Transducers

Hooked Up · Post by **Hooked Up** » July 13th, 2006, 11:58 am

Are through hull transducers really worth the billing. I have a Lowrance LCX 19 bottom machine that I am having a tough time seeing the bottom with and am wondering if it has something to do with my transom mount transducer. I know the through hulls are a bit more expensive but am questioning whether or not they are worth the cost. Any tips, advice or input would be appreciated.

Post by **KarstRanger** » July 13th, 2006, 3:44 pm

And then there's Shoot Through transducers. No hole, but some pluses and minuses - a good discusson on them here:

http://www.thehulltruth.com/forums/thre ... =1#M900120

Post by **Reel Fun** » July 13th, 2006, 3:59 pm

I would double check the mounting/angle/tightness of the transducer....I've had 3 with no problems at all.....the correct angle and location(how far below the bottom) is very important....

the owners guide should have a template for this info....good luck..

Hooked Up · Post by **Hooked Up** » August 10th, 2006, 12:39 am

Thanks for your input.

Post by **tin can** » August 10th, 2006, 8:05 am

Hooked, does it read well when idleing, or drifting? does it not read well any time? are you losing your signal just when running? What type of boat?

grim reeler · Post by **grim reeler** » August 11th, 2006, 7:48 am

I have problems with mine throwing in wild readings every five seconds or so - running or at rest. I have to ignore obvious bad readings. I dunno if I am getting errors from the transducer or from the base unit or what. Any ideas? Admittedly, its a low end depth machine.

Post by **tin can** » August 11th, 2006, 11:59 am

Any transducer should read well when idleing or drifting. Most people lose signal when running. If you're getting bogus readings all the time I'd suggest it's probably time to upgrade.