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I was able to just unplug the transducer from the old and plug in the new. Also had to run the wires for the temp sensors.
Forgive me for the dumb question and hijack- I have considered installing the same one.
IndySteve,
Is it difficult to run the wires for the temp sensors? Where did you install the temp sensors? Do they seem to be accurate? I would like to put this on my winter upgrade list.
Thanks,
Eddie
Nothing to it. I actually decided to do it after seeing this in another thread:
Depth Finder with air/water temp sensor
Under-swim platform lighting
This little item also ran about $150 through amazon. It's a faria, so a direct replacement for my previous dash mount unit, and plugs directly into the depth finder harness. The only issue was running the temp senders. The air temp, I just ran it forward to the housing for my horn. This is protected from the elements, not in direct sunlight, and gets plenty of air flow. For water, I ran to the stern. Using a tape measure as fish tape got the wires to the right place. The only issue was drilling into my boat.
At the same time, I decided to mount the under-swim platform lights mentioned on a previous post. These are simply white livewell lights (LED) from Bass Pro for $12 ea. Again, I wired these to the ctsy lights at the same time I was re-wiring my swim deck stereo remote (close proximity).
For drilling holes, again masking tape and a marker. Drill a small hole, check for anything in the way, then go to the desired size. I also campher the holes to stress relieve the gelcoat. I found a step-bit (u-bit) to work really well in doing this, and not causing any damage.
I mounted the lights, and all is well...
These holes are technically above the water line, even when at rest, but I haven't had the boat in the water yet, so wish me luck!
Water temp works great...air usually is around 3 degrees high if the sun is out. I also mounted the blue LED flood lights from oznium.com under the swim platform.
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