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Updated on 12/20/2024

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Brunton Dash Mount Compass

Description

The Brunton Dash Mount Compass is a reliable and easy-to-use compass that is perfect for your outdoor adventures. With its compact size of 4 x 3 x 3 inches, it can be easily mounted on any dashboard.

Whether you are kayaking or boating, the Brunton 70P in-dash marine compass is a great choice. It offers precise navigation and can be mounted flush in the bulkhead of your boat for a seamless look.

The 70P features a direct reading disk, 5-degree graduations, and a reciprocal bearing, ensuring accurate readings and easy navigation. It comes with the option of bulkhead, dash, or surface mounting, catering to your specific needs.

Measuring 4 by 3 by 3 inches and weighing 8.3 ounces, the Brunton 70P is compact and lightweight. It is also backed by a limited lifetime warranty, providing you with peace of mind.

Key Features:

MOUNTABLE - Fits into manufacturer-ready recesses to flush-mount on kayaks or boat bulkheads for a smooth factory-installed look.
EASY READOUT - Reliable reading and heading with direct reading disc.
ACCURACY - 5 degree graduations.
BACK BEARING - The Reciprocal Bearing makes reading your back bearing fast and reliable.
Direct reading disc
Bulkhead mount; Reciprocal bearing
5 degree graduations

FAQs:

Q: Does this come with a gasket as I have a RM Valley Aquanaut? A: The topkayaker website sometimes sells the gasket and/or the gasket and hardware (two 1/16" gaskets are needed for Wilderness Systems boats). Q: Can it mount on a vertical bulkhead? A: It is recommended to mount this compass to an almost horizontal recessed mounting. Contacting Brunton for further clarification is advised. Q: Can this compass be mounted in a hole you cut or is it necessary to have the molded surface behind it? What is the hole size required? A: It is typically installed in kayaks with a molded area specifically made for it. Cutting a hole might damage your boat. Q: Can this compass be used in a car? A: While it can be used in a vehicle, Brunton offers the 58CE specifically designed for automotive uses.

Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this come with a gasket as I have a RM Valley Aquanaut?

The topkayaker website sometimes sells the gasket and/or the gasket and hardware (two 1/16" gaskets are needed for Wilderness Systems boats)http://topkayaker.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=10_35&products_id=1309

Can it mount on a vertical bulkhead?

this particular compass to an almost horizontal recessed mounting. The compass unit inside the bubble housing floats and moves to accommodate being tossed around by a wave, but I wouldn't think it would be able to move right if mounted vertically. You might try to contact Brunton to validate this opinion, though.

Can this compass be mounted in a hole you cut or is it necessary to have the molded surface behind it? What is the hole size required?

I’ve only installed this compass in kayaks that have the molded area specifically made for it. Basically, four screw holes was all that needed to be done. I can not see cutting a hole like you’re mentioning without ruining your boat.