The Vexilar Alumaducer works as planned.

[franklyfrank]

I finally got around to complete this DIY project planned last year . I got bogged down delaing with the aftermat of Hurricane Helene and Milton.
The entire project took me about 3 hours and cost about $ 300.00. Could have completed it quicker had I been a midget Hudini . Getting to the back of the instrument pannel is a real challange for a 6'3 tall 81 year old.
The VEXILAR ALUMADUCER works beutifully and accuratly at any speed no fading nor bouncing. I coupled it with a HUMMUNBIRD HDR 650 SOUNDER.
When ordering thhe Alumaducer you need to also order the 7 pin adapter for the Humminbird.
I installled the Alumaducer as forward as phisically possible in the middle tube .

 

[franklyfrank]

I should have stated that the Alumaducer is a TROUGH the HULL transducer and it is very simple to install.
Pick the location sand or wire brush it and wipe it clean with alcohol or such and apply the special Epoxy to glue it in place.

 

[sunedog]

Great job. With all the issues with exposed rear mounted transducers, I wonder why through hull versions aren't more common.

 

[Jack M]

Great job. With all the issues with exposed rear mounted transducers, I wonder why through hull versions aren't more common.

I dont know , but on Benningtons my guess would be due their lifetime ( to the original owner, ) structural warranty.

 

[Vikingstaff]

Echoing Sundogs comment above in my head. They use through the hull on PWC, and I’ve sometimes wondered about them on the tritoon. Thanks for sharing putting one on your boat. Please share follow up over time as to how it works out. For those dealing with shallow water or those that beach a lot, this seems like such a better set up.