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Van · 03-07-2003, 08:52 AM

Don't take a chance on "sticking" to the hull. If it comes loose you are scr#$ed. You should not worry about drilling a couple of small holes. Silicon them and your all set.

heres a tip a "boat guy" told me about sealing screws in the boat.

Drill the hole and drive the screw in dry. Take it out add the silicon, but DO NOT tighten all the way it will push the silicon out.
Rather drive it most of the way, and leave it just a 1/4-1/2 turn loose, then after the silicon cures thighten the rest of the way, that way the sealant stays put.\

I have reservations about the Hummingbirds, I have had mine quite a few years and its time for an upgrade. They tell you the depth, but fish finding ain't the best. If you loose signal underway, turn the gain up. thats ususally the fix.

good Luck

03-07-2003, 08:52 AM	#8
Van zoom iTrader: (0) Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Quincy Posts: 4,145	Don't take a chance on "sticking" to the hull. If it comes loose you are scr#$ed. You should not worry about drilling a couple of small holes. Silicon them and your all set. heres a tip a "boat guy" told me about sealing screws in the boat. Drill the hole and drive the screw in dry. Take it out add the silicon, but DO NOT tighten all the way it will push the silicon out. Rather drive it most of the way, and leave it just a 1/4-1/2 turn loose, then after the silicon cures thighten the rest of the way, that way the sealant stays put.\ I have reservations about the Hummingbirds, I have had mine quite a few years and its time for an upgrade. They tell you the depth, but fish finding ain't the best. If you loose signal underway, turn the gain up. thats ususally the fix. good Luck Last edited by Van; 03-07-2003 at 08:55 AM..
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