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You didn’t invest in a quality boat to deal with electronics that fail when you’re miles offshore. Our NMEA certified technicians understand that every wire, connection, and component matters when you’re depending on your systems for safety and navigation.
When we complete your marine electronics installation, you get systems that integrate seamlessly with your existing setup. No more intermittent radar signals or GPS units that lose connection when you need them most. Your fishfinder actually finds fish, your stereo delivers clean sound without interference, and your navigation systems work together like they should.
The difference is in the details most installers skip. Proper wire gauge for marine environments. Connections that won’t corrode in salt air. Fusing that protects your investment. Integration that makes sense for how you actually use your boat.
Legacy Motors and Marine has built a reputation in South Manor and throughout Long Island by treating every vessel like our own. We understand that boat owners in this area aren’t looking for the cheapest option – they want work done right the first time by people who understand marine environments.
Our technicians hold NMEA certifications and factory authorizations from every major marine electronics manufacturer. We’ve seen too many expensive installations fail because someone cut corners on wiring or didn’t understand galvanic corrosion. That’s not how we work.
South Manor boat owners know they can count on us for honest assessments, clear timelines, and installations that last. Whether you’re upgrading a weekend cruiser or outfitting a serious fishing machine, we have the experience and equipment to handle your project professionally.
We start with an on-site assessment of your vessel and current systems. This isn’t a quick look-over – we examine your electrical panel, existing wiring, available space, and how you actually use your boat. You get a detailed quote that covers everything, not hand-scribbled estimates that change later.
Installation happens on your schedule with clear communication throughout. We protect your boat’s interior, run new wiring to marine standards, and integrate everything properly with your existing systems. Every connection gets proper marine-grade treatment, every wire gets the right gauge for its application, and every component gets mounted securely.
Before we consider the job complete, we test everything together as a system. Your GPS talks to your autopilot correctly. Your fishfinder integrates with your chartplotter. Your stereo doesn’t interfere with your VHF radio. We walk you through the operation of your new systems and make sure you’re comfortable with everything before we leave.
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Our marine electronics installation covers everything from basic fishfinder setups to complete integrated navigation and entertainment systems. We handle boat stereo installations with proper marine-grade speakers that won’t fail in the salt air. Custom marine audio integration that delivers clean sound without interfering with your communication equipment.
Navigation and GPS systems get installed with redundancy in mind – because your safety depends on reliable positioning when visibility drops or weather changes. We integrate autopilot systems that actually hold course in South Manor’s varying conditions, from calm bay waters to rougher offshore runs.
South Manor’s boating community appreciates attention to detail, and that shows in our custom wiring and electrical work. Every installation meets ABYC standards for marine electrical systems. We use tinned copper wire, proper marine terminals, and weatherproof connections throughout. Your electrical panel gets organized properly with appropriate circuit protection for each system.
Installation time depends on the complexity of your system and your boat’s existing setup. A basic fishfinder and GPS installation usually takes a full day, while complete integrated navigation and audio systems can require 3-5 days of work.
We schedule projects realistically because rushing marine electronics installation leads to problems later. South Manor boat owners have learned that taking time to do the job right prevents expensive callbacks and system failures when you’re on the water.
Before starting any work, we provide a clear timeline based on your specific installation. We stick to our schedule and keep you updated if anything changes during the project.
We’re factory authorized for all major marine electronics brands including Garmin, Raymarine, Simrad, Lowrance, Furuno, and others. This means we can provide warranty service and have direct access to technical support when needed.
Our NMEA certified technicians stay current with the latest technology from each manufacturer. Whether you prefer Garmin’s user interface, Raymarine’s integration capabilities, or Simrad’s commercial-grade reliability, we have the expertise to install and configure your chosen system properly.
We also work with specialty marine audio brands like Fusion and JL Audio that are designed specifically for the marine environment. The key is matching the right equipment to your boat and how you use it.
Integration is one of our specialties, and it’s often more complex than boat owners realize. Modern marine electronics need to communicate with each other through NMEA 2000 networks, and older systems may require interface modules or rewiring to work properly together.
We start by evaluating your existing equipment and determining what can be integrated versus what should be replaced. Sometimes a ten-year-old chartplotter can work with new radar, sometimes it can’t. We give you honest assessments about what makes sense for your setup and budget.
Our goal is creating a system where everything works together seamlessly. Your GPS feeds position data to your fishfinder, your autopilot follows routes from your chartplotter, and your AIS transponder shares information across all compatible displays.
Yes, we provide mobile installation service throughout South Manor and the surrounding Long Island area. Many of our customers prefer having work done at their marina or private dock rather than moving their boat to a shop.
Our mobile service includes the same quality installation and testing you’d get at a fixed facility. We bring all necessary tools, testing equipment, and materials to your location. This is especially convenient for larger installations that might take several days to complete.
We’re familiar with the marinas and boat yards in the South Manor area and can coordinate with facility management when needed. Some installations require shore power or other utilities that we arrange in advance.
We provide a comprehensive warranty on all installation work separate from the manufacturer’s warranty on the equipment itself. This covers our wiring, mounting, and integration work for two years from completion.
If you experience any issues with how we installed or configured your systems, we return to diagnose and correct the problem at no charge. This includes connection issues, mounting problems, or integration conflicts that develop after installation.
Manufacturer warranties on the electronics themselves vary by brand and product, but we handle all warranty claims and service as an authorized dealer. You don’t have to ship equipment back or deal with manufacturer customer service directly.
Protecting your boat’s interior is as important as the installation itself, especially for the quality vessels we typically work on in South Manor. We use protective coverings on all surfaces, remove shoes when working below deck, and take care with tools and materials.
Wire runs are planned to minimize visible holes and disruption to your boat’s aesthetics. When we do need to drill through bulkheads or panels, we use proper marine techniques to seal penetrations and prevent water intrusion. All cut edges get sealed and finished properly.
We clean up completely each day and leave your boat in better condition than we found it. Our goal is an installation that looks like it came from the factory, not something that was added later by a marine electronics shop.
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