depth finders and in-hull transducers

wanttofly · #1 February 20th, 2009, 10:59 AM

Has anyone on here used an in-hull transducer? I am looking at putting an in dash depth finder in my boat.

gcboat · #2 February 20th, 2009, 09:24 PM

Are you referring to a shoot through unit?

wanttofly · #3 February 21st, 2009, 03:07 AM

Exactly, from what research I have done so far appears that some of them have a hard time with displaying depth at faster speeds on the plane.

gcboat · #4 February 21st, 2009, 10:03 AM

Yup - some do have that problem. However a lot has to be attributed to their placement and how good a job was done in putting it down.
Too far forward or to either side and you'll have those issues.
Then there's the situation with the design of the bottom as well. Some step hulls are notorious for screwing up transducer readings due to their ability to produce a lot of unwanted turbulence - or bubbles.
Then, let's get right to the unit itself. The higher end stuff will give you a lot better read out on plane than the less expensive ones will. All is due to power output. I would definitely speak with a customer service rep for each unit you may have in mind. Forget the local salesperson. Tell em' what boat you've got and what you expect. A few phone calls now will certainly save you a lot of aggravation down the road.
My $.02