:confused:Does the gps receiver need to be above the sides of the boat for a better signal or can I mount it on the deck which is probably 4 to 5 in. below the sides. I would rather mount flush to deck so it would be out of the way of big feet.
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:confused:Does the gps receiver need to be above the sides of the boat for a better signal or can I mount it on the deck which is probably 4 to 5 in. below the sides. I would rather mount flush to deck so it would be out of the way of big feet.
I have mine down in the boat and it does fine.
Pete
Its about 6" below the side of the boat.
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A picture is worth a thousand words-you have a nice rig-thanks a lot for the info. Did you run into any problems with mounting the transducer-distance from prop-what kinda sealant did you use. Thanks
I did not have any problems.. But I did use a board to mount it on. 2 Screws in it And I can move it all I need to. And not have any more holes in the hull.
Pete
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I really like the board deal-thanks alot for the pictures-you have solved a lot of problems for me- Thanks
Pete,
Your xducer ain't level.
First thing I noticed. But the good thing is that he can move it without drilling more holes in da boat.Quote:
Originally Posted by Cane Pole
Very nice rig, how you like the e-tec?
It is if you use a level to check it. with the boat level. I know it does not look level.Quote:
Originally Posted by Cane Pole
But the SI works perfect on both sides of the boat. And that is what I was looking for.:D Its just like me, Looks out of level.:)
Pete
Fellas got a question for ya. can you get the unit with internal gps receiver or does it have to be an external. One other question on the nvb package I fish local water 99 percent of the time. could you tell me any other reason to purchase the nvb, or would I be better off just to buy a chip? Nice boat Thanks for the help fellas:)
Mounted mine on my running light pole. Had it mounted back near the xducer like Pete. got in a channel once and lost signal. Engine was blocking signal.
Looks neat too.:)
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Gee Cane I don't see the poor chain man in the boat, Don't U ever give him a break & take him fishing too??????????????????????????????:D:D