AFE CUMMINS 6.7 Posted September 6, 2016 Report Share Posted September 6, 2016 I had the opportunity to find a solution to avoid drilling holes in the fiberglass hull when mounting a transducer. That solution came in the form of Transducer Sheilds product. The Sheild and mounting bracket looked the part, as if it was a factory option. The L-Bracket mates up perfectly to the Atlas Jack plate. The transducer shield accepted the Garmin GT52HW-TM transducer and felt very secure. All the hardware was stainless steel and the brackets are aluminum. I wanted to take photos while installing the bracket, however I was floating in the water on a round tube while installing the bracket on the lift. First trip out with the new transducer on the HPS hull produced great results with side vu, down vu, and traditional chirp. If you don't want to drill holes in your hull, look at Transducer Sheild products. Their customer service is top notch and they know their products well. http://www.transducershieldandsaver.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FunFlatsFishing Posted September 6, 2016 Report Share Posted September 6, 2016 Looks legit. Is that a custom low water pick up on the bottom of your lower unit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AFE CUMMINS 6.7 Posted September 6, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 6, 2016 That's all stock on the 300. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bamaskeet Posted September 6, 2016 Report Share Posted September 6, 2016 Will that transducer placement read at 30-40 mph? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AFE CUMMINS 6.7 Posted September 6, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 6, 2016 The traditional sonar registered up to 35 mph without a problem. I just did a quick run on Saturday and I didn't have an opportunity to check to see if it would register at higher speeds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCFD rtrd. Posted September 7, 2016 Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 Looks like a good option, but I just like drilling holes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JEM Posted September 7, 2016 Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 Some people are just trans holes!!!!😀 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AFE CUMMINS 6.7 Posted September 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 10 minutes ago, SCFD rtrd. said: Looks like a good option, but I just like drilling holes. You're a very, very, brave man there. I already had a transducer glassed in the fuel tank hole, but I wanted to add a second transducer with Down Vu and Side Vu in effort to help improve my ability to catch fish. So far that's not happened. Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sigmonster Posted December 22, 2016 Report Share Posted December 22, 2016 Thanks for the post. I'm planning to do the same install this weekend (after I get my Christmas present). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AFE CUMMINS 6.7 Posted December 22, 2016 Author Report Share Posted December 22, 2016 I used a Blue Sea Systems Cableclam .83" in the rear access panel to route the cable. It was just easier to drill a hole in a replaceable plastic cover, rather than drilling an acces hole in the hull. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonV Posted December 22, 2016 Report Share Posted December 22, 2016 I'm with ya Steve!!! Nothing can give you pucker power like the sound of a 3 1/2" hole saw drilling through your hull for a transducer!! When I did mine I was amazed how much light comes through such a big hole when I pulled the saw out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCFD rtrd. Posted December 23, 2016 Report Share Posted December 23, 2016 Well, you got to consider there is about 18 to 20 holes in the hull already, if you include thru-hull fittings and bolts. So, another hole is no big deal if you plan your work carefully. AFE, let us know how the new transducer does in a chop and at higher speeds. This could be a great alternative for some owners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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