I'm taking the plunge and adding Forward Facing Sonar...specifically I've decided on Garmin. Currently, I have Birds on my CX21 (3 Helix 12's). It came rigged with 2 Helix 12's at the wheel and one flush mounted at the bow. I have Mega 360 and really like that so I'll be retaining that on my setup.
I'm leaning towards a Riser over the pedal with a dual plate. My thinking is it will be more stable by bolting it to the deck as opposed to bolting it to a bow panel. I also would like to have both units a little higher up. I feel like I find myself leaning over or squinting to see the flush mounted unit currently. I've looked at the Precision Sonar bow setup and I do like it but I don't feel like it's high enough. I'm also worried about it clearing the LVS34 when the trolling motor is stowed but this concern may not be valid. I may wind up getting the bow panel from Precision Sonar as I will need to cover up the massive hole left by removing my flush mounted Helix 12.
I'm liking the simplicity of the Str8Up mount with a dual plate. Seems rugged and pricing is good. Not sure what's under the deck by the trolling motor foot pedal. Is it easy to access? Can I through bolt it or will I have to use lag screws?
I'm open to suggestions as I will be ordering some version of a mount in the next 2 weeks. Show me what you got or tell me what not to get!
Also, I haven't pulled any wire through my boat since I've had it...it came rigged. Is there plenty of room in the rigging tube (I assume there is one??) I know there is a fuse block under the driver console and I've considered running power from there to my starboard rod locker to mount the GLS10. I currently run an X2 31 Series AGM for cranking and electronics. I currently captain for the High School team locally so we have some 8 hr + days on the water. I am concerned that I may have power issues.
Thanks for your time and I appreciate the advice/help in advance!