Padraig

Don't forget to remove the drill bit from the center of the hole saw. When I did it, I shortened the bit then removed it after the hole saw started cutting.

ls1nova

So what's the best method for glueing it down? should I just use some resin? Or epoxy? Also, am I better off to countersink it some, or mount it on top?

Thanks,
Frank

Padraig

The factory had me cut through the deck and coring, remove it, coat everything with resin or epoxy and insert puck. Make sure it cures before using boat. Again check with the factory as this was 1999, they may have different (better) methods now.

ls1nova

well, here's what I ended up doing. I went between the motor mounts and cut a hole right in the center of the boat, glassed it in, then epoxied the transducer in. I went out today and splashed it just to make sure it worked before I install the engine. It worked perfect. Now I can finish painting the bilge area.

Frank

Padraig

I take your transducer isn't round. Made the job more difficult but it looks good.

Please let us all know what numbers you get with the new motor.

ls1nova

Your right, the tranducer was pie shaped, and I didn't want to cut a hole any bigger than I had to, so I cut the hole like you see in the pic above.

I'll be sure to tell the #'s when I get it together. I'm pretty curious to know myself.

Frank

1HYPER1

Frank,what ya doin boy,engine out I thought I was the only one GOOFY enough to be making all of these changes.You have Steve going crazy,he thinks you might be adding should we say forced air induction and not A/C.

ls1nova

LOL, the A/C is there just to cool the air for the intercooler
I guess you guys will find out the scoop at V-fest

Frank

1HYPER1

Bring it on Biotch. Frank how is the little one.IN my world family comes first and then the boat. I will see you in New Jersey IF NOT SOONER.