not just swapping out components. We’re creating a system that will function reliably in an environment that’s constantly trying to destroy it.
Installation time depends on the complexity of your project. A simple stereo upgrade might take half a day, while a complete electronics overhaul with GPS, fishfinder, audio system, and custom wiring could take several days.
We don’t rush installations because shortcuts in marine electronics lead to failures. Proper wire routing, secure mounting, and thorough testing take time, but they’re essential for reliable operation. We’ll give you a realistic timeline during our consultation.
For larger projects, we can often work around your schedule, completing installations in phases so you’re not without your boat for extended periods. Our goal is to minimize disruption while ensuring every installation meets our standards.
Yes, we offer mobile installation services throughout Gordon Heights and the surrounding Long Island area. For many installations, it’s more convenient to bring our expertise to your boat rather than having you transport your vessel to our facility.
Our mobile service includes the same professional installation standards as our shop work. We bring the necessary tools, testing equipment, and components to complete your installation at your marina or dock.
Mobile service is particularly valuable for larger vessels that are difficult to transport, or when you want to minimize the time your boat is out of service. We’ll assess your specific situation and recommend whether mobile or shop installation makes more sense for your project.
We’re factory-authorized for warranty work with major marine electronics manufacturers including Garmin, Simrad, and Raymarine. We also work with other quality brands like Fusion, JL Audio, Rockford Fosgate, and many others.
Our brand selection focuses on manufacturers that engineer their products specifically for marine use. We avoid brands that simply take automotive or consumer electronics and call them “marine” without proper environmental protection.
During our consultation, we’ll recommend specific brands and models based on your vessel, usage patterns, and budget. We only suggest products we’d install on our own boats, and we back everything we install with proper warranty support.
Integration is often the most critical part of a marine electronics installation. Modern boats have complex electrical and data networks, and new components need to communicate properly with existing systems.
We specialize in NMEA network integration, allowing your GPS, fishfinder, autopilot, and other electronics to share data seamlessly. This means your chartplotter can display sonar information, your autopilot can follow GPS routes, and your VHF radio can interface with your navigation system.
Integration also extends to power management and switching systems. We ensure new electronics work properly with your existing electrical panel and don’t overload circuits. Proper integration makes your entire electronics package more valuable and easier to use.
We provide comprehensive warranty coverage on both the products we install and our installation workmanship. Equipment warranties vary by manufacturer, but we handle all warranty claims and service for the brands we’re authorized to support.
Our installation warranty covers the quality of our work—wiring, mounting, connections, and system integration. If there’s ever an issue with how we installed something, we’ll make it right at no charge to you.
We also provide ongoing support after installation. If you have questions about operating your new electronics or need adjustments to settings, we’re available to help. Our relationship with you doesn’t end when the installation is complete—we want to ensure you get maximum value from your investment.
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