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You should consider mounting the LSS on the back of your boat (jackplate mount preferred if you have one, otherwise on the transom in such a place where you get unobstructed sidescan views), and use it with your HDS-7. It provides DownScan also. Replace you HDI transducer with a standard 2D transduc...

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Not aware of a single place to find this info but each owner's manual lists the amp draw for each item.

Marc

Really hard to diagnose issues when we can't see what you are seeing. If you take a screen shot on your TI2 and post the image we can give good advice. The first important information to know is if you have both running at the same time? If you move into water deeper than 10 feet with both running y...

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I agree with Ken. You might also consider checking with your insurance carrier to see if you have coverage for a claim. With my insurance company (USAA) this would be a covered claim on my boat insurance (I added coverage for contents) but would also be covered on my homeowner's insurance.

Marc

Best weight for Bubba Shotting is a QuickDrop, and besides all the small sizes they come in 1/2 oz, 3/4 oz, and even 1 oz. The teardrop shape punches a hole in the mats so the worm follows without fowling, and the shape allows the weights to come back out of the mat easily without grabbing weeds.

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I have caught many big bass dropshotting; including a 9 pounder during a tournament dropshotting a wacky rig 6" Senko with a 3/4 oz QuickDrop. Big lures equal big bass; dropshotting to me is a presentation, your lure is limited to your imagination.

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I sell more 1/4 ounce QuickDrops than any other size by far. 3/16 oz. Is the next most popular size. That being said, I have personally won far more money in tournaments using 3/8 ounce, and the 1/16 oz sizes. People tend to stick with something that worked, and fail to try other sizes. They are mis...

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And yes, a Point-1 will be a great addition. Check out my Point-1 article in the next upcoming WesternBass.com magazine.

Marc

Based upon what you have described, I would guess your software update (18.3) did not work in your console unit. In each HDS, go to System Settings and look at the About screen to verify which software version you have in each unit.

Marc

QuickDrops dropshot weights are the best balanced teardrop weights, with the best swiveled line clip on the market. And they come in 8 sizes. All you need...

https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/West_Co ... -WCQD.html

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The time on both of my HDS8 Gen 2's stopped working also and just shows 3 dashes- checked settings reset local time and can't get the time to display on either graphs no matter what I do even tried resetting to factory default still doesn't display the time......frustrating Go here for your answer:...

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http://www.bbcboards.net/showthread.php?t=938187 Sluggo has the answer. Go to the website he suggested (most of the posts in the beginning are incorrect so be sure to read all the way through). The short answer is that the Gen 2 units have a GPS chip in which the chip manufacturer failed to properl...

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Have to delay my trip up north to the next week, so will unfortunately miss this event. Bummed!

Marc

Nice, Tyler! I have done the exact same thing many years ago on Long Lake the first day I ever fished it; using a 5" Senko when they first came out.

Marc

It is going to be great; hope I can make it.
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Ha Ha Ha Ha!

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I tow my Ranger Z20 with a 2013 Yukon Denali Hybrid, stock with 22" wheels. Have 135,000 miles and no problems towing. Potholes are deadly on these wheels whether towing or not. Ruined several tires from California potholes, but not while towing. Suggest getting road hazard coverage when buying...

Marc

OK, if you confirmed the 7.0 software is on your unit, just to confirm your StructureScan is set to DownScan under view? You will not see FishReveal on the Sidescan menu, but will on the DownScan menu. If this isn't the problem, then I would do a soft reset. If that didn't work, next would re-instal...

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ash, wasn't aware they eliminated the anti-reverse; that is a big mistake. I use the same reel in a two year old version as you can see in the video in my article. I was disappointed then that they relocated the anti-reverse lever to under the reel body, and made it hard to quickly change, but pract...

Marc

You will have to go into the menu options to go to the network, and select for each function (i.e. rpm, gps speed, etc.) that you want to select your engine for the source of that data.

Marc

Might need a little more details. Let's try this first: Did you go into the DownScan menu and turn FishReveal on?

Marc

Dennis, You already received great answers, but I will add to what was said. On a spinning reel a front drag is the most reliable and strongest system. Rear drag spinning reels are more prone to failure and are not common as a result. The best solution in my opinion is a quality front drag, set firm...

Marc

Any time you have two fishfinders on the same boat, operating on the same frequency, where you are in deep enough water their sonar cones overlap, you will experience cross-talk interference, regardless of the model or brand. A common solution is to run them on different frequencies, as you have alr...

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The new Hook2 Series is a great choice if you want the simplest to install and operate fish finder on the market, at a great price. It is fully automatic, so you cannot get the settings wrong, and the picture is fantastic. It has regular sonar, and also has sidescan and downscan if the TripleShot ve...

