I have a 2020 FX Cruiser and a Garmin Striker 45CV. Last year, after watching several videos, I installed the transducer in the hull. In my case, the transducer did track through the hull. It does work on our VX Cruiser though, with a Striker 4. I decided to try your method yesterday for the FX. Thanks for taking the time to post your method and responding to others, as I'm glad to see that it held up well. I like that there are NO wires on the swim deck , that the pass-through drill hole is not too big, and that there is nothing to remove inside the cramped engine compartment.
@@mike43v3r Sorry I never got a notification of your Reply. There is a typo in my post. Through-the-hull worked on the VX cruiser with the Striker 4 - not the FX cruiser with the 45CV. I suspect it has more to do with the different transducers than the different Waverunners. Since another year has passed, I can say that we do prefer the through-the-hull. It never gets knocked out of place, especially when jumping over waves.
Looks great! Thanks so much for taking the time to record, edit, and share for all to see. This will really help others looking to do the same. I would also like to say having the cable routed through the transom as shown in the video is EXACLY how the Yamaha dealers are installing the transducer on the 2019 FX Limiteds. Also, running the hole saw in reverse after the pilot bit through will also cut the hole in the hull. Very light pressure is all that is needed, especially when the hole is breaking through. Light pressure will prevent chipping the material on the inside.
Could you have drilled a smaller hole in the hull or did you have to use the 5/8? Was that a requirement of your transducer harness? Also what are your thoughts on using a nut and bolt with lock washer instead of screws on the passthrough fitting?
Sorry for late reply. Yes, the 5/8 was a requirement for the model of the wire harness. If I understand your other question, I don't think nut/bolt applications are practical with most people. I mentioned in the video that Loren has some great pass-through fittings, but as with any nut/bolt applications, you really need to get to the nut. It's really difficult to get back there. You would need to get a socket or something on the inside, right? So much stuff in the way and not much space. I found the hull material to be fine in gripping the screws. Add on the 3M-4200 sealant, I think you have nothing to worry about. I've been putting it in salt water for, literally, years now with no issues. Seriously no maintenance or repairs.
I also want to install a Garmine Striker 4 on my 2019 Yamaha Waverunner VXR. Would the cable of the transducer fit through a the cooling pee whole on the side of the Waverunner where water comes out from the cooling system or can you provide the diameter of the thickest part cable? I am assuming it is the end with the plug that goes into the back of the Garmine Striker 4. I was thinking ordering 2 of those and a rubber hose connecting them and securing with clamps on both ends. I would drill 2 holes, one in the back and one in the front connecting the components together. This would create basically a water tight pipe system. I would run the transducer cable through the pipe created to avoid water getting into the hull of the Waverunner. This would give the ability to work on the cable of the transducer if I ever have to take repair or replace the transducer.
Sorry for the late reply! As far as the cooling hole on the side (left side for mine), there is no way I would use that. The Garmin plug is too big and I really don't want to block or mess with the cooling system lines. My unit requires a 5/8" hole in the hull and that's what I think is the minimum necessary diameter to pass it through. I have a Striker 4cv and you have a Striker 4, but I think it is probably the same size (4-pin). I'm sorry, but I'm not sure I'm understanding your plan. As far as the ability to work on the Garmin cable, I'm not worried about my setup. I use the 3M 4200 specifically because it is not super permanent. I can use a knife and cut it off. I've been out many times without an issue. The hole I drilled has not leaked a drop in the salt water.
Hey, sorry for the late reply. It is holding up beautifully. It really looks the same as when the job was first completed. The 3M 4200 is still completely fine after many times in the ocean. Amazing stuff. And it still seems rubber-like. I know I said something like I may have it in the water 1-4 hours at a time, but really it may be out there all day. I still highly recommend this procedure.
I'm not sure, maybe 16 or 18 gauge. It was just an extra spool I had from Radio Shack. Probably bought it around 30 years ago. Still working fine. I think this Garmin only draws 0.4 Amps, so you should be fine with even smaller gauges.
I have a 2020 FX Cruiser and a Garmin Striker 45CV. Last year, after watching several videos, I installed the transducer in the hull. In my case, the transducer did track through the hull. It does work on our VX Cruiser though, with a Striker 4. I decided to try your method yesterday for the FX. Thanks for taking the time to post your method and responding to others, as I'm glad to see that it held up well. I like that there are NO wires on the swim deck , that the pass-through drill hole is not too big, and that there is nothing to remove inside the cramped engine compartment.
