Transducer Cable To Trolling Motor Problem

[HudsonHawk]

Hi all,

I would like to mount my new downscan unit to my TM. However, my motor shaft slides through a collar at the top to stow it, so I can't ty-wrap the cable to it. It's been suggested to simply ty-wrap it @ the top and bottom and just tuck the w\cable "somewhere" when the TM isn't in the water. I don't much like that idea too much. I COULD get an extention cable and transom mount the transducer, but would rather keep it up front.

What do you guys think??

[Under the Radar]

Hawk,

You didn't mention what TM you have. BUT I can tell you this. Assuming that your new Downscan has internal GPS antenna, youll want to mount it as close to the Transducer as possible. And since it's downscan you WILL want it on the bow.

Now back to the problem... Tell us which TM you have and we'll go from there

[HudsonHawk]

Ok...it's an old MinnKota 36# Turbo 865 w/ Autopilot

[Nice_Bass]

I do not own an MK, but from what i have heard from others is that you either have a big loop of cable if you just mount it and have stray wire, or you can do it through the shaft- Hang in there and someone on here will give you a good answer.

[slonezp]

Here's an old thread that might help

http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/99848-running-a-transducer-cable-up-the-trolling-motor/

[Wayne P.]

Your shaft probably doesn't have the groove for the cable-some newer models do. You are pretty much relegated to the floppy-cable-around-the-mount deal if you choose a TM mounted transducer.