Transducer Mounting on a 13' Super Sport

[Spenc]

I have a 1985 13' Super Sport and would like to find the best location on the transom to mount a Garmin transducer.

When I put it close to the center point on the starboard side, I was getting what I believe was prop wash and it would not read the depth unless I went under 18mph. When I moved it to the furthest point to the right of the chine on the starboard side, it seemed to raise out of the water as soon as I started to get on plane and stopped reading. Does anyone have experience with this small Whaler and could suggest the best place to locate the transducer? Also, does it make a difference which side of prop you locate the transducer?

Thanks
Paul

[jimh]

See the REFERENCE Section article on the topic:

SONAR Transducers
http://continuouswave.com/whaler/refere ... ducer.html

The transom is far upstream of any propeller wash, unless the boat is making stern way.

[Spenc]

Thanks for the reference. Not much room on the transom, but will try a different location on the port side.

When I mentioned prop wash, I wasn't sure if there was any turbulence in front of the lower unit as the boat moves forward. Not concerned about the reading when underway in reverse, as always just moving slowly.

Thanks again