Why it didn't work on the vx cruiser? I have one and I'd love to install a gaming.
@@mike43v3r Sorry I never got a notification of your Reply. There is a typo in my post. Through-the-hull worked on the VX cruiser with the Striker 4 - not the FX cruiser with the 45CV. I suspect it has more to do with the different transducers than the different Waverunners. Since another year has passed, I can say that we do prefer the through-the-hull. It never gets knocked out of place, especially when jumping over waves.
Looks great! Thanks so much for taking the time to record, edit, and share for all to see. This will really help others looking to do the same. I would also like to say having the cable routed through the transom as shown in the video is EXACLY how the Yamaha dealers are installing the transducer on the 2019 FX Limiteds. Also, running the hole saw in reverse after the pilot bit through will also cut the hole in the hull. Very light pressure is all that is needed, especially when the hole is breaking through. Light pressure will prevent chipping the material on the inside.
Great job you gave me a lot of ideas for my jetski
Could you have drilled a smaller hole in the hull or did you have to use the 5/8? Was that a requirement of your transducer harness? Also what are your thoughts on using a nut and bolt with lock washer instead of screws on the passthrough fitting?
Sorry for late reply. Yes, the 5/8 was a requirement for the model of the wire harness. If I understand your other question, I don't think nut/bolt applications are practical with most people. I mentioned in the video that Loren has some great pass-through fittings, but as with any nut/bolt applications, you really need to get to the nut. It's really difficult to get back there. You would need to get a socket or something on the inside, right? So much stuff in the way and not much space. I found the hull material to be fine in gripping the screws. Add on the 3M-4200 sealant, I think you have nothing to worry about. I've been putting it in salt water for, literally, years now with no issues. Seriously no maintenance or repairs.
I also want to install a Garmine Striker 4 on my 2019 Yamaha Waverunner VXR. Would the cable of the transducer fit through a the cooling pee whole on the side of the Waverunner where water comes out from the cooling system or can you provide the diameter of the thickest part cable? I am assuming it is the end with the plug that goes into the back of the Garmine Striker 4.
I was thinking ordering 2 of those and a rubber hose connecting them and securing with clamps on both ends. I would drill 2 holes, one in the back and one in the front connecting the components together. This would create basically a water tight pipe system. I would run the transducer cable through the pipe created to avoid water getting into the hull of the Waverunner. This would give the ability to work on the cable of the transducer if I ever have to take repair or replace the transducer.
Sorry for the late reply! As far as the cooling hole on the side (left side for mine), there is no way I would use that. The Garmin plug is too big and I really don't want to block or mess with the cooling system lines. My unit requires a 5/8" hole in the hull and that's what I think is the minimum necessary diameter to pass it through. I have a Striker 4cv and you have a Striker 4, but I think it is probably the same size (4-pin). I'm sorry, but I'm not sure I'm understanding your plan. As far as the ability to work on the Garmin cable, I'm not worried about my setup. I use the 3M 4200 specifically because it is not super permanent. I can use a knife and cut it off. I've been out many times without an issue. The hole I drilled has not leaked a drop in the salt water.
I am just checking to see how your through hull fitting and wiring is holding up after several months of use
Hey, sorry for the late reply. It is holding up beautifully. It really looks the same as when the job was first completed. The 3M 4200 is still completely fine after many times in the ocean. Amazing stuff. And it still seems rubber-like. I know I said something like I may have it in the water 1-4 hours at a time, but really it may be out there all day. I still highly recommend this procedure.
Update: The 3M 4200 is working great. Pretty much like new. Amazing stuff.
How is the adhesive zip tie holder doing? Still on there?
Sorry for late reply. All the zip tie holders are holding well. Even the ones that go in the ocean. No complaints!
Update: All the adhesive items are working fine. No replacements, repairs or anything.
What size wire did you use for the power cord extension?
I'm not sure, maybe 16 or 18 gauge. It was just an extra spool I had from Radio Shack. Probably bought it around 30 years ago. Still working fine. I think this Garmin only draws 0.4 Amps, so you should be fine with even smaller gauges.
Where did you get the parts from?
Links in description.