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Old 02-03-2023, 10:57 AM
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Although having one switch is easier to wire ...we all know the trim pumps never move at the same rates up/down.....so even after you use the switch to move them up/down you will end up going to the dash to fine tune later....if you can fit two switches i'd go that route
Or if you can find someone selling the Livorsi dual switch mount then it would save you some time as well.....im not sure if they still make it or not so it may be worth calling them and asking.


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I took that pic from an old OSO thread of someone selling that assembly
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Yep! Saw the same thread come up during a search for solutions. Would be a pretty cool find.

And agree on the need to fine tune - mine do not move at the same speed. Cleaning of connections and a flush and fill will great really help that.
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Originally Posted by Markus
You want a single button connected through diodes to individual buttons for each drive.

That way, the single button moves both drives, while you keep the ability of the individual buttons to control the drives separately.

TrimSync is a highly recommended product for keeping drives trimmed at the same height.

Marine Industries West sells diode kits. You can also find Mercury trim diode kits on eBay. You can of course also just buy suitable diodes.
Just getting around to some more responses....

TrimSync is some big money!! If I see it becoming a big problem I might look into it.

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Originally Posted by F14A water jet
Watching and learning as I too would like a set-up like this.
I'll document it what I do. I also ordered from Great Lakes Skipper a couple of sets of switch and backing plates (they're made from aluminum vs plastic). I'll remove the powdercoat and polish. They'll be a little nicer than the plastic ones from Merc.




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Originally Posted by Wally
Although having one switch is easier to wire ...we all know the trim pumps never move at the same rates up/down.....so even after you use the switch to move them up/down you will end up going to the dash to fine tune later....if you can fit two switches i'd go that route
Or if you can find someone selling the Livorsi dual switch mount then it would save you some time as well.....im not sure if they still make it or not so it may be worth calling them and asking.

not if you have this.

https://marinedesigncorp.com/drivesync/
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Originally Posted by TomZ
Just getting around to some more responses....

TrimSync is some big money!! If I see it becoming a big problem I might look into it.
I see Markus gave the answer already.they are pricey,,but moving fast,you like to have the drives moving the same.
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Originally Posted by sutphen 30
I see Markus gave the answer already.they are pricey,,but moving fast,you like to have the drives moving the same.
Seems like a great solution... knowing me, I'll probably add it t some point.
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Well, that was a disappointing buy.

I received the “kit” this morning. A switch and a sticker. That was it. No wiring, no switch plate, nothing else. All that for $90?! Sending it back and I’ll wire up my own. I’m glad I bought the parts from Great Lakes Skipper.

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Old 02-10-2023, 11:42 AM
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Originally Posted by TomZ
Well, that was a disappointing busy.

I received the “kit” this morning. A switch and a sticker. That was is. No wiring, no switch plate, nothing else. All that for $90?! Sending it back and I’ll wire up my own. I’m glad I bought the parts from Great Lakes Skipper.
That parts fiche is confusing. You'd think a KIT would include everything.
There is two #3 but different part numbers.

I see it as you'd need one of each.
#2) 848922
#3) 848926A1
#3) 848926A2
#5) 848923
Maybe even harness #44) 888854A1
Diode harness at that link number #45) $821.00
I'm aware you got a diode setup elsewhere.

And this link may be more relevant as it's the mechanical control parts, not DTS
Part numbers are the same.
Interesting the handle harness is listed as #8 in this fiche but says NSS.
Also there are 4 diode kits at the mechanical link below, 2 for twin engine, about 50ish bucks and 2 for triple at over $1000.
https://www.marineengine.com/parts/m...cal-components

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