Fish Finder ??

[Crash Murdock]

Should I leave my fish finder screen hooked up on the boat all the time? Worried about the connector plug getting corroded. If I leave it on should I cover with a plastic bag or something? Or are these things waterproof or just water resistant? Boat sits out no garage. It's aluminum so it won't rot. Thanks for any input.

 

[DJ]

Re: Fish Finder ??

Crash,<br /><br />Most of those connectors are waterproof. However, a shot of WD-40 once and awhile will help.<br /><br />I would be more concerned about the effects of the sun on the LCR screen. Sun fades them out.

 

[Jack Shellac]

Re: Fish Finder ??

If it's an expensive one, I believe I'd take in in the house. Agree sun is worse enemy than water. The least would be to buy a vinyl cover for it.

 

[Boatist]

Re: Fish Finder ??

Crash<br />I take all my electronic in every day. I cover my boat but it is out in the sun and temperature under cover over 140 degrees in summer. Even if not covered if it is a dark or black case you can bet temp reaches 150 degrees. That type heat will shorten life of any electronics.<br /><br />Also since have over $3000 worth of electronics on boat want to take in to secure.

 

[Crash Murdock]

Re: Fish Finder ??

Thanks for the info. I think I will take in every time I get back from fishing. That is what I have been doing. WD-40 good idea. Thanks for the info again.