Another LSS-1

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03-09-2011, 03:34 AM
ifish

Another LSS-1

Well I went and done it. I just bought another LSS-1 to put on the trolling motor. Instaling it today. I am trying to make a bracket but will probably order one soon. I also got rid of the HDS-8 and bought another HDS-10 for the front. I am wondering if I have enough battery life to run everything.Has anyone put 2 cranking batteries in parallel and will the 40 amp boat charging system suffer any ?? Also going to add the SonicHub in a few days. Got to have some tunes while riding around in circles all day.Ain't got time to fish anymore. To many toys on the boat.
03-09-2011, 06:55 AM
rockmike

I added a battery for my accessories, and installed an isolator to keep my cranking battery hot.
03-09-2011, 07:15 AM
Crappie Reaper

I bought a lawn tractor battery to power my HDS-8. I didn't want to lose power to the 8 when trolling motor, or big motor battery started getting weak. They're small and light, but maintain enough power for the electronics. I do know how much the Sonic Hub will draw, but I wouldn't think it's that much unless you're constanly rocking out.
03-09-2011, 07:32 AM
ifish

rockmike,
Sounds like you got the setup I need. You got any schematics or drawings of how you have the isolator setup. I like that idea. What kind of isolator are you using? Thanks a bunch!
03-09-2011, 08:12 AM
rockmike

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Originally Posted by ifish

rockmike,
Sounds like you got the setup I need. You got any schematics or drawings of how you have the isolator setup. I like that idea. What kind of isolator are you using? Thanks a bunch!

I believe my isolator is a Guest. It's a simple install. You can go online and find the info on the wiring.
03-09-2011, 01:41 PM
ifish

Thanks, Found the isolator wiring here.
http://www.marinco.com/files/support...nuals/2530.pdf
03-10-2011, 09:45 AM
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Originally Posted by ifish

Well I went and done it. I just bought another LSS-1 to put on the trolling motor. Instaling it today. I am trying to make a bracket but will probably order one soon.

Transducershieldandsaver.com makes a very nice bracket for the LSS-1/ PD-WBL puck transducer to work together on the trolling motor. It isn't cheap but they custom build it to your trolling motor specs.

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03-10-2011, 07:03 PM
Cane Pole

My mount is custom made. Believe it is pine. Not sure though.

http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z...088800x600.jpg
03-10-2011, 09:40 PM
ifish

I like your adapter Canepole. Looks like you had the same problem I did. Not enough room. I will take a pic of mine.Had to cut part of the skeg off and grind a little here and there. MinKotta 70 Maximum is not made for the LSS-1 transducer. Also had to drill a hole in the skeg to mount the 2D transducer. Heck of a time getting everything to fit. Took me 5 hours all said and done. Can't wait to get on the water and see how everything works. How is Brenda doing Tom? I hope she will be ready to fish soon!!
03-10-2011, 11:03 PM
Cane Pole

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Originally Posted by ifish

I like your adapter Canepole. Looks like you had the same problem I did. Not enough room. I will take a pic of mine.Had to cut part of the skeg off and grind a little here and there. MinKotta 70 Maximum is not made for the LSS-1 transducer. Also had to drill a hole in the skeg to mount the 2D transducer. Heck of a time getting everything to fit. Took me 5 hours all said and done. Can't wait to get on the water and see how everything works. How is Brenda doing Tom? I hope she will be ready to fish soon!!

I am using U2 with success.

Thanks for asking. She is recooping slowly. 3 more weeks physical therapy. It is a slow recovery. She smiles and never complains. I do enough fro both of us. ha