01-10-2015, 01:16 AM
Ok, so here it is. I came up with a foam float for the transducer for the hard water (see pic). Nothing too unusual here.
Then, when the ice melts I'll thread the sch 40 extension onto the sch 80(see pic). I'll attach the metal conduit straps to my pontoon frame and another pair to the plywood motor mount on my 14' aluminum, and should be able to use 1 transducer for ice fishin, inflatable toon, and my aluminum boat. The conduit straps allow the pvc to be adjusted for depth just by turning a wing nut, and re-tightening. Seems to be a light weight, cheap, and hopefully sturdy setup. Time will tell....
Lastly, found a tote to mount the finder to, we'll see how well it holds up. It's light weight and not too spendy. Has enough room inside for finder, battery, and ducer.
Thanks to all for your time and ideas!
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Then, when the ice melts I'll thread the sch 40 extension onto the sch 80(see pic). I'll attach the metal conduit straps to my pontoon frame and another pair to the plywood motor mount on my 14' aluminum, and should be able to use 1 transducer for ice fishin, inflatable toon, and my aluminum boat. The conduit straps allow the pvc to be adjusted for depth just by turning a wing nut, and re-tightening. Seems to be a light weight, cheap, and hopefully sturdy setup. Time will tell....
Lastly, found a tote to mount the finder to, we'll see how well it holds up. It's light weight and not too spendy. Has enough room inside for finder, battery, and ducer.
Thanks to all for your time and ideas!
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