Protecting your FF cables ?

[surfisher]

Got a new FF setup for the kayak, after one session one of the cables is already developing some corrosion. Thought I dried it all the way. Since I don't launch through the surf with the FF installed, the cables hang around exposed until I hook it up. Worked fine for the last one but this new one may be an issue. How do you guys protect your cables? Do you use a cap? Bag it?

[FISH11]

Use dielectric grease on all connectors and pins on the harness and FF.

[Ggiannig89]

What kind of FF do you have? My first FF would corrode after one trip (even with dielectric) but since I opted for the elite 5 dsi the dielectric works wonders.

[YakDout]

Either disconnect the battery through surf or keep the head unit connected and don't flip. Keep a ton of grease in the plugs.

[kaya_one]

Use dielectric grease on all connectors and pins on the harness and FF.

Go for the warranty if you have not already (if they seller offers it) to replace when all goes awry. I am on my 2nd FF on my 3rd year of fishing through normal use, no flips, just corrosion.

[Batmann]

I use this product below with excellent results. I picked it up at Westmarine but couldn't find it on their website. Put it on both the plug and unit side evenly. I reapply about every three trips a small amount the size of a pea and have seen no corosion on my new unit.

https://www.acklandsgrainger.com/AGIPortalWeb/WebSource/ProductDisplay/globalProductDetailDisplay.do?item_code=PML22065

http://www.amazon.com/Permatex-81153-Dielectric-Tune-Up-PowerCan/dp/B001EZGIWY/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1435461884&sr=8-6&keywords=permatex+dielectric+grease

[FISH11]

One of the most important things to remember is connect the battery to the harness last, after the FF in already connected and Disconnect the battery first when done. That will help reduce the electrolysis on the connections.

[PescadorPete]

I slip a PVC pipe cap over the loose connectors. It keeps the dielectric grease in place and keeps the water out. They look like this. You have to find the right size for a tight fit on your connectors. I got them at Marshall's hardware in Miramar.

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwegallery/data/500/PVC_soft_cable_end_caps_Vinyl_Caps.jpg

[ful-rac]

One of the most important things to remember is connect the battery to the harness last, after the FF in already connected and Disconnect the battery first when done. That will help reduce the electrolysis on the connections.


Yes, this question has been asked many, many, many times....

What I have found that works well is to use a simple procedure ALWAYS for connecting and disconnecting your fishfinder.

Using this procedure for the past 3-4 years, I'm still on my original power cable from my original HDS7 unit, with no visible corrosion.

When Connecting:
1. Connect fishfinder
2. Connect battery

When Disconnecting:
1. Disconnect battery
2. Disconnect fishfinder

Never disconnect your fishfinder with your battery connected ever!!! Especially when your fishing or around saltwater or any kind of water!!!

At the end of every trip I like to rinse the connectors with freshwater.

[ashmoz]

I slip a PVC pipe cap over the loose connectors. It keeps the dielectric grease in place and keeps the water out. They look like this. You have to find the right size for a tight fit on your connectors. I got them at Marshall's hardware in Miramar.

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwegallery/data/500/PVC_soft_cable_end_caps_Vinyl_Caps.jpg

x2...

home depot has similar item in their "hardware" drawers for 25 cents!