Permanent Wet Transducer Installation - Page 5 - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

umtduckhead · 06-29-2010, 09:50 PM

any body running a lowrance in a wet mount on a revo? if so do you like it better than the goop?

Geoffkoop · 06-29-2010, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by umtduckhead

any body running a lowrance in a wet mount on a revo? if so do you like it better than the goop?

Yes and yes...it's actually a cheap eagle cuda but I think they are made by the same.

umtduckhead · 06-30-2010, 07:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Geoffkoop

Yes and yes...it's actually a cheap eagle cuda but I think they are made by the same.

have you found the wet mount to be that much better?

WahooUSMA · 06-30-2010, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by umtduckhead

any body running a lowrance in a wet mount on a revo? if so do you like it better than the goop?

I did have a wet mount, but have since removed the contraption. I went back to the goop (to me, no difference in quality of images). The seal between the PVC and hull started to leak. Also, the front storage in the Revo is limited anyway, and you have to use a 4 in. PVC/cap if you go with a Lowrance FF. Just took up too much room and you always had to be diligent when stowing gear in the hatch.

dsafety · 06-30-2010, 09:33 AM

If you are concerned about the space the wet mount takes up or possible leakage issues, (these can be easily overcome), you may want to check out the thread on the Grease Mount.

Bob

WahooUSMA · 06-30-2010, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by dsafety

If you are concerned about the space the wet mount takes up or possible leakage issues, (these can be easily overcome), you may want to check out the thread on the Grease Mount.

Bob

Actually Bob, I went first back to the goop, with the transducer under the seat. Images are great. Then, last week I bought another transducer and did the Josh P method install for comparison. However, I sold my revo before I could do the evaluation...lol.

Any ideas on transducer mounting for a Pro Angler!

dsafety · 06-30-2010, 11:24 AM

I have not spent any time around a PA but with all that space, I am sure there are plenty of good places to install the tranducer.

From my experience, Goop will work fine, until it doesn't. The problem is that the Goop goes bad slowly so you probably will not know that it is degrading.

With the ease of installing and removing both the wet and grease mounts, it seems to me that one of those would be a better long term choice.

Bob

bigbarrels · 06-30-2010, 10:37 PM

How much water does the transducer have to sit in? Does Ultrasound gel work?

Geoffkoop · 07-01-2010, 09:22 AM

I have noticed a slightly better image compared to goop. My depth with goop seemed to be inconsistant (ex. 100 feet deep then all the sudden 190 feet, then back) . The wet mount has been better.

sandydiego · 07-01-2010, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by WahooUSMA

Actually Bob, I went first back to the goop, with the transducer under the seat. Images are great. Then, last week I bought another transducer and did the Josh P method install for comparison. However, I sold my revo before I could do the evaluation...lol.

Any ideas on transducer mounting for a Pro Angler!

I placed the wet mount to the left of the center hatch. I wanted to put it in a place that would not get stressed or hit. So far it's great.

Steve

OutdoorAdvntr · 11-02-2012, 07:41 AM

hi everyone, i would like to know if anyone still using this method up to this present? looks neat and clean.. thanks!

rossman · 11-02-2012, 07:56 AM

I have used this on my Prowler 13 for about 4 years, with 2 different sonar/gps units. Works great for me. I use mineral oil in the PVC to cut down on bubbles and/or algae. The only drawback I see with it is that the temp sensor tends to give me the ambient temp inside the hull, rather than water temp.

GetSharked · 08-15-2017, 07:49 PM

Anyone thought of trying these waterproof electrical boxes? Seem like a good way to go. Cut the bottom out and glue down like the pipe fitting. Screw down waterproof lid would make a good seal. My Lowrance transducer is pretty long and definitely wouldn't fit in any pipe smaller than 5". You can just chose the size you want that fits best with these.

PescadorPete · 08-15-2017, 08:00 PM

When after two or three years it sprung a leak in the back where it was hard to get to, I decided to convert it to a putty mount. It works better than the wet well.

The piece of pool noodle and cover keep the transducer pressed into place.

NICKWORN · 08-16-2017, 05:57 AM

Check it out, works like a champ!!

06-30-2010, 10:37 PM	#88
bigbarrels Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Vista Posts: 1,111	Amount of Water How much water does the transducer have to sit in? Does Ultrasound gel work?

11-02-2012, 07:56 AM	#92
rossman Marginally Irrelevant Join Date: May 2007 Location: Bahia Asuncion Posts: 936	I have used this on my Prowler 13 for about 4 years, with 2 different sonar/gps units. Works great for me. I use mineral oil in the PVC to cut down on bubbles and/or algae. The only drawback I see with it is that the temp sensor tends to give me the ambient temp inside the hull, rather than water temp. __________________ "When beholding the tranquil beauty and brilliancy of the ocean’s skin, one forgets the tiger heart that pants beneath it; and would not willingly remember that this velvet paw but conceals a remorseless fang. " — Herman Melville Y'all come see me now, hear!

08-15-2017, 08:00 PM	#94
PescadorPete Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Leucadia, CA Posts: 261	Something like this? When after two or three years it sprung a leak in the back where it was hard to get to, I decided to convert it to a putty mount. It works better than the wet well. The piece of pool noodle and cover keep the transducer pressed into place.

08-16-2017, 05:57 AM	#95
NICKWORN Senior Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: SANTUCKET Posts: 629	Already posted in the inventions thread Check it out, works like a champ!!

06-29-2010, 09:50 PM	#81
umtduckhead Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: San Diego Posts: 147	any body running a lowrance in a wet mount on a revo? if so do you like it better than the goop?

06-30-2010, 09:33 AM	#85
dsafety Olivenhain Bob Join Date: May 2008 Location: Olivenhain, CA Posts: 1,121	If you are concerned about the space the wet mount takes up or possible leakage issues, (these can be easily overcome), you may want to check out the thread on the Grease Mount. Bob

06-30-2010, 11:24 AM	#87
dsafety Olivenhain Bob Join Date: May 2008 Location: Olivenhain, CA Posts: 1,121	I have not spent any time around a PA but with all that space, I am sure there are plenty of good places to install the tranducer. From my experience, Goop will work fine, until it doesn't. The problem is that the Goop goes bad slowly so you probably will not know that it is degrading. With the ease of installing and removing both the wet and grease mounts, it seems to me that one of those would be a better long term choice. Bob

07-01-2010, 09:22 AM	#89
Geoffkoop Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: So. Orange County Posts: 302	I have noticed a slightly better image compared to goop. My depth with goop seemed to be inconsistant (ex. 100 feet deep then all the sudden 190 feet, then back) . The wet mount has been better.

11-02-2012, 07:41 AM	#91
OutdoorAdvntr Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: RC Posts: 71	hi everyone, i would like to know if anyone still using this method up to this present? looks neat and clean.. thanks!