Fish finder help

I have a small hole for the power wire to go through. Rubber grommet just big enough for the wire. And sealer over the pass through.

I have a small hole for the power wire to go through. Rubber grommet just big enough for the wire. And sealer over the pass through.

Grommets and Goop are a kayaker's friends.

I use a wine cork with a slit. I slide the cable into the center of the wine cork and press it into the hole almost flush. It all fits real snug, add a quick smear of goop and done. Mike

These Lock N Lock tupperware boxes work great. And they only cost like $5 at Walmart, Target, etc. Been using this method for 6yrs and approx 7 different FF setups that I have installed.



Drill a hole and install a grommet, and bam! Waterproof battery box.

+1 on the Lock-N-Lock's!  Been using one for 5 years and I even had it on deck once partially submerged in saltwater.  Never leaked once!  I'd put the wire through the Lid though. 

Right on, thanks for the info. Inexpensive and sounds like it works great

Just went to batteries plus and got my 12v 7amp battery with a 1 amp trickle charger. Need to make my way to Wally World and get me one of those Tupperware lock n lock and maybe some more lures 
Still waiting to get my transducer arm from hook1. It shipped out Tuesday and still haven't received it

How much was the battery? I might be down that way tommorow and I also have a hook 1 order shipped out on tues. hoping I get it today

I just got my order from hook1. The transducer arm was easy to put together and looks alright. It hangs down past the bottom of the kayak a couple inches. The battery and charger came out to $57 I think. Battery was $32 I think. I rather buy it local than online and having to wait. I got it in Stockton since I couldn't make it to the Modesto one after work at all this week.

Alright last question for yall, what kind of fuse did you get? Can I get it anywhere? I'm thinking of having wires and the fuse permently install on the Tupperware and have quick disconnect/connections outside the Tupperware. Thanks again for all the helpful information

Typically, I don't think you HAVE TO have one, but I prefer it anyway.  Any kind of inline fuse will work... either tube or blade style.  Waterproofing of course being a consideration.  I forget what the amp rating on mine is, but I can't imagine it needs to be very high.  Maybe 5 amps?  I'm sure someone will chime in with a more specific answer. 

Fishbuckets just dropped off another batch of batteries to Adventure Sports. They were free before. Give them a call for a battery. Most FF require a 3 amp fuse. I prefer the "blade" style. The old glass one can break fairly easy in these conditions. The holders you can get at O'reilly or other auto parts stores.

Most FF require a 3 amp fuse. I prefer the "blade" style. The old glass one can break fairly easy in these conditions. The holders you can get at O'reilly or other auto parts stores.

+1
Get blade style holder like the picture below.


I install mine with dialetic grease on the wire/connector before crimping with a butt connector, then I shrink tube it. If you can get the shrink tube with the glue in it , it works the best for keeping the connections clean and dry. Also I use these adhesive Gardner Bender 1 in. x 1 in. Mounting Pads inside the kayak for wire management. You can find a pack of them at Home Depot for a couple bucks.

Yep. What Eric says works good