Im tired of...

[shortdraw]

The interference i get from my x5 motorguide...i have done just about everything ive heard to do but still get it on my humminbirds. A buddy of mine using same hbs with a minnkota tm has no issues..never been a fan of minnkotas because i thought they are overpriced. But after spending time with his thinking they are built better. The model im looking at or the i can afford is the terrova with the new spot lock. Does anyone have any input good or bad regarding them? And where is a good place to buy one from if i go that route. Thanks shortdraw

[ad1974]

Last year I switched over from a Motorguide to a Minn Kota Powerdrive and have been happy with it.Took a
little while to get use to the electric steer coming from the cable steer,but I like it better now especially for any kind of trolling.I got it from Brian at BBG Marine,great prices and service.

[CatFan]

The interference generally comes from the variable speed models, so be sure you are comparing apples to apples. 5 speeds generally don't cause problems.

[rnvinc]

TM interference can encroach into Sonar systems in 2 common paths ...

1. Thru the Sonar power system ...

2. Thru the Sonar xducer channel(s) system ...

(sometimes 3. Head unit itself - but rare) ...

Until the interference is certainly identified as to which path it's encroaching into the Sonar = we're chasing rabbits ...
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You've no doubt determined it's TM creating the interference ... but have you determined which path the interference is even getting into the Sonar system ...??

Find the culprit path of encroachment - and the rabbit is easier to catch ...

Rickie

[shortdraw]

Ok i can believe that...now what would be the best way to find out? I only notice it di...ive run a ground wire from the skeg to neg on battery, i have put th ferrite on the power cord on the front unit..i have direct power to battery to each unit...granted at some speeds i dont get any interference but others i get alot...usually the slower speed is when i see it...im open for help...thanks

[BobB]

What Humminbird units do you have?

[shortdraw]

Im running helix 7 gen1 on the bow and a helix9 gen2 on the console...

[BobB]

What model is the 7? Is it 2d, Di, or Si?


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[shortdraw]

Its a di combo

[Cray]

Brian at BBG has a pretty good sale going on refurb, display and return models right now. Full 1 year warranty. Might check it out. But work these guys a little and you can probably find your culprit.