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Did you program your Carbon with the transducer model number (pages, settings, sonar, installation)? Not sure there even is a TotalScan choice yet. Also set the Mode to "Freshwater" or "Shallow Water Mode". Most anglers who buy the Carbons use other transducers and not the TotalS...

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The new NOS59 Software Update with "fishreveal" and high contrast StructureScan is now live on the Lowrance website:

https://www.lowrance.com/help-and-suppo ... ade-nos59/

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Not from there, but have fished there for years...

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I would also add that just because you have a new boat with new sonar units, do not assume they have the latest software version on them. Check the version and the Lowrance website often to get the full benefit of your units.

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Marc

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The new Hook2 units are great units, but since you already have an HDS unit on the console, and the transducer and power cable for another at the bow, I would suggest another HDS unit if you plan to network them together and use all the great HDS features like sharing transducers, engine data on you...

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Mark, There are very good answers to your questions, if you are willing to consider them. We will have to have a discussion over coffee one day. The irony is that the very things you fear about this project are destined to happen to the delta without this project. There is much more at stake than th...

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Believe it or not, it is also worth pulling off your trolling motor prop and make sure no line or debris is binding the shaft. Also inspect the blades of your trolling motor prop. When they get dinged or out of balance, they can cause interference, sometimes only at certain speeds (similar to a car ...

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Mark, If I get time this week I will show you that the necessary permits to begin construction have been approved; but I am very busy, and like Steve, have to be judicious with my posts. It is not hard to find the truth, but you do need to fact check the vocal sources. I have tried to lay low on muc...

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I agree with Steve on this...fake news.

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The 3D is worth the extra dollars, but mainly for the 2D sidescan which is outstanding with the 3D Transducer and 3D Box. What I am saying is that the 2D SideScan is really good, but the 3D SideScan is awesome and worth it if you can afford it and like the best possible pictures. Additionally, there...

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Going to miss you, Gary. Good luck in Texas!
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Really sad and unexpected news; my prayers are with Cooch's family and his many friends. Rest in peace, compadre.
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You won't regret it, the bass fishing is excellent once you figure out the differences. Just realize there are no threadfin shad for forage; it changes how the bass feed and act. Crayfish are big here, and various other baitfish like sculpin, stickleback, yellow perch, smelt, trout, and many more.

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Tom, that is a great story. I am guessing it will be years before you can catch another Mama Pesce from that same spot due to the water levels we face now. Although I have no data to confirm my suspicions, I suspect the drought is significantly affecting the entire food chain. The lack of water runo...

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I agree that you should experiment with your frequency use as the best changes with water and depth considerations. I generally use High or Medium Chirp. I also sometimes run 83 KHz and chirp at the same time to avoid crosstalk (unless I have sonar networked). For downscan I generally use 800 and fo...

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I am pretty concerned as well, Tom; the bait is just not there and what shad has appeared so far is tiny. I had hoped the bait was stacked up in deep water, and had yet to move shallow but that seems less likely now that a thermocline is at 20 feet and shad are not above it. We need some baitfish to...

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You moved to where there is better bass fishing, not less. Search the internet for some of my articles.

Marc

That rod should work fine for open hook applications and light line as stated above, especially dropshotting with a nose-hooked worm using a Gamakatsu dropshot hook. When you get a bite you reel quickly until the rod loads up. In most cases you don't need to set the hook with an open hook, but I pre...

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Tom,
Casitas bass just came off the spawn which is one reason they are so skinny now. The shad have also not yet moved shallow where most of the bass still are. Give it a few weeks and it will likely get better.

Marc

Yes, really enjoyed those days and the comradery. Lots of good information shared and good friendship; and entertaining posts.

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Marc

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That crappie is in his Army uniform!

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I have fished several lakes in Italy, including Bolsena in 2004. Loved the entire experience; and yes, dropshot was the deal and new to the locals back then. Next time I need to fish bass in Sicily where they grow bigger.

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Done!

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Damage to the boat can be controlled and fixed; the trailer damage is the problem, and is irreversible and inevitable. I wouldn't hesitate to launch in freshwater and ride to the salt, but I will never again launch in the salt without a trailer made to do so. Don't ask me how I know...

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Team Eric is not just a brand with a flashy boat wrap; its a testament to inner strength and an inspiration to all! Chemo treatments get harder with each session, and Eric literally finished his exhaustive chemo treatment on Friday. Not only did he tough out the physical pain and discomfort, he also...

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Amen to that, brother!! And the Heart Tail casts a mile!

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