Is Lowrance HDS the way to go

[yachtjim]

The transducer is the only thing that matters and it will plug in. The HDS units have a built in GPS but if you want to also hook up your external GPS you will need a few misc cables to make it work, but its all plug and play. You will need to install a different power cable but thats pretty simple.

[Gitzit 2]

Jim,
does BOE carry the speed wheel and cables i would need?
i also want to connect the 2 units together.
any idea of cost?
might turn out to be a winter project

thanks

[yachtjim]

Mark, we carry everything you need. There is a paddlewheel you can get that will plug in inline with your transducer, doesn't cost much at all.

http://www.boemarine.com/Products/99-96/Default.aspx

[yachtjim]

Not everything is in our store though. Either call ahead if you want to pick it up or order online and we'll ship it right to you.

[Gitzit 2]

Great.
i'll visit the site.
not in a huury for it right now...probably a winter project

thanks, Jim