Cockpit Fishfinder / Plotter

kcassal · Posted: Thu Apr 27, 2023 5:06 pm Post subject: Cockpit Fishfinder / Plotter

Hey. Wondering if anyone has installed a cockpit fishfinder or plotter. I'm thinking of installing a 7" plotter above the bathroom window on a Venture 26. Wondering if anyone else has done a similar thing.

Salmon Fisher · Posted: Fri Apr 28, 2023 10:18 am Post subject:

I'm interested in doing the same thing on my 25 Cruiser. Next year I will add a helm and kicker control under the head window.

I like the system that Colby Smith has on his boat.

<img src="http://www.c-brats.com/albums/album3124/IMG_8974.sized.jpg" alt="GPSMAP 541 installed at cockpit helm"/>

kcassal · Posted: Fri Apr 28, 2023 12:01 pm Post subject:

That's pretty slick. I'm not going to do a second helm but this is a very clean install by Colby:

There's way less room over the window on the C-25 vs the Venture 26

kcassal · Posted: Fri Apr 28, 2023 12:34 pm Post subject:

Just an FYI. For trolling I've added a Garmin autopilot remote so that I can steer from this device while fishing in the cockpit. Not so helpful for docking or other things but I've been really happy with it for fishing.

https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/636376

Catch 22 · Posted: Sun Apr 30, 2023 9:02 pm Post subject:

I installed the Garmin autopilot with throttle control for the kicker and really like it. I can steer and control my speed while fishing from anywhere in the boat. It works better than expected and does not sacrifice any space in the cockpit. I agree, docking with it would be interesting but probably doable with practice.

ATPNW · Posted: Sun Apr 30, 2023 9:27 pm Post subject:

If using for fishing/trolling I thought this setup might be better placement as my eyes are always facing aft when I’m in the cockpit. I installed this over the winter so haven’t used it in this configuration yet.

Peter & Judy · Posted: Mon May 01, 2023 8:30 pm Post subject:

Depending on your electronics you might be able to install and App that mirrors your chart plotter or fish finder on you iPad. I recently installed a new Raymarine Axiom+ system. There are different Apps that allow you to view and control your electronics. I keep my iPad in a waterproof case and use a Ram mount.

Peter & Judy · Posted: Mon May 01, 2023 8:32 pm Post subject:

duplicate

kcassal · Posted: Tue May 02, 2023 1:23 pm Post subject:

Thanks for the feedback!

I've been trying to use the iPad. It does a good job of mirroring the Garmin however it needs to be plugged in for a day of fishing and the screen behind a waterproof cover is not nearly as good as a proper plotter / fish finder. I'm going to keep experimenting with it though. Having the plotters networked would give you full control from either screen.

I was also thinking of a rear mount near the outboard with a Seaview Pod. I may also go this route as it would minimize holes in the boat and make the plotter less "stealable".

https://www.seaviewglobal.com/products/rail-pods?variant=12309235990626

ssobol · Posted: Tue May 02, 2023 4:34 pm Post subject: