G54UHD-TM Mounting options Hull

[4stroke]

I am at the point of my install where I need to mount the G54UHD-TM. I realize having a separate 2D is the way to go for on pad and that is what I am coming from. Now I am back to a All in One.

So I am either thinking of mounting next to JP or down by the drain plug. I have a Ranger with a pretty big built in set back.

The 1 picture shows the current Side scan (Lowrance). Thoughts or suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks

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[fishin couillon]

If your not planning on having the 2d for running, why not put it on a bracket on the jackplate vs drilling more holes in your boat????

[4stroke]

I thought about and did see the bracket method on the JP. However, if there is a way for me to some how keep the 2D at speed (without a separate 2d ducer) that would be great.

[fishin couillon]

The option above the drain plug would still not give you a 2d reading. The bottom of ducer would need to be level with pad of boat (in contact with water at all times).

[4stroke]

Is that just for this All in one model?

My old 2d ducer was in the battery compartment.

[Dropdeadfred]

I am a Troglodyte but figured this one out.
Put the Sidescan on the jackplate,,,,, Y connector and the 2D shoot through in the bilge.
No way you are gonna get decent side or down view AND depth on plane otherwise.

[fishin couillon]

Yes.....now you can get a combo ducer set like the Lowrance.

[4stroke]

Gotcha - Looks like I will be going with out bottom contact on pad. Thanks.

[4stroke]

I am looking at mounting on the bottom of the jack plate. I do have a hole shot plate that would work out I think. Any issues here you think? Its a shame the bracket is plastic. Seems like it is going to rip off no matter where I put it. Get hit by a log, ect.

Not concerned with 2d on plane anymore.

Not trying to beat this to death. Just trying to figure out the optimal position.

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[fishin couillon]

I do like the jackplate mouting.....i dont see any issues as there are lots of ducers mounted there including mine. I think it would be fine with the plastic bracket but there are a few options to replace the plastic bracket.

https://www.transducershieldandsaver...-transom-copy/

[4stroke]

Thanks for the reassurance, experience and recommendations!