New Shimano Bristol Bay Bait Tanks - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

AYS · 11-07-2007, 08:57 AM

The tank can be seen here:

http://fish.shimano.com/catalog/fish...=1194458225139

esdees · 11-07-2007, 01:47 PM

The tank is working well for me. I just need new batteries and maybe a timer.

Jim Sammons LJKF · 11-07-2007, 03:38 PM

I put one of the timer switches on mine and I am 50/50 on how I feel about it. I get better battery life and can carry a much smaller battery. The down side is that I can't seem to carry as much bait and have it live.
So for most people that don't need to stuff their bait tank like me, I would say go for it. IF you do really like to carry a lot of bait you might think twice. Now if they will make a switch that is say 1-1 meaning on 50% of the time off 50% I think it would work better. Right now I think it is on for 7 off for 14.
Just for reference I used to put two dozen some times more bait in my tank and not one would die. That is not the case with the timer switch.

potto · 11-07-2007, 09:06 PM

I don't know the timer switch you are referring to, but the one I had broke. It wasn't waterproof. All it took was one spill and the $35 timer no longer works. Ouch!

What annoys me about the timer is when it starts up after being quiet for a while. I jump in my seat every time. It gets annoying really quick.

I do like the waterproofness of their new switches. I might have to go get one.

Jim Sammons LJKF · 11-08-2007, 06:17 AM

I have the switch from AYS and it is top notch quality, waterproof and quiet. My only issue is the interval.

AYS · 11-08-2007, 09:08 AM

The timer switches that you can add for the 35.00 are the ones that we make here at AYS. They are 100% waterproof and carry a 1 year waranty.

kareem korn · 11-08-2007, 10:36 AM

I'm still using a 5 gal bucket, with $5 in parts and a used bildge pump. Still works great. If I ever loose my battery or need to keep biiiig bait, I use the tube. Seems like kayakers are making it more complicated that it should be.

thien · 11-08-2007, 12:27 PM

just took a look at the livewell, and overall I like the build. One of the things I am leary of is the inability to regulate the amount of water pumped into the livewell.

potto · 11-08-2007, 06:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kareem korn

Seems like kayakers are making it more complicated that it should be.

No argument there. If every piece of electronic was salt-waterproof, it would solve my problem. Even if I used the simplest design, it wouldn't prevent salt-water breaking my connections.

AYS waterproof toggle switches are a winner. It looks like a SPST switch. If they had a SPDT, then they could have ON (full), OFF, ON (Timer) .

wbrewski · 11-08-2007, 06:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by potto

I don't know the timer switch you are referring to, but the one I had broke. It wasn't waterproof. All it took was one spill and the $35 timer no longer works. Ouch!

What annoys me about the timer is when it starts up after being quiet for a while. I jump in my seat every time. It gets annoying really quick.

I do like the waterproofness of their new switches. I might have to go get one.

Just use a rubber or two around the switch, Mine has been wet a couple of times and no damage. The switch I am talking about.

potto · 11-08-2007, 06:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wbrewski

Just use a rubber or two around the switch, Mine has been wet a couple of times and no damage. The switch I am talking about.

I read on Cabela's website. A person wrote a "review" on a switch. He said he used the 3500(?) Goop around the switch........Novel idea.

dgax65 · 11-08-2007, 07:12 PM

After I solder the leads to the switch terminals I coat the switch casing with liquid electrical tape. The only thing that I don't cover is the toggle switch and the threads. I usually use a couple of coats and let it dry completely before installing. I put a very thin film of di-electric grease on the switch and threads then install the rubber boot. I'll usually put a thick bead of Marine Goop around the base of the switch to cover the threads. I've had switches last for over 3 years with no sign of corrosion using this method. A little extreme, but it sure does keep the electronics in good working order.

11-07-2007, 08:57 AM	#1
AYS Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Kearny Mesa Posts: 21	The tank can be seen here: http://fish.shimano.com/catalog/fish...=1194458225139 __________________ 7914 Ronson Rd "G" San Diego, CA 92111 (858)715-4669 10am-6pm Monday- Friday

11-07-2007, 03:38 PM	#3
Jim Sammons LJKF Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 947	I put one of the timer switches on mine and I am 50/50 on how I feel about it. I get better battery life and can carry a much smaller battery. The down side is that I can't seem to carry as much bait and have it live. So for most people that don't need to stuff their bait tank like me, I would say go for it. IF you do really like to carry a lot of bait you might think twice. Now if they will make a switch that is say 1-1 meaning on 50% of the time off 50% I think it would work better. Right now I think it is on for 7 off for 14. Just for reference I used to put two dozen some times more bait in my tank and not one would die. That is not the case with the timer switch. __________________ Jim Sammons La Jolla Kayak Fishing The Kayak Fishing Show JimSammons.com

11-08-2007, 06:17 AM	#5
Jim Sammons LJKF Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 947	I have the switch from AYS and it is top notch quality, waterproof and quiet. My only issue is the interval. __________________ Jim Sammons La Jolla Kayak Fishing The Kayak Fishing Show JimSammons.com

11-08-2007, 09:08 AM	#6
AYS Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Kearny Mesa Posts: 21	The timer switches that you can add for the 35.00 are the ones that we make here at AYS. They are 100% waterproof and carry a 1 year waranty. __________________ 7914 Ronson Rd "G" San Diego, CA 92111 (858)715-4669 10am-6pm Monday- Friday

11-08-2007, 10:36 AM	#7
kareem korn Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: C-bad Posts: 431	Bait tank I'm still using a 5 gal bucket, with $5 in parts and a used bildge pump. Still works great. If I ever loose my battery or need to keep biiiig bait, I use the tube. Seems like kayakers are making it more complicated that it should be.

11-07-2007, 01:47 PM	#2
esdees The Good Clone Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Clairemont Posts: 520	The tank is working well for me. I just need new batteries and maybe a timer.

11-07-2007, 09:06 PM	#4
potto Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 61	I don't know the timer switch you are referring to, but the one I had broke. It wasn't waterproof. All it took was one spill and the $35 timer no longer works. Ouch! What annoys me about the timer is when it starts up after being quiet for a while. I jump in my seat every time. It gets annoying really quick. I do like the waterproofness of their new switches. I might have to go get one.

11-08-2007, 12:27 PM	#8
thien Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 53	just took a look at the livewell, and overall I like the build. One of the things I am leary of is the inability to regulate the amount of water pumped into the livewell.

11-08-2007, 07:12 PM	#12
dgax65 Guerro Grande Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 629	After I solder the leads to the switch terminals I coat the switch casing with liquid electrical tape. The only thing that I don't cover is the toggle switch and the threads. I usually use a couple of coats and let it dry completely before installing. I put a very thin film of di-electric grease on the switch and threads then install the rubber boot. I'll usually put a thick bead of Marine Goop around the base of the switch to cover the threads. I've had switches last for over 3 years with no sign of corrosion using this method. A little extreme, but it sure does keep the electronics in good working order. __________________ Douglas Gaxiola Team No Fish- Amateur Staff