2023 23 SE Black acrylic dash panel

[Bodick93]

It's Sunday, so I haven't tried the dealer, but does anyone know who supplies Parkers dash inserts? I would like one with provisions for switches, but no electronics. Parker chose to put accessories in places that limit additional screen installations.

I will try the dealer tomorrow and report back if no leads. Thanks all.

 

[Bullydad]

Yes I’m dealing with same situation,let me know what dealer says

 

[Bodick93]

I understand I can't be choosy, but if I could have moved the electronics to the port another 1.5 inches and put the radio in the T-top box, I could have JUUUUST gotten a EVO3s 9 in there to the right of the 12. And yeah, I know it's not aligned with the Parker logo, but I am wiping that off...can't stand them not aligning.

 

[warthog5]

https://newwiremarine.com/custom-switch-panel-buyers-guide/

 

[Bodick93]

https://newwiremarine.com/custom-switch-panel-buyers-guide/

Thank you. Are you saying they are the OEM supplier? The panels have studs on the back, and in a fantasy world, there is a stack of these things or CNC template with the studs precisely positioned. I can't imagine any measuring I do being precise enough to correctly locate 6 or 8 studs into pre-existing holes.

 

[warthog5]

No... Not OEM... They are aftermarket / Custom supplier. Good Luck getting Parker to Revel who their supplier is.

 

[pelagic2530]

New Wire Marine does pretty impressive work. You could contact them and describe your project, they’ll probably have a good idea as to how to proceed. Really great customer service as well.

 

[captmatt]

Just get a new panel custom fabricated. It will cost about the same as buying one from Parker and it will be made exactly to your specifications.

You can have everything mounted exactly where you want it. Add a Parker decal if you want or they can engrave it into the panel.

I had one made by Boat Outfitters in 2019 and it turned out great.

 

[Bodick93]

I have a request in with my local Parker dealer. I'm okay with that. That's what they are there for. I will update when I hear from them.

Matt, I realize 2019 is a COVID outbreak and inflation spike in the past, but what are we talking, $500? $1500?
I looked at your dash again from your message when I was boat shopping. Their is a lot more room without a stereo, VHF and switches on that panel.

Thanks all.

 

[captmatt]

My panel was relatively simple with two cutouts for Simrad NSS12 plotters and a USB outlet, plus blind fasteners. I think it was about $260.

As you say, that was then and this is now. But it is worth getting an estimate and comparing prices.

 

[Bodick93]

Thank you. That is VERY reasonable.

 

[captmatt]

I looked it up and my dash panel was actually just under $400. Still happy with it!

 

[Bodick93]

I looked it up and my dash panel was actually just under $400. Still happy with it!

Thanks man. You can't tell it, but the back of the panel is machined thinner at the switches, plus they will have to cut all those holes for the switches and CBs. I will post up when I hear from the dealer and NWM. I plan on just stripping it and sending the panel in once the finances recover a little!

 

[Bodick93]

$1050ish from New Wire. Basically reproduce what is there, rearrange/cut holes for components including an Evo3s 9." A backlit Parker logo was 70ish bucks.
Not too bad considering you get to approve the layout (digitally) before a single cut is made. The idea is growing on me rapidly.

 

[pelagic2530]

$1050ish from New Wire. Basically reproduce what is there, rearrange/cut holes for components including an Evo3s 9." A backlit Parker logo was 70ish bucks.
Not too bad considering you get to approve the layout (digitally) before a single cut is made. The idea is growing on me rapidly.

Does that include the new switches and wiring?

You won’t be disappointed with them, they do excellent work.

 

[Bodick93]

No. Just reproduce holes for all my switches and instruments. The boat is a new leftover 2023, so nothing is really aged. IF they make it drop-in, it will be sweet.

 

[offduty5]

Bodick23

I have had my New Wire switch panel on my 1994 1800 for the last 3 seasons. It’s awesome you can’t go wrong with them. They will customize for you. Even my mechanic was impressed with quality of workmanship. Good luck.