In this video I go over how I made these DIY custom panels using CAD software. I also cover the wiring and go over how to wire the console in a modular fashion for ease of maintenance.

The consoles are done in a retro mod fashion. I do have the original panels but wanted the convenience of a modern console and electrical system. So this was a bit of an adventure using libreCad to design the panels I needed and a service "Send Cut Send" That does custom CNC, water and laser cutting as well as coatings. In this case, I opted for the crinkled anodizing on aluminum panels and am beyond pleased with them!

I'll include links to the cad drawings I used but will provide fair warning. The hole for the control to relay switch was too small, so I had to use a burr to open it up some. Also the components are too far apart, so you should modify the drawings or be prepared to open up the console to fit better.

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Schematics and Drawings:
Panel Schematic: https://tinyurl.com/4p332zx5
Switch-Relay Panel : https://tinyurl.com/46va7xhk
Horn switch: https://tinyurl.com/3sdk9vu6
Regular Switch: https://tinyurl.com/4znbmd6x
Bow/Anchor Light: https://tinyurl.com/6mh7dsxt

Panel Cad Files: https://tinyurl.com/3mppjb4b

LibreCad: https://librecad.org/
SendCutSend: https://sendcutsend.com/

00:00 Introduction
01:14 New Panel Design and Components
05:18 Building Out the Panels
06:44 Wiring Diagrams and Schematics
09:02 Finishing Up the Panels
12:18 Main Power Control
13:03 Main Power and Overall Schematic
16:24 Testing the Power and Panels
17:54 Installed in Console


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