At East Coast Marine Electronics, we specialise in professional Garmin marine electronics installation for recreational and offshore boats throughout Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, Coromandel, Rotorua, and across New Zealand.

Garmin systems are powerful, but to get the best performance they must be correctly installed, configured, and calibrated. From fishfinders and chartplotters to live sonar, radar, autopilots, and trolling motors, we ensure every Garmin system is set up to work seamlessly together.

Professional Garmin Installation Specialists

We supply, install, and configure a wide range of Garmin marine electronics, tailoring each system to suit your boat, fishing style, and budget.

Our Garmin installation services include:

• Garmin fishfinder and chartplotter installation

• Networked multi-screen Garmin systems

• Garmin sounder modules and transducers

• Garmin live sonar systems

• Garmin radar installation

• Garmin autopilot installation and calibration

• Garmin trolling motor installation and setup

Every Garmin install is completed with clean wiring, correct component placement, and full system testing.

Garmin Fishfinders, Chartplotters & Sonar Systems

We install Garmin fishfinders and chartplotters for all types of boating, from simple single-screen setups through to advanced offshore and game-fishing systems.

This includes:

• GPSMAP chartplotters

• High-power sonar and sounder modules

• Thru-hull and transom-mount transducers

• Live sonar and forward-looking sonar systems

• Integration with existing Garmin equipment

Correct transducer selection and placement is a key focus, ensuring maximum depth performance, clarity, and reliability in New Zealand conditions.

Garmin Live Sonar & Advanced Fishing Technology

Garmin live sonar systems provide real-time underwater views, helping anglers locate fish, bait, and structure more efficiently.

We install and configure:

• Garmin Panoptix and LiveScope systems

• Forward-looking, down, and perspective sonar

• Offshore live sonar solutions

• Proper alignment, calibration, and tuning

Live sonar requires precise setup to perform correctly, and we ensure each system is installed to deliver the best possible results.

Garmin Autopilot & Navigation Integration

A properly installed Garmin autopilot improves safety and reduces fatigue, especially for offshore and long-distance boating.

Our Garmin autopilot services include:

• Hydraulic and mechanical autopilot installations

• Correct pump sizing and installation

• Heading sensor placement and calibration

• Integration with Garmin chartplotters and navigation systems

• Sea trials and fine tuning

Why Choose East Coast Marine Electronics for Garmin Installation?

• Experienced Garmin marine electronics installer

• Local, family-run business

• Mobile installation at your boat or marina

• Honest advice based on real-world use

• Neat, reliable workmanship

• Full setup, configuration, and testing included

We don’t just install Garmin equipment — we make sure it works properly and is easy to use.

Areas We Service

We are based in Tauranga and regularly carry out Garmin marine installations throughout:

• Bay of Plenty

• Coromandel Peninsula

• Rotorua and inland lakes

• North Island and NZ-wide installs by arrangement

If you’re looking for a trusted Garmin installer near Tauranga, we can help.

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Book a Garmin Marine Installation

If you’re planning a Garmin marine electronics upgrade or new installation, get in touch with East Coast Marine Electronics to discuss your requirements.

We can recommend the right Garmin equipment, provide pricing, and ensure your system is installed and configured correctly for the best possible performance.