I have been using my Avmap EKP-IV for 4 years and really like it. I installed it on my panel using the supplied mounting plate with standard antenna, serial and power cables running thru a 3/4" diameter hole. It is driving my Trutrac autopilot and AFS 3500S EFIS.
Recently I received an offer to trade in the EKP-IV, along with $650 for a new EKP-V. I would love to do that but it sounds like I would have to purchase a $300 dock to get the autopilot interface. That makes no sense to me. Why can't I make my own mounting plate and hard wire it like the old unit? I also do not have room to cut a large hole in my panel to recess the dock.
Has anyone tried the instal process I am contemplating?
Recently I received an offer to trade in the EKP-IV, along with $650 for a new EKP-V. I would love to do that but it sounds like I would have to purchase a $300 dock to get the autopilot interface. That makes no sense to me. Why can't I make my own mounting plate and hard wire it like the old unit? I also do not have room to cut a large hole in my panel to recess the dock.
Has anyone tried the instal process I am contemplating?