Transducer install Epoxy vs Pool Noodle - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

flydigital · 10-28-2009, 05:40 PM

I've had no problem with the marine goop install. There will always be bubbles when applying the "puddle" but if you roll the transducer front and back, side to side about 5 times while pushing in the puddle the air bubbles will move to the sides out of the way and you'll get good readings. I've done this 3 times and always great results compared via different installs including in-the-water (liberator arm and transom mount) and other shoot-through installs. I've also seen failed installs and the results. Push and roll, it works...

Rob929 · 10-28-2009, 05:55 PM

I have also done Marine Goop installs (twice) and not had any issues either time.

The second time I used some foam from a walmart camping/sleeping bag pad (about $5) and made a cut out to fit the transducer. I glued this down first and at that point there's the option to fill the cut out with vaseline and press fit the transducer for a temporary install, or fill the cut out with marine goop, roll the transducer and press in well (as mentioned) to remove bubbles, and you should be good to go. I chose to do use the goop again.

Not sure about the 3M glue. I'm assuming it's clear? I have used 3m 5200 for boat repair in the past, it was black, and very strong. I cannot recall how hard it cured, but I do know the Marine Goop dries somewhat rubbery and flexible- good if any future changes or a redo is neccesary.

steveooo · 10-28-2009, 06:33 PM

1 more vote for marine goop. 5 installs, never had a problem.

10-28-2009, 05:40 PM	#1
flydigital Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 192	I've had no problem with the marine goop install. There will always be bubbles when applying the "puddle" but if you roll the transducer front and back, side to side about 5 times while pushing in the puddle the air bubbles will move to the sides out of the way and you'll get good readings. I've done this 3 times and always great results compared via different installs including in-the-water (liberator arm and transom mount) and other shoot-through installs. I've also seen failed installs and the results. Push and roll, it works...

10-28-2009, 05:55 PM	#2
Rob929 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Diego Posts: 134	I have also done Marine Goop installs (twice) and not had any issues either time. The second time I used some foam from a walmart camping/sleeping bag pad (about $5) and made a cut out to fit the transducer. I glued this down first and at that point there's the option to fill the cut out with vaseline and press fit the transducer for a temporary install, or fill the cut out with marine goop, roll the transducer and press in well (as mentioned) to remove bubbles, and you should be good to go. I chose to do use the goop again. Not sure about the 3M glue. I'm assuming it's clear? I have used 3m 5200 for boat repair in the past, it was black, and very strong. I cannot recall how hard it cured, but I do know the Marine Goop dries somewhat rubbery and flexible- good if any future changes or a redo is neccesary.

10-28-2009, 06:33 PM	#3
steveooo Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 1,922	1 more vote for marine goop. 5 installs, never had a problem.