Scupper mounts

Need to mount my FF on a 2010 PA-14
Has anyone used a scupper mount for their FF transducer?
How do they fare compared to the Duct seal shoot thru mounts?

Thanks
Tom

I've never used one in my Pro Anglers.  Spend $6 on a block of Duct Seal putty at an Electrical Supply Store.  Make a well for your transducer to sit in and pour a little water inside before each trip out.  Reads great.  Here's a video tutorial

A scupper mount is one more thing you'll have to monkey with before launching and pulling into shore (IMHO).  Good luck. ~Brad

Thanks.  The more I read,the more the"kiss" principle seems to apply.

Tom

Does anyone use the "GOOP" method? Basically, made a puddle of the clear "GOOP" stuff on the inside, taking care not to make bubbles, then pressing the transducer into the puddle with either weight, or a wedge to keep it right against the hull until dry. It eliminates the need to constantly fill the "pool" with water and doesn't require any type of maintenance, although it was more permanent obviously. It was pretty popular down south.

My X-Factor has a recess specifically made for my FF. The transducer bolts right intto the recess and the transducer wire is routed up through a rear scupper.  I drilled a hole in upper part of the side of my rear well and found a grommet that fit the hole and wire. I sealed it with a little silicone.  It's watertight and works perfectly.   

I used the goop method. Works just fine. You have to ensure that you don't have any bubbles.  If you do get bubbles you have to pull it off and start over

I also used the goop method, but used E-6000, a little stronger adhesive.  Works great but I had to let it dry for a week or so because it stayed soft in the center of the transducer (don't ask me how I know),  My LOwrance transducer was pretty large, so you may not have that issue.  Great readings at least in shallow water.

One thing I like about the E-6000, which may be true for other adhesives too, is that I didn't sand or do any prep to the hull other than wiping it clean.  When I've removed it I can pull it off cleanly, but not easily.  Seems like the perfect adhesion.