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Upgrading boat GPS
Posted on 11/27/18 at 1:50 pm
Posted on 11/27/18 at 1:50 pm
I plan on purchasing a new GPS in the near future. My boat currently has an old lowrance from 1999 that for the most part got me back to the camp and kept me out of the mud. After seeing the detail of some of the newer models- it is time to open up the wallet. I am looking for any recommendations or advice in general. A few details: I don't care about sonar/fish finding nearly as much as reliable GPS and depth finder. I fish out of Delacroix and just want something basic that will be compatible with the "geaux card". (looks like Lowrance is the favorite here)
Cabela's shows a sale on the Lowrance elite ti 7's for $499.00
LINK
This would be right around what I am willing to spend.
What other spenders am I missing? installation, card, transducer?
Cabela's shows a sale on the Lowrance elite ti 7's for $499.00
LINK
This would be right around what I am willing to spend.
What other spenders am I missing? installation, card, transducer?
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Posted on 11/27/18 at 2:30 pm to Spookz
Even better:
Lowrance Elite TI 7 w/ Downscan - $420
Dick's Sporting Goods
ETA: Not looking like its available to ship. Definitely worth a call at that price.
Lowrance Elite TI 7 w/ Downscan - $420
Dick's Sporting Goods
ETA: Not looking like its available to ship. Definitely worth a call at that price.
This post was edited on 11/27/18 at 2:32 pm
Posted on 11/27/18 at 2:38 pm to Splackavellie
Would a transducer need to be purchased separately? I am not up to speed on all the requirements, but I have seen several units that say +transducer in the description. The Elite 7 TI doesn't mention anything about it.
Posted on 11/27/18 at 2:41 pm to Spookz
Some units come with a transducer and some come with just the head unit. The ones with the transducer will be about $100 more for the basic transducer and go up from there for the side scan and so on
This post was edited on 11/27/18 at 2:42 pm
Posted on 11/27/18 at 2:44 pm to Spookz
Most will tell you if it comes with a transducer and maps.
The one listed above you comes with a transducer (with/downscan). Read the fine print to be sure. Westmarine may also have some cyber deals right now. If i would have had marks for Garmin that's the brand i would have bought.
The one listed above you comes with a transducer (with/downscan). Read the fine print to be sure. Westmarine may also have some cyber deals right now. If i would have had marks for Garmin that's the brand i would have bought.
Posted on 11/27/18 at 3:20 pm to Spookz
Get the new TI2 you can get it from tackle warehouse today with the new active imaging transducer for 599. It is worth the 100 dollar up grade from the first generation. If you ever want to add another the TI2 can network with another TI2. The first generation does not have the capability.
Posted on 11/27/18 at 8:36 pm to MorningWood
If you dont need sonar capability get the Navionics app and a sea sucker mount. Use an I pad. Its about $50 a year and always up to date. The I Navix app is cheaper but I find its more suitable for offshore while the Navionics is better for the marsh
LINK
LINK
Posted on 11/28/18 at 1:47 pm to MorningWood
Any recommendations on where to get this installed in the BR/P'ville area?
Ball park price?
I considered doing it myself since my boat is already configured (with an old model), but I am not super confident I would be able to.
Ball park price?
I considered doing it myself since my boat is already configured (with an old model), but I am not super confident I would be able to.
Posted on 11/28/18 at 3:33 pm to Hank R Hill
This is a good idea I might try on my duck rig, how would you waterproof the ipad?
Edit: I take that back, I see the waterproof cases are compatible with the mount
Edit: I take that back, I see the waterproof cases are compatible with the mount
This post was edited on 11/28/18 at 3:36 pm
Posted on 11/28/18 at 3:54 pm to Spookz
Lowrance to Lowrance (or any corresponding unit), use existing power cable to machine and pull the new ducer cable.
easy peasy
easy peasy
Posted on 11/28/18 at 9:11 pm to Spookz
You can always bring it to cabelas or a boat dealer but like the previous poster said it is not difficult to do. The only hard part is feeling confident enough to drill holes in you boat.
Posted on 11/28/18 at 10:23 pm to MorningWood
4200 fixes most mistakes, square and a second set of hands are invaluable.
Posted on 11/29/18 at 5:58 am to Spookz
quote:
Lowrance elite ti 7's
I have 2 of these on my boat that are sync'd together; I wished I had installed 9" but no problems with them. The touchscreens make them easy to navigate too.
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