Mounting a transducer - HELP!

[Sloberdog]

I did not have much success keeping the PVC plastic glued to the hull, that is when I decided to try the (packing) foam method, and that has been working great! I have it on my Outback and it fits in the cut-out pocket nice and snug. I transport the kayak upside down and it has ever come out. Good luck.

Semi-Permanent: I think more guys are using this method, basically it's just a piece of foam glued down to hull of the kayak with an area cut out to hold your transducer and keep it in contact with the bottom of the kayak. When it comes to gluing it down Lexel or Marine Goop works fine. The cut out for the transducer you should be tight so it fits snug. I use this method and it works great, sometimes I will have to place a little water in the cut-out so there is no air (transducers can't shoot thru air), another tip is use a little Vaseline inside the foam but water can also work as long as it stays on the packet, usually once you put it in there it stays there for a while and will insure a good reading. This set-up also gives you the ability to move from kayak to kayak whether using portable or non-portable

[bentrod1]

I am in no way trying to kill this post as I'm getting so much great info from you guys...as usual, but thank you all for your posts. I'm still researching ideas.

Dsafety, I like the Aussie's idea but will give you credit anyway. How are you securing the transducer to the hull?

I was thinking of using insulation foam to build a well but am now thinking of using that well secured with A and B 2 part epoxy putty then for added insulation and stabilization spraying the foam around the base of the plastic reservoir.

You've all probably seen this foam displayed at any H.D. or Lowe's. It's used for new window/door installs. I have to see how it will adhere to the yak. Since the foam is used on vinyl windows I think it should work well.?

FYI - I have the Hummingbird 160 PT (portable - never used it). Seems like a cool set up so far. The case houses all but the transducer. $129 at BPS. A nice little gift from the Mrs. I wonder if she knows that my Fathers Day gift (kayak) and Christmas gifts (rod, lures, line, fish finder) means she'll be seeing a lot less of me? Or maybe that's the plan? Either way....

Thanks for all your ideas and research!