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    Livescope black box in front of '12 z521?

    Trying to figure out a secure way of mounting the black box on top of the rod holders inside the front(behind the panel) on the bow.Ideas? Thanks
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    Zip tie it through the mounting holes on the black box and around the rod tubes. It won't move at all. Did this on my last two boats and my buddy's boat and had no problems.

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    Perfect! I was considering that but wasnt sure it could handle big waves. Thanks
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    Great Lakes tested and approved :)

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    I have the same year and model boat. That is where my black box lies and how it is attached. No problems so far.

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    Great work guys. Thanks
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    Mine is mounted in the starboard front locker .
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    #8
    Mine is mounted same as above... just purchased the longer power cord thing(can't remember what its called) and 2 minutes later... LIVESCOPE was on and working

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    Got her all installed in the front of the bow tonight. I'll test it tomorrow and see how she works. Thanks for the help,guys.
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    Took her out today on the lake and watched the livescope work well. Definitely need to play with settings to perfect it, but a great upgrade
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    I had mine mounted in the front bow area at first. But then I hit a software update that had issues and I had to unplug the transducers to help trouble shoot that. After that effort I moved it to the center box.


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    Not a bad idea. I wrapped all wires with aluminum foil for extra shielding. Going to test it today and i'll let you guys know
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