Lewmar 589867 Single Joystick Controller Upgrade Kit for Thrusters with Black Box

The Lewmar 589867 Single Joystick Controller Upgrade Kit lets boat owners replace a previous-generation thruster controller with the newer single joystick controller design used on Lewmar thrusters equipped with a Black Box control module. The kit is built for a straightforward swap: it reuses the existing boat wiring already run to the old controller, so there is no need to re-pull cable runs through the helm or dash to complete the upgrade. The new controller must be installed next to the existing controller location as part of the upgrade.

This upgrade path is intended for boat owners and installers looking to modernize the helm control of a Lewmar bow or stern thruster system without replacing the underlying thruster or Black Box control unit. The kit is manufactured by Lewmar, a company that has produced marine hardware, windlasses, hydraulics, and thruster systems since 1946, with products ranging from small day boats to large yachts.

Specifications

• Brand: Lewmar
• Manufacturer Part Number: 589867
• Product Name: Single Joystick Controller Upgrade Kit
• UPC: 743683033858
• Weight: 0.98125 pounds
• Package Dimensions: 6.89 x 6.46 x 6.34 inches

Fitment

Fits Lewmar thruster systems equipped with a previous-generation controller and a Black Box control module. Specific thruster models are not listed by the manufacturer for this kit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Lewmar 589867 upgrade kit do? The Lewmar 589867 kit replaces a previous-generation thruster controller with the newer single joystick controller, for use on Lewmar thruster systems that have a Black Box control module.

Can I use my existing boat wiring with this kit? Yes, the Lewmar 589867 upgrade kit is designed so the existing wiring already run to the old controller can be reused, avoiding the need to run new cable.

Where does the new controller need to be installed? The new single joystick controller from kit 589867 needs to be installed next to the existing controller location.

Does this kit include a Black Box control module? No, this kit is an upgrade for the controller only; it is designed for thruster systems that already have a Black Box control module installed.

How much does the Lewmar 589867 kit weigh? The Lewmar 589867 Single Joystick Controller Upgrade Kit weighs 0.98125 pounds.

What are the package dimensions of this kit? The Lewmar 589867 kit ships in packaging measuring 6.89 x 6.46 x 6.34 inches.

Is this an original Lewmar part? Yes, part number 589867 is a genuine Lewmar manufacturer part, not an aftermarket equivalent.

Who should install the Lewmar 589867 controller upgrade? Because the kit involves wiring an electronic control component near existing thruster controls, installation is best handled by someone comfortable working with marine electrical systems or a qualified installer.

Does the 589867 kit work with any Lewmar thruster? The kit is intended for Lewmar thruster systems that use a Black Box control module and a previous-generation controller; Lewmar does not list specific thruster models for this upgrade kit.

What is the UPC for the Lewmar 589867 kit? The UPC for the Lewmar Single Joystick Controller Upgrade Kit, part number 589867, is 743683033858.