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Stealth hatch mods.

Posted: 05 Dec 2018, 09:49
by Franko
I have settled on using a diy battery pack consisting of 3x 18650 some single holsters wired in series and a mobile dry bag all water proof deutsch connections. I have plastic welded a modified hobie padeye to clip the drybag to. I ran the sounder for 6 hours at work the voltage dropped to from 12.4 to 9.6v. I will be having a spare pack to plug in on standby. The battery are from an old laptop so I will leave invest in some new ones when I have tested this setup out. Most of my trips a short sessions only fishing a 3 hr window. I have also added a bungee storage solution and repaired a crack in the rear well.

Re: Stealth hatch mods.

Posted: 05 Dec 2018, 11:31
by peatop
Looks good frank :up: the FPV setup use what i assume to be a waterproof junction box, have you thought about doing the same?

Rather than running 3 batteries in series, you could run 2 sets in series then parallel to up your amps, this would remove the need to carry spares and ensure a good supply.

Your definitely on the right track ;)

Re: Stealth hatch mods.

Posted: 05 Dec 2018, 11:41
by Franko
The FPV is a great unit, however this cost me $10.00 so far. I like the back as a precaution rather then relying on one source. A high amperage would be great though.

Re: Stealth hatch mods.

Posted: 05 Dec 2018, 11:49
by peatop
inshorebrawler wrote:The FPV is a great unit, however this cost me $10.00 so far. I like the back as a precaution rather then relying on one source. A high amperage would be great though.
I ment for you to use a junction box to put your batteries in, then put a waterproof cable outlet for supply and charging.

Re: Stealth hatch mods.

Posted: 05 Dec 2018, 12:58
by Reeling
Great simple setup Frank. Like the bungee underneath hatch!

Re: Stealth hatch mods.

Posted: 05 Dec 2018, 14:10
by Franko
Reeling wrote:Great simple setup Frank. Like the bungee underneath hatch!
Thx Nath, I got your PM I look tonight .

Re: Stealth hatch mods.

Posted: 05 Dec 2018, 15:45
by Franko
peatop wrote:
inshorebrawler wrote:The FPV is a great unit, however this cost me $10.00 so far. I like the back as a precaution rather then relying on one source. A high amperage would be great though.
I ment for you to use a junction box to put your batteries in, then put a waterproof cable outlet for supply and charging.[/quote

Could idea Peter, I did have a small water tight container however, one of my staffys decided she wanted it more s i resorted to the bag idea. If it does not work ill find a clip lock container like the previous one. The junction box would be a pain to check id you lost power.

Re: Stealth hatch mods.

Posted: 05 Dec 2018, 19:02
by peatop
inshorebrawler wrote:
peatop wrote:
inshorebrawler wrote:The FPV is a great unit, however this cost me $10.00 so far. I like the back as a precaution rather then relying on one source. A high amperage would be great though.
I ment for you to use a junction box to put your batteries in, then put a waterproof cable outlet for supply and charging.[/quote

Could idea Peter, I did have a small water tight container however, one of my staffys decided she wanted it more s i resorted to the bag idea. If it does not work ill find a clip lock container like the previous one. The junction box would be a pain to check id you lost power.
Yeah i also thought that a junction bow could prove a pain, must admit i use a clip lock lunch style box, however this was/is meant to be a temporary situation till i decide on my permanent fixture, im leaning towards either an FTP 17AH or a diy of similar design once i upgrade to a bigger screen sounder ;)

Re: Stealth hatch mods.

Posted: 06 Dec 2018, 11:39
by Franko
:thumbsup: it's all about having a bit of fun with kayak mods. I tend to invest more energy into the mods than fishing lately