Dan - you've got the most expensive components with the TackTick stuff now, and you've already done the install work. I'd recommend sticking with it and buying the TackTick T122 NMEA interface or the T106 Wireless Remote system that includes the NMEA interface. That way you can add on whatever you want that supports standard NMEA 0183 protocol outside the TackTick system and put that data on the TackTick displays. I wouldn't take a step backwards with the Simrad stuff since you've already made the investment. You won't regret it. I built up the Rhapsody TackTick system over time and have a complete network integrated with 2 GPS units, Autohelm and a PC. Read more at this link.