Jdr01930
New Member
- Jun 26, 2010
- 115
- Boat Info
- 2010 Sundeck 220
- Engines
- 5.0 MPI EC Mercruiser w/ Bravo III
I got a new GPS with sounder (Garmin 546s), and have pretty much decided my best would be to replace the stock thru hull transducer. From what I can tell, only thing I will lose by removing stock 'ducer is depth reading on the system tach, which will be a little obsolete anyway.
The transducer is accessed in the engine compartment, just in front to the engine.
It's a little out of my arms reach, so I'll have to contort/hang a bit or see if my son get get down there.
Question: How hard is it to remove the stock transducer? Looks like you just loosen the nut, but then I'm guessing there will be some sealant holding it in. Any tips for how to deal with that and get it out? I assume people have done this, or is this not a good path to take?
This boat spends all season in salt water, so transom mount 'ducer might not be ideal. I considered a shoot thru hull, but I kinda like the thought of getting water temp. And also the hole is already there so might as well use it. My understanding is I'd want to disable the stock one anyway, as two 'ducers will interfere with each other.
Any thoughts? I am far from an expert in transducers and any advice appreciated....
I'm thinking this is what I want?:
Airmar P319
https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?pID=15166
It says it's good for 0-7 degree dead rise. Anyone know if that's about right for that part of the Sundeck 220 hull?
The transducer is accessed in the engine compartment, just in front to the engine.
It's a little out of my arms reach, so I'll have to contort/hang a bit or see if my son get get down there.
Question: How hard is it to remove the stock transducer? Looks like you just loosen the nut, but then I'm guessing there will be some sealant holding it in. Any tips for how to deal with that and get it out? I assume people have done this, or is this not a good path to take?
This boat spends all season in salt water, so transom mount 'ducer might not be ideal. I considered a shoot thru hull, but I kinda like the thought of getting water temp. And also the hole is already there so might as well use it. My understanding is I'd want to disable the stock one anyway, as two 'ducers will interfere with each other.
Any thoughts? I am far from an expert in transducers and any advice appreciated....
I'm thinking this is what I want?:
Airmar P319
https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?pID=15166
It says it's good for 0-7 degree dead rise. Anyone know if that's about right for that part of the Sundeck 220 hull?