Depth finder transducer location

[FreeBeeTony]

I am in the process of installing trim tabs on my '78 20' Grady White. I currently have a transom mounted transducer mounted ~12" from the chine. If I mount the tabs 4" from the chine (which is what I think is reccomended), I will have to move the transducer. Would it be ok to mount it in the 4" space between the tab and the chine? Or should I mount the transducer on the other side of the tab, closer to the outdrive?

 

[Bondo]

Re: Depth finder transducer location

Hi Tony,<br />When I added My Bennetts, I bought tabs Much Bigger than needed.....<br />I ended up moving 2 transducers, 2 speed sensor,+ the temp sensors.......<br />I tucked the speed sensors Real Close in Under the outdrive.......<br />And the transducers just out from there......<br />They've worked Great there for 2 seasons now......<br />I just went out,+ popped a couple pics... I'll email them to you.....<br /><br />You've Got Mail............

 

[Boatist]

Re: Depth finder transducer location

Tony<br />4 inches from the chimes is not going to work well at planing speeds. Just too high in the water and on some days with some chop out of the water.<br /><br />I would put it about 12 inches from the motor on the starboard side.

 

[Solittle]

Re: Depth finder transducer location

Many boaters will mount their transducers inside the hull backnear the transom.