Transducer Question

[Fishrman]

I have an X-135 at bow. Looking to learn some deep fishing tactics. The question I have is, would I be better off to use the built in transducer in my Maxxum Pro 80, or should I go back with the original puck transducer that came for the trolling motor with the unit? Thanks in advance.

[DeadHead]

I'd strap on and use the OEM or original.

[Chris Tetrick]

I've had problems with the same T. Motor's built in transducer. 3 years ago when I first got one it worked perfectly and seemed like the best invention ever, but 2 weeks later one day it just quit working. I had it fixed under warranty and a little while later it did it again, it wouldn't show the bottom or anything inbetween and could barley tell the depth. So I stuck a puck back on the motor and never went back to get the built in fixed. I've been in other friends boats with them, some have good ones and some are skunky. I believe a working transducer built in is fine but a puck or skimmer outside always seems to go smooth. I also try to replace them on occasion. I always try and get a new one around June and run it through the fall, then replace it for the winter time. A newer puck transducer always seems like it'll read a lot better than one that's been ran 5-6 months.

[Dutch]

I'd take the puck with me to the lake get over a deep spot check it out with the internal then switch from one transducer to the other and see if there is a difference. You can just hang the puck over the side and see if it reads better. If there is then go with the best read.

[CMAC]

I have had better luck using the skimmer (outside) on my x17m.

[Scarecrow]

My X17 came with a skimmer but I changed it to the puck. Feel I have better cone control with the puck. Either will do the trick but play with both and see what you like best.