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Re: $2000 to spend on graphs
[Re: jbiv]
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08/12/18 01:29 PM
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Jarrett Latta
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In my opinion I'd get a helix mega 10 si for the console, $1500 range. I'd get a helix 7 g2n sonar/gps for the front. $500 range. For me, the console unit is the most important, you'll be utilizing the si plus mapping alot. The 7" at front is just big enough to efficiently show you mapping and sonar which I think is all you really need starting out.
And when you save up enough for another 10 or 12. Move one to the front and use 7" for mapping at the console next to the 10/12 si mega
Last edited by Jaret Latta; 08/12/18 06:59 PM.
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Re: $2000 to spend on graphs
[Re: Jarrett Latta]
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08/12/18 01:56 PM
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GIG'EM AGGIES
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In my opinion I'd get a helix mega 10 si for the console, $1500 range. I'd get a helix 7 g2n sonar/gps for the front. $500 range. For me, the console unit is the most important, you'll be utilizing the si plus mapping alot. The 7" at front is just big enough to efficiently show you mapping and sonar which I think is all you really need starting out. Like it.
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Re: $2000 to spend on graphs
[Re: BassBucknBeer]
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08/12/18 03:57 PM
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ezbassin
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This might not be a popular answer here and Im not afraid of the criticism, but Im going to go a different direction and say SAVE/ INVEST your $2000.... He is investing in electronics for the boat.
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Re: $2000 to spend on graphs
[Re: ezbassin]
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08/12/18 04:29 PM
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BassBucknBeer
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This might not be a popular answer here and Im not afraid of the criticism, but Im going to go a different direction and say SAVE/ INVEST your $2000.... He is investing in electronics for the boat. I would agree with you if electronics or even boats in general ever increased in value...
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Re: $2000 to spend on graphs
[Re: GIG'EM AGGIES]
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08/12/18 05:47 PM
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jbiv
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I know that on the Elite-Ti's you can't connect the the two together. Can you connect your way points on the Helix mega 10 si and the helix 7g2n?
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Re: $2000 to spend on graphs
[Re: jbiv]
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08/12/18 06:02 PM
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Pintail711
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I would look into Garmin as well. They are extremely user friendly, very high quality images and wont kill your pocket book. Youd have money left over too.
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Re: $2000 to spend on graphs
[Re: jbiv]
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08/12/18 07:00 PM
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Jarrett Latta
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I know that on the Elite-Ti's you can't connect the the two together. Can you connect your way points on the Helix mega 10 si and the helix 7g2n? G2n n stands for network
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Re: $2000 to spend on graphs
[Re: jbiv]
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08/12/18 07:09 PM
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Champion 221 Elite
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Don't waste your money on Lowrance! 
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Re: $2000 to spend on graphs
[Re: jbiv]
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08/13/18 11:56 AM
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Skunked Again Fishing
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Whatever you choose, I'd think about the entire network with trolling motor and future needs. Hummingbirds/minnkota, and lowrance/motor guide are paired.
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Re: $2000 to spend on graphs
[Re: jbiv]
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08/13/18 12:53 PM
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SteezMacQueen
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Buy some used Lowrance. 2grand outta get you a pair of 12's and a full network.
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Re: $2000 to spend on graphs
[Re: jbiv]
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08/13/18 02:14 PM
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BMCD
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Got a brand new Lowrance Elite 7TI in the box for sale on the swap and sell section.
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Re: $2000 to spend on graphs
[Re: jbiv]
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08/14/18 03:02 AM
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dk2429
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You can get more than you need under $2k.
Get a 9" for the console