Post by: blackpowderhunter on September 23, 2018, 12:45:09 PM
looking to upgrade this winter to something with Chirp.
Starting to become overwhelmed with garmin vs lowrance, and all of the different transducer options.
i like the garmin echomap 74cv with downview, but then dont like being stuck with garmin maps only without the ability to run navionics (what i have in my lowrance now)
then when i start looking at transducer options and different frequencies my mind starts spinning even more.
what should i be looking at for a transducer? 600w, 500w, 1000w? what frequencies?
95% of my fishing is salt water, puget sound and the straight for salmon and halibut.
overall budget for a new set up is around 800....
i'm open to any and all input!
Post by: Wetwoodshunter on September 23, 2018, 01:18:25 PM
I have a Furuno 627 and a Furuno 1971f on my boat. I couldn't afford the transducer yet and use an Arimar p66 transducer. I can mark fish at 20 knots and hit bottom up to 1,200 feet. Although chirp is cool, nobody needs it.
Post by: blackpowderhunter on September 23, 2018, 01:33:53 PM
but i won't lie... i like toys, and i like to upgrade toys every now and again.
Post by: CLARKTAR on September 23, 2018, 06:41:52 PM
i know an upgrade isn't necessary, i find bait, and fish, and catch fish (most days).I got a lowerance elite and can't figure out how to use it very well. If you are ever in Port Angeles area, get in touch and share some knowledge!
but i won't lie... i like toys, and i like to upgrade toys every now and again.
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Post by: blackpowderhunter on September 24, 2018, 07:40:45 AM
would be more than happy to!i know an upgrade isn't necessary, i find bait, and fish, and catch fish (most days).I got a lowerance elite and can't figure out how to use it very well. If you are ever in Port Angeles area, get in touch and share some knowledge!
but i won't lie... i like toys, and i like to upgrade toys every now and again.
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Post by: Snowgoose1 on September 25, 2018, 08:28:01 PM
Post by: lokidog on September 25, 2018, 09:20:11 PM
Post by: CLARKTAR on September 25, 2018, 10:22:15 PM
Awesome. Shoot me a PM if you are out this way.would be more than happy to!i know an upgrade isn't necessary, i find bait, and fish, and catch fish (most days).I got a lowerance elite and can't figure out how to use it very well. If you are ever in Port Angeles area, get in touch and share some knowledge!
but i won't lie... i like toys, and i like to upgrade toys every now and again.
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Post by: Stein on September 26, 2018, 08:27:31 AM
https://lr.factoryoutletstore.com/details/280473/lowrance-elite-7t-touch-hdi-transducer.html?category_id=60262&catalogitemid=253380
CHIRP is nice to have, but it isn't going to double your catch.
Post by: blackpowderhunter on September 26, 2018, 08:37:02 AM
I don't think your $800 budget will get you much better than what you have. :dunno:starting to realize that..budget might go up but we'll see.
looks like my budget would only cover a good ducer..unfortunately, id need a sonar hub on my gen 2 to upgrade the transducer only. ah well, more research to do!
Post by: lokidog on September 26, 2018, 08:52:40 AM
I really like my Totalscan transducer, but it is around $300 just by itself.
Post by: blackpowderhunter on September 26, 2018, 09:01:47 AM
If you replace it and want to sell, let me know. Depending on price, I would be interested as I want a second screen to network in that I can mount at the stern.when i do upgrade i will shoot you a message. :tup:
I really like my Totalscan transducer, but it is around $300 just by itself.
Post by: blackpowderhunter on September 26, 2018, 09:08:46 AM
You can get an Elite 7 with tranducer and CHIRP for $699. There aren't going to be may options in that price range, but I run that unit and it is very solid.do you think this would be a measurable upgrade from my current set up?
https://lr.factoryoutletstore.com/details/280473/lowrance-elite-7t-touch-hdi-transducer.html?category_id=60262&catalogitemid=253380
CHIRP is nice to have, but it isn't going to double your catch.
Post by: Stein on September 26, 2018, 10:19:28 AM
You can get an Elite 7 with tranducer and CHIRP for $699. There aren't going to be may options in that price range, but I run that unit and it is very solid.do you think this would be a measurable upgrade from my current set up?
https://lr.factoryoutletstore.com/details/280473/lowrance-elite-7t-touch-hdi-transducer.html?category_id=60262&catalogitemid=253380
CHIRP is nice to have, but it isn't going to double your catch.
It will get you CHIRP in your budget. I don't have experience with your current setup but wouldn't hesitate to buy the Elite 7 again given that price range. I think the next step up involves dropping $1-2k on a transducer and/or a bigger screen if that is important.
Post by: lokidog on September 26, 2018, 01:01:57 PM
http://www.thedigitaloasis.com/Lowrance-HDS12-GEN3-Totalscan-Bundle_p_52981.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjw3KzdBRDWARIsAIJ8TMQNKlzUZe-AxrzOX0OsrJy1IwKTM5YA-h2Hk2QqdCs2AVaRbE8k2G0aAjU_EALw_wcB#.W6vn8mhKjIU