New mod.

[jetfisher]

Not sure that I've seen any one do this one yet. After adding the terrova to the bow I noticed the port side light was only visible from straight on to just a bit off to the side. So I purchased a plug and extension to solve that and keep safety in check. I used the same socket as is used for the stern light.

 

[Earfixr]

That's a good idea. The trolling motor does block the port side view. Anyone know why Yamaha went to the anchor locker location and quit using the dedicated separate bow light locations on each side? Perko makes some nice LED's for each side. Think that's what I'll go back with.

The t-top stern light makes sense too. I hate that giant pole getting in the way when fishing at night. Which stern set up did you use?

 

[jetfisher]

@Earfixr , I heard it was coast guard mandated to change the light. Something about the lights weren't visible at 2nm. I haven't chose a stern light yet, still can't find what I like. I want It to hopefully fold down flat.

 

[Earfixr]

Weird, I thought 2nm was a USCG min? The Perko shark eye LED's are 2nm rated. I'll post a pic when they're installed. Might install a cup holder in the anchor hatch to fill the hole left by stock light.

 

[Earfixr]

Although this is starting to look like a better option? Might need to up the wire gauge to handle the bigger light?

http://www.cabelas.com/product/golight-reg-gobee-stanchion-mount-light/701634.uts?destination=/category/Spotlights-Docking-Lights/104599980.uts

 

[jetfisher]

That a heck of a light. The factory Light was just a small hole about 1/2 inch and two maybe 1/8 holes left behind. I talked to a guy tonight that told me the original lights the had on the bow corners actually pointed more up than horizontal which is why Yamaha had to make the change.. a spelling error on my other reply...should say were not not were.

 

[highanddryinco]

I talked to a guy tonight that told me the original lights the had on the bow corners actually pointed more up than horizontal which is why Yamaha had to make the change

I totally believe this is the whole issue.
My dealer noted the recall when I bought the boat (out of state) and said they'd "get back to me" when they got the stuff in to make the fix.
Hey dealer, "Helloooo, are you there? I've never heard boo from you since I bought the boat."
Frankly, I like lights where they are especially with the trolling motor situation similar to what others are dealing with. I'm thinking this winter I may get to the machine shop and fab some backing plates to "verticalize" the existing lights.

 

[Brian Filas]

Jetfisher - I am just about to make the same mod as you cant see it over my ST Riptide. I can only find a black two wire mount. Where did you find the white with chrome?

 

[jetfisher]

It's an actual Yamaha part.The same as the stern light . I found it on amazon.

 

[Brian Filas]

@jetfisher - Sorry, but I have searched the internets and Amazons and cannot find that chrome post nav port. Do you happen to have the model number?

 

[Brian Filas]

@jetfisher - Apparently, all I had to do was post the question and then 5 seconds later I would find it. Part = ATTWOOD 910261 on Amazon

 

[jetfisher]

@Brian Filas always happens that way. Glad you found it.

heres the yamaha #F1CU81471000

 

[Bill Smith]

What bow light did you use ?

It's an actual Yamaha part.The same as the stern light . I found it on amazon.

 

[jetfisher]

perko 1612DP2BLK for the light.