lowrance hds-5 vs hds-5x???

[tagyak]

Originally Posted by GregAndrew

Yep, skip the Nautic Insight and go straight for the Fish N Chip by Navionics. I had several problems with the Elite 5, and am much happier with the HDS 5. I went with the thru hull transducer by Airmar (P319) which required a 2" hole in the bottom of my yak. They also make a model that will mount thru scupper (B45-BL). Or you can mount the standard Lowrance transducer over the side to get accurate water temps. If water temps are no big deal to you, you can Goop or marine epoxy the standard one inside.

hey greg,

i looked up the airmar p319. isn't this a garmin product? if so, did you have any issues with using this for the lowrance transponder? also which transponder did you get? the 83 hrz or the 50 hrz?

thanks,

tim