[Public-List] Internal mounting of depth sounder??

[Michael Grosh]

I'm currently in the process of upgrading Checkmate's electronics. I have
been unhappy with depth finder performance in the past, both internally
(with an oil filled can) and with thruhull-the last iteration. The Garmin
combo plotter I am installing, as an accessory, offers a bronze thru hull
($189.00) that internally has a 20 degree cant to compensate for deadrise.
I think Garmin says unit projects 3/16" past hull, if I recall correctly. I
hope it works.
Doing what I do, I find depth finders of marginal usefullness. I am always
hoping depth will start increasing, anytime  now, until it is too late.
Nonethless, I like equipment on board  to perform the way it is supposed
to. I hope to find out about mid may.
Michael Grosh
#220

On Thu, Feb 17, 2022, 09:14 Jonathan Bresler via Public-List <
public-list at lists.alberg30.org> wrote:

> Dear Albergers,
>
> Currently the depth sounder on Constance is mounted through the hull on a
> fairing block.   A fairing block protrudes into the water steaming along
> the hull and causes turbulence.   Considering the idea of removing the
> fairing block and mounting the depth sounder inside the hull.
>
> What are your thoughts on the internal mounting?    Pros?  Cons?
>
> Second, the depth sounder is located to starboard in the under-settee area
> just aft the divider between the forward under-settee (there's a drawer
> forward) and aft under-settee areas.    Is that a good location?  Why not
> farther forward, perhaps and internal mounting in the hanging locker.
>
> What are your thoughts on fore and aft relocation?
>
> All the best,
> Jonathan
> --
> Jonathan M Bresler
> S/V Constance Alberg 30 #262
> Annapolis/Eastport MD
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