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On Tue, 10 May 2005 19:40:29 -0000, (gudmundur)
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Anyone currently running a half baked set up like I am going to try?
Do I have to just bite the bullet, and get out the Dremel?
Yes, on two boats. Work fine for what I need. On the larger boat, I
have one mounted in the hull and one thru-hull - it's a personal
thing.
Tony pretty much detailed how the spot is located - it's usually a
different color. The various "wet" techniques are also great ideas.
The other problem is how your boat is set up. You need a special puck
to accommodate the deadrise - otherwise, you aren't shooting down but
at an angle.
Shooting through anything that has "air" is a problem. If your hull
is cored rather than plain fiberglass layers, then you are well and
truly screwed - you will need to use a thru-hull transducer.
I know guys are reluctant to do this, but mounting it on the transom
is always the best choice - direct contact with water under most
conditions. The problem with a thru-hull midships is that if the
signal isn't presented with a solid shot of water it's useless.
Sometimes on plane with a V hull boat, getting solid water on plane is
problematic. At least with a molded puck, you can place it back where
the hull is making contact with the water all the time and it will
work much better.
Personally, I would use epoxy rather than silicone. That's a matter
of personal preference.
Good luck.
Later,
Tom
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