Topic: HDS-8 install on a 2007 Sabre FTD

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February 16, 2013 at 11:35 am #298421

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I pulled the trigger this week on a Lowrance HDS-8 Gen 2 wStructure Scan, RAM D-11-U mount, Transducer Shield and Saver Spring bracket, and their cable management base plate for the RAM. BOE Marine gave me a great deal and with the 300.00 LOW rebate I couldnt be more pleased with the price. Im planning on locating the LSS-2 transducer on the lower right hand side (flat aluminum surface parallel to transom) of my 6″ SM jackplate by drilling and tapping then installing the spring bracket and transducer. Ill post pictures as soon as Im done. Now the hard part. I could really use some expert opinions, ideas, and photos of existing installations of the RAM mount and HDS unit. The Sabre FTD doesnt have rails and the only flat surface on the outside of the console big enough to accommodate the RAM mount base (3.68″ Dia) would require that the corner of the windshield be shaved a little. Doesnt seem to be enough room in front of the shifter to mount on the inside. Im considering mounting it on the port side of the console, but would like some other opinions, recommendations, etc. from those of you that have tackled this already. I know this subject has probably been brought up before, but I cant seem to find many pictures of installs on the Sabre FTD. Thanks so much in advance.Last edited by Guest on February 16th, 2013, 11:40 am, edited 1 time in total.

February 16, 2013 at 3:06 pm #298422

tneer1272
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I was trying to figure out how to mount some electronics and found my complete answere and how to video on You Tube…was suggested by a guy I work with and Ill be…it was there

February 17, 2013 at 1:31 am #298423

LUVTOFISH.basscatowners
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might play with removing the small cleat from in front of the shifter and make plate tomatch the cutout. seen this a couple times and it looked good. you might also check Sherms Marine he makes a filler plate to cover where you existing unit is and might let you mount your new big screen thereTreat everyday like it might be the last

February 17, 2013 at 6:30 am #298424

Flyswatter
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Here is where I put my LSS-1 box on my SabreFTD. Lots of other location options too.

February 17, 2013 at 10:40 am #298425

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Thanks Fly. I really had planned to go with a Cisco Marine Systems mount, but couldnt quite figure out a mounting position for it. I bought the RAM 111, but Im seriously considering another mount like the 109 which is a swing arm style and mount on the inside of the console. The LSS-2 module will be installed against the back wall of the rod locker in front of the console. Ill be taking lots of pictures throughout the install. Maybe it will help someone else down the road.

February 17, 2013 at 12:17 pm #298426

Flyswatter
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Thats a great place for it.
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