How to install a fish finder/GSP on a kayak

Having purchased my Hobie Tandem Adventure Island with fishing in mind, a GPS/Fish Finder became a ‘must have’. I recently purchased the Humminbird 385ci combination GPS/Fish Finder based on its good reviews and size, however I couldn’t find many instructional articles on the internet with respect to installation. During the installation process I produced the following ‘how to’ YouTube – I hope you find it useful.

Parts List:

1 x Waterproof inline fuse and holder  (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/1-x-WATERPROOF-INLINE-FUSE-HOLDER-20A-20-AMP-BLADE-/190553969600)

1 x ½ inch household tap washer (http://www.kamhardware.co.uk/HH672-1/2%60-TAP-WASHER/164.htm)

1 x Rubber grommet with thread

1 x Hobie kayak gear bucket (http://www.austinkayak.com/products/730/Hobie-Kayak-Gear-Bucket.html)

1 x Rechargeable sealed lead acid (gell cell) battery (http://www.austinkayak.com/products/2811/Humminbird-GCBK-12-Volt-Gel-Cell-Battery-with-Charger.html)

1 x Railblaza Tracport Dash (http://www.railblaza.com/products/view/tracport_dash_500/169/59/)

2 x Railblaza Starports (http://www.railblaza.com/products/view/starport/116/59/)

1 x Railblaza adjustable platform http://www.railblaza.com/products/view/adjustable_platforms/117/59/)

1 x Mobi Mobile Device Holder (http://www.railblaza.com/products/view/mobi_mobile_device_holder/155/59/)

1 x Packet heavy duty (UV/weatherproof) cable ties

1 x Roll electrical tape

1 x length cable binder/keeper

1 x Packet self adhesive cable holders

1 x Tube of marine silicone sealant

1 x Packet of heat shrink wrap

1 x Roll of 12v insulated electrical wire

1 x Waterproof 12v 2 way connector

Tool List:

1 x Soldering iron and solder

1 x Gas flame lighter or butane torch

1 x Power drill and drill bit

1 x Philips head screw driver

1 x Length string or twine

1 x Lead sinker or other weight

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