Depth transducer came loose

gahooligan · 04-14-2014, 02:21 AM

So there I was cleaning my builds because you know I want to eat my sandwich if it happens to fall in there.... Anyway, as I was cleaning I touched the transducer and it just came loose. I swear I just tapped it!! Anyway, I assume west systems gflex 650 epoxy will work to glue it back down bit I figure I'd ask for options on here first. Maybe a more non permanant adhesive is in order bit not sure. Thoughts please...
Thanks guys!

Matt in GA

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***mikeyt*** · 04-14-2014, 12:40 PM

After a while the epoxy becomes brittle and the transducer works its way loose from the vibrations in the boat. Yes, just about any epoxy will do to re-seat the unit.

gahooligan · 04-14-2014, 02:14 PM

Thanks Mikey. I was thinking of replacinv my smart tabs with a whale tail too, what do you think? I found a nice set of Mickey Mouse ears at the Disney store yesterday... Lol. Seriously, thanks dude! Hope y'all get some heat up your way soon!

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Motoxxx43 · 04-14-2014, 03:41 PM

Hey hooligan, just out of curiosity... Assuming you have the Lowrance 3500 like mine does- what does your read out say while the transducer is knocked off?

My read out just flashes 0 and was thinking I may have purchased a new unit when I didn't need to. I have yet to unwrap the boat. Maybe in the next two weeks if the platform is done.

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gahooligan · 04-14-2014, 04:38 PM

I will hook up a battery and let you know. I will also take some pictures. I think this helps me figure my transom bilge drain question as well.

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***mikeyt*** · 04-14-2014, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by gahooligan

Thanks Mikey. I was thinking of replacinv my smart tabs with a whale tail too, what do you think? I found a nice set of Mickey Mouse ears at the Disney store yesterday... Lol. Seriously, thanks dude! Hope y'all get some heat up your way soon!

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gahooligan · 04-15-2014, 12:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Motoxxx43

Hey hooligan, just out of curiosity... Assuming you have the Lowrance 3500 like mine does- what does your read out say while the transducer is knocked off?

My read out just flashes 0 and was thinking I may have purchased a new unit when I didn't need to. I have yet to unwrap the boat. Maybe in the next two weeks if the platform is done.

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Hey moto, I do have the 3500. Mine flashes 0.5 whether it's pointed at the sky or set where it was mounted. I am pretty sure this is what it's normal behavior has been until you put the boat in the water, at least from what I remember from last summer. Maybe someone else can second that...

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