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    Quote Originally Posted by SE66 View Post
    My RT188 setup :
    Nice and Clean, I like that
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    #22
    So a I have to ask, do you guys all Tournament fish? You appear to all have $5k or more in electronics....Do the electronics make that much or a difference or are these just your "fancy cars" or "Rolex watches"?

    For the record I am jealous of your setups but would have a hell of a time jutisfying that much cash.

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    #23
    Quote Originally Posted by 93ls1rx7 View Post
    So a I have to ask, do you guys all Tournament fish? You appear to all have $5k or more in electronics....Do the electronics make that much or a difference or are these just your "fancy cars" or "Rolex watches"?

    For the record I am jealous of your setups but would have a hell of a time jutisfying that much cash.
    I do not tournament fish and most of the time I fish alone. Wanting to find fish and catch them is no less of a desire for me than for someone that fishes professionally.
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    #24
    Quote Originally Posted by 93ls1rx7 View Post
    So a I have to ask, do you guys all Tournament fish? You appear to all have $5k or more in electronics....Do the electronics make that much or a difference or are these just your "fancy cars" or "Rolex watches"?

    For the record I am jealous of your setups but would have a hell of a time jutisfying that much cash.
    I'm a computer nerd that loves to tinker. Computers are my career and hobby. I just like to see what I can build with what humminbird offers and learn to use the technology as an advantage.

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    Quote Originally Posted by 93ls1rx7 View Post
    So a I have to ask, do you guys all Tournament fish? You appear to all have $5k or more in electronics....Do the electronics make that much or a difference or are these just your "fancy cars" or "Rolex watches"?

    For the record I am jealous of your setups but would have a hell of a time jutisfying that much cash.
    I only have about 2K wrapped up in my set-ups (mounts, units, chips) and even though my set-up is considered very basic I think it fits my fishing style and definitely helps me find fish and locations. I am a club guy that fishes a few other events throughout the year as well. I've seen several folks with HDS 12's on bow and console and have a hard time turning them on, let alone being able to use them effectively....I think even the Lowrance Hook line is a series that is easy to use, and very high tech then units 4-5 years ago
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    #26
    This is from my old boat, but it's the same on my new one. I just have a 998hdsi on the bow with a heavy duty ram mount and an old monochrome 728 on the bow with a small ram. My new rig actually uses the 12v outlet on the front to power the front graph so it's easily removable. I'm still happy with the 998, but I need to upgrade the bow unit to a color sometime. That monochrome is hard to see in the sun at times. Something that is ethernet capable on the bow would be nice as well so I can share waypoint. A Helix 7 g2n shoudl fit that bill nicely.

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    Networked Lowrance HDS7 & HDS12 Touch
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    My RT188,






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    #29
    Quote Originally Posted by David McDaniel View Post
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    NICE!!!
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    #30
    How stable is the 9 on the ram on the bow? I am kicking around using a ram or using a fixed mount.

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    #31
    How do you like that mount over the foot pedal? I have been shopping for an RT188 and that looks sweet

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    #32
    I love my BBT mount at the bow of my RT188. I did lose the use of my cup holder and tool slots but it is worth it to have a steady mount and have it centered in front of me.
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    #33
    Quote Originally Posted by jigging15 View Post
    I love my BBT mount at the bow of my RT188. I did lose the use of my cup holder and tool slots but it is worth it to have a steady mount and have it centered in front of me.
    That's what the down fall is on those.....I had one made that was 6" high and I can still use my cup / tool holder, it makes it nice
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    Lowrance Elite 12Ti2 Active Imaging 3 in 1 - Navionics +
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    #34
    Quote Originally Posted by Kelster1574 View Post
    There's been a few different posts in the past regarding electronics set-ups. I have a couple buddies looking for ideas on what they need, and what type of set-up to use. Let's see your Bow and Console pics.....I'll start

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    Lowrance Elite 7ti - Downscan / Sonar / Chart - Mount was made custom at 6" high so I could still use my cup and tool holders (PM if you have any questions on it)





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    RAM Mount - Hook 5 / Navionics + Chip - No transducer hooked up, GPS / Chart ONLY


    I really like that bow mount on yours is that a custom mount to accomidate that elite 7 ti base?
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    #35
    Quote Originally Posted by basstrackeroptimax View Post
    I really like that bow mount on yours is that a custom mount to accomidate that elite 7 ti base?
    Yep...which means it will fit the Hook series too
    2016 Ranger RT 188 - Charcoal / Dark Cherry
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    Lowrance Elite 12Ti2 Active Imaging 3 in 1 - Navionics +
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    #36
    My two 7" Helix are mounted as follows. Front is mounted on a 4" BBT Angle Mount to give clearance for tools and drink. Console mount is standard in the console.
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    #37
    One thing i can say and i think Kelster will agree is the 6" hieght of a center bow bracket is awesome. The elevation for viewing and pressing the buttons is great but it doesnt stick up a kile either. Wish i had made mine a long time ago honestly.
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    #38
    Quote Originally Posted by basstrackeroptimax View Post
    One thing i can say and i think Kelster will agree is the 6" hieght of a center bow bracket is awesome. The elevation for viewing and pressing the buttons is great but it doesnt stick up a kile either. Wish i had made mine a long time ago honestly.
    Without a doubt, the 6" rise is AWESOME!!! Not only does it allow you to still use your cup / tool holder, but it is easier on the body when your bending over turning the unit on/off or adjusting settings. I am old and fat (well my teenagers say I am old, and fat is fat), so 2" makes a big difference....you people are sick.....
    2016 Ranger RT 188 - Charcoal / Dark Cherry
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    Humminbird Helix 7 GPS Only - Lakemaster VX Premium
    Lowrance Elite 12Ti2 Active Imaging 3 in 1 - Navionics +
    NextGen Lithium Batteries
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    #39
    Quote Originally Posted by GeauxTide View Post
    My two 7" Helix are mounted as follows. Front is mounted on a 4" BBT Angle Mount to give clearance for tools and drink.
    The 4" angled bow mount is what I want to use, I wasn't sure if you could still use the drink holder or not. Would you have a pic? thanks

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    #40
    Quote Originally Posted by Kelster1574 View Post
    Without a doubt, the 6" rise is AWESOME!!! Not only does it allow you to still use your cup / tool holder, but it is easier on the body when your bending over turning the unit on/off or adjusting settings. I am old and fat (well my teenagers say I am old, and fat is fat), so 2" makes a big difference....you people are sick.....
    Any side pics of the 6" bow mount? I would like to see it in relation the to gunnel.
    thanks!

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