Garmin Ice Transducer

[hardwater diehard]

https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=350330.msg3734572#msg3734572

[RapShack]

Something like this?

Yep, but now that dude mentioned it a ziptie would work and have a lot less bulk.

[manfromibiak]

I use the transom mount with a zip tie to balance it. Works ok, but a dedicated ice ducer is definitely better

Yes, but having a build that works would save us at least $70, more if you have the parts sitting in your garage/storage 

[manfromibiak]

Yep, but now that dude mentioned it a ziptie would work and have a lot less bulk.

Somebody mentioned zip tie to stabilize the angle and a float - pipe insulation or pool noodle (where can I get it in snowy winter months?). Not sure how I would tie it because Google image showed a different model transducer 

[Splattypus]

This came up the other day on reddit, someone shared the ebay link to a guy who 3d prints his own mounts for very cheap, and reported to be very effective

https://www.ebay.com/itm/363236661131?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=6qVxkWpYSOm&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=cbgFKjKHQM6&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[hardwater diehard]

https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=294143.0

[manfromibiak]

This came up the other day on reddit, someone shared the ebay link to a guy who 3d prints his own mounts for very cheap, and reported to be very effective

https://www.ebay.com/itm/363236661131?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=6qVxkWpYSOm&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=cbgFKjKHQM6&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

I saw that and wondering how it would work out, but I would definitely check this out. Thanks!

[manfromibiak]

https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=294143.0

Problem is my transducer cable is on the back side vs the front like the one shown....

[hardwater diehard]

Problem is my transducer cable is on the back side vs the front like the one shown....

Loop the cable ..place a zip tip...loosely but snug on/in the loop ...then place a zip tie in the loop and around the front of the the transducer ..can you remove or reposition that mount any

[manfromibiak]

Loop the cable ..place a zip tip...loosely but snug on/in the loop ...then place a zip tie in the loop and around the front of the the transducer ..can you remove or reposition that mount any

Thanks for the insight dude! I would definitely try it when I get home. How just need to test out how good the pipe insulation float when it's tied to a transducer

[hardwater diehard]

Thanks for the insight dude! I would definitely try it when I get home. How just need to test out how good the pipe insulation float when it's tied to a transducer

This is probably a better option ..keep thing neat n tidy

https://www.scheels.com/p/vexilar-replacement-float-with-stopper/05276202000.html?store=&src=hardlines&msclkid=8636a4528001177b08efc7fa29e404a3&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Bing%20Shopping&utm_term=4585100934539074&utm_content=Bing%20Shopping_24%20-%20Ice%20Fishing

[manfromibiak]

This is probably a better option ..keep thing neat n tidy

https://www.scheels.com/p/vexilar-replacement-float-with-stopper/05276202000.html?store=&src=hardlines&msclkid=8636a4528001177b08efc7fa29e404a3&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Bing%20Shopping&utm_term=4585100934539074&utm_content=Bing%20Shopping_24%20-%20Ice%20Fishing

That's a great idea, I have never used a Vexilar float before so I wonder how that works...

[hardwater diehard]

That's a great idea, I have never used a Vexilar float before so I wonder how that works...

It is EZPZ and removable and has a stopper, The stopper stays on the cable so not to get lost ( Hint :got to add it from the plug end )

[manfromibiak]

It is EZPZ and removable and has a stopper, The stopper stays on the cable so not to get lost ( Hint :got to add it from the plug end )

Let me get one and try it out. Seems more logical that way if it works since it's not THAT expensive

[manfromibiak]

Loop the cable ..place a zip tip...loosely but snug on/in the loop ...then place a zip tie in the loop and around the front of the the transducer ..can you remove or reposition that mount any

I finally went to Fleet Farm and grabbed the float and here's the end product. I opt to keep the mount on so I don't have to worry about the transducer sitting straight in the water. Let me know what you think.

[hardwater diehard]

It looks like it would work ...my concern is there is a lot of stuff to get hooked up on ...could be a cause for lost fish ...especially in skinny ice .

[RapShack]

I finally went to Fleet Farm and grabbed the float and here's the end product. I opt to keep the mount on so I don't have to worry about the transducer sitting straight in the water. Let me know what you think.

Looks like it should work, but if you're going to be sitting in one spot drill two holes right next to each other fishfinder in one jigging in the other.  Also ice transducers are weighted so that might be a bit more float than you need.  If it ends up with a bunch of it above water you can trim it down to save bulk.

[manfromibiak]

It looks like it would work ...my concern is there is a lot of stuff to get hooked up on ...could be a cause for lost fish ...especially in skinny ice .

I was okay with my previous build which was bulkier than now. I switched was because I don't want to carry too much and with this new build I can just grab the float and take it out of the water faster.

[manfromibiak]

Looks like it should work, but if you're going to be sitting in one spot drill two holes right next to each other fishfinder in one jigging in the other.  Also ice transducers are weighted so that might be a bit more float than you need.  If it ends up with a bunch of it above water you can trim it down to save bulk.

That's what I was planning - drill two holes. With the weight being larger, would it affect the way it sits in the water or is it just the cosmetics part of it? If so I can either cut it down or put the PVC connector back on the mount to add weight

[hardwater diehard]

manfromibiak   any pictures of your shuttle/ice pack/transport ?

[manfromibiak]

manfromibiak   any pictures of your shuttle/ice pack/transport ?

This was my original plan but after taking the device out for a test drive I am leaning towards getting a igloo 9 qt cooler as a new build. The case isn't design to have that much cable to be stored inside 

[hardwater diehard]

If you coil and zip tie the cable leaving 5 ft handy you should be able to manage it with that case . Another suggestion is to purchase a Vexilar Transducer Arm...and mount to that screw on the units right side . This can be accomplished by getting a piece of PVC pipe sthe same diameter as the attaching point of the Vexilar Arm ...add/glue an end cap to the PVC pipe and drill a hole add a bolt.  this will give you some good options ..especially in skinny ice ...remove the float and place the stopper in the notch ..this will give you lots of room in the hole ..especially if placed in the back of the hole ..noting that keeping the transducer level is paramount


https://store.vexilar.com/transducer-support-arm.html

[RapShack]

With the weight being larger, would it affect the way it sits in the water or is it just the cosmetics part of it?

Honestly the best way to answer that is to just fill up a 5gal bucket with water and see if everything looks good.  It could potentially tip to the side a bit if there's too much of it sticking out.

That sonar bag is a lot nicer setup than a cooler.  I'd just take the transducer cable and loop the excess back over on itself to make flat circle, use a couple twist ties to hold the shape, and stick it between the base and the bottom of the bag.

[manfromibiak]

If you coil and zip tie the cable leaving 5 ft handy you should be able to manage it with that case . Another suggestion is to purchase a Vexilar Transducer Arm...and mount to that screw on the units right side . This can be accomplished by getting a piece of PVC pipe sthe same diameter as the attaching point of the Vexilar Arm ...add/glue an end cap to the PVC pipe and drill a hole add a bolt.  this will give you some good options ..especially in skinny ice ...remove the float and place the stopper in the notch ..this will give you lots of room in the hole ..especially if placed in the back of the hole ..noting that keeping the transducer level is paramount


https://store.vexilar.com/transducer-support-arm.html

So keep the foam and add the transducer arm? Speaking of, it does have a place with a screw on to add some sort of arm on there I suspected, now it makes sense that you mentioned transducer arm

[manfromibiak]

Honestly the best way to answer that is to just fill up a 5gal bucket with water and see if everything looks good.  It could potentially tip to the side a bit if there's too much of it sticking out.

That sonar bag is a lot nicer setup than a cooler.  I'd just take the transducer cable and loop the excess back over on itself to make flat circle, use a couple twist ties to hold the shape, and stick it between the base and the bottom of the bag.

I will have to plan this as I have the float to deal with... But I will test out the float first to see where it leads me

[meandcuznalfy]

This was my original plan but after taking the device out for a test drive I am leaning towards getting a igloo 9 qt cooler as a new build. The case isn't design to have that much cable to be stored inside 

All the cable will fit in the case, it has arms on the right side to wrap it around.

[manfromibiak]

All the cable will fit in the case, it has arms on the right side to wrap it around.

Arm? I don't see any arms... 

[hardwater diehard]

Arm? I don't see any arms... 

Can you wrap the cable around the the handle arms ?

[manfromibiak]

This is probably a better option ..keep thing neat n tidy

https://www.scheels.com/p/vexilar-replacement-float-with-stopper/05276202000.html?store=&src=hardlines&msclkid=8636a4528001177b08efc7fa29e404a3&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Bing%20Shopping&utm_term=4585100934539074&utm_content=Bing%20Shopping_24%20-%20Ice%20Fishing

This works a lot better than I anticipated! Thanks for the suggestion! I just need to get creative on the cable part and I'm set to go ice fishing (my Milwaukee M18 drill just got delivered today!). Thanks again everyone who helped me with the build!!

[manfromibiak]

Can you wrap the cable around the the handle arms ?

Negative, but I can see if I can utilize the pockets on the side of the bag since I have no use of it really