Outback fish finder mounting locations - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

DarthFisherman · 06-15-2012, 06:35 AM

I just got my Lowrance Mark4 in yesterday and before I start making holes in my boat I would like to see where other Outback owners are mounting their FFs. I know that I want to mount it on the left side and preferably use the Ram mount kit and place the ball in the channel with the rudder pull cord.

Pictures are greatly appreciated!

mtnbykr2 · 06-15-2012, 08:42 AM

There are always discussions on this issue, a couple of recent ones, I have an OB I mounted mine forward of the right rod holder on a ram mount works
good for me, some people mount it in the mast hole but a little hard to reach
but if that doesn't bother you, that is a clean place for mounting.
I would review previous posts for different ideas, then try different placements
while yak on the ground or supported sit down in the seat and try the different
placements. Before your final decision, keep in mind wire harness routing including exit from hull and transducer placement and installation before drilling..."measure twice...drill once"

JNAST13ST · 06-15-2012, 08:50 AM

Yeah I just got mine in yesterday elite dsi I think im just going to to OEX next week don't want to fuck up my yak I'll never forgive myself lol

Mr Fishback · 06-15-2012, 09:07 AM

Im using a Mark 5 mounted in the mast post. Pros: no drilling, you can run the wiring underneath the hatch lid. Cons: pain in the butt if you want to change settings.

If I were using a GPS combo unit or was into using the menus more I would definitely mount closer. Maybe pick one side as your get in/get out side and mount it on the opposite.

Good luck on the install!

DarthFisherman · 06-15-2012, 09:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mtnbykr2

There are always discussions on this issue, a couple of recent ones, I have an OB I mounted mine forward of the right rod holder on a ram mount works
good for me, some people mount it in the mast hole but a little hard to reach
but if that doesn't bother you, that is a clean place for mounting.
I would review previous posts for different ideas, then try different placements
while yak on the ground or supported sit down in the seat and try the different
placements. Before your final decision, keep in mind wire harness routing including exit from hull and transducer placement and installation before drilling..."measure twice...drill once"

Yea, I did a search and returned some very helpful threads to install the unit and transducer. However, the posts I found still left me wanting regarding the specific location and examples on an Outback.

I think i may use a combination of PVC and zipties to temporarily install the complete unit for LJ on Saturday before I start cutting holes in the yak.

mtnbykr2 · 06-15-2012, 09:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DarthFisherman

Yea, I did a search and returned some very helpful threads to install the unit and transducer. However, the posts I found still left me wanting regarding the specific location and examples on an Outback.

I think i may use a combination of PVC and zipties to temporarily install the complete unit for LJ on Saturday before I start cutting holes in the yak.

that should be ok as long as you stow the head unit during launch and landing
probably should leash the head unit somehow just in case...

packeryakker · 06-15-2012, 10:18 AM

I am in the same boat, pun intended, I will be mounting an elite 4 soon and am plenty nervous about the install. I like the tallon mount because it is so clean. I might do the same as you and rig it in a couple different spots before the final install. I like the idea of the channel on the left it will make loading and unloading less sketchy not having to worry about getting the ram mount hung up on shit. Keep us posted pics would be cool. When I mount mine I will post pics. The xducer mount has me a little confused also....

Divad · 06-15-2012, 10:42 AM

I was looking at this site and they have some nice stuff for mounting your FF and the transducer over the side of the kayak. And it could be stored during a surf launch. Having the transducer in the water will give you a better reading on your FF and it is easy to move it to another Kayak.

http://madfroggear.com/liberator/liberator.html

06-15-2012, 06:35 AM	#1
DarthFisherman Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: San Diego Posts: 74	Outback fish finder mounting locations I just got my Lowrance Mark4 in yesterday and before I start making holes in my boat I would like to see where other Outback owners are mounting their FFs. I know that I want to mount it on the left side and preferably use the Ram mount kit and place the ball in the channel with the rudder pull cord. Pictures are greatly appreciated!

06-15-2012, 08:42 AM	#2
mtnbykr2 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: newbury park ca Posts: 2,323	There are always discussions on this issue, a couple of recent ones, I have an OB I mounted mine forward of the right rod holder on a ram mount works good for me, some people mount it in the mast hole but a little hard to reach but if that doesn't bother you, that is a clean place for mounting. I would review previous posts for different ideas, then try different placements while yak on the ground or supported sit down in the seat and try the different placements. Before your final decision, keep in mind wire harness routing including exit from hull and transducer placement and installation before drilling..."measure twice...drill once" __________________

06-15-2012, 08:50 AM	#3
JNAST13ST Living Da Dream! Join Date: May 2012 Location: SAN DIEGO Posts: 414	Yeah I just got mine in yesterday elite dsi I think im just going to to OEX next week don't want to fuck up my yak I'll never forgive myself lol __________________ Don't tread on me

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06-15-2012, 09:07 AM	#4
Mr Fishback Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 71	Im using a Mark 5 mounted in the mast post. Pros: no drilling, you can run the wiring underneath the hatch lid. Cons: pain in the butt if you want to change settings. If I were using a GPS combo unit or was into using the menus more I would definitely mount closer. Maybe pick one side as your get in/get out side and mount it on the opposite. Good luck on the install!

06-15-2012, 10:18 AM	#7
packeryakker Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Victorville Posts: 61	I am in the same boat, pun intended, I will be mounting an elite 4 soon and am plenty nervous about the install. I like the tallon mount because it is so clean. I might do the same as you and rig it in a couple different spots before the final install. I like the idea of the channel on the left it will make loading and unloading less sketchy not having to worry about getting the ram mount hung up on shit. Keep us posted pics would be cool. When I mount mine I will post pics. The xducer mount has me a little confused also....

06-15-2012, 10:42 AM	#8
Divad Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Oceanside Posts: 112	I was looking at this site and they have some nice stuff for mounting your FF and the transducer over the side of the kayak. And it could be stored during a surf launch. Having the transducer in the water will give you a better reading on your FF and it is easy to move it to another Kayak. http://madfroggear.com/liberator/liberator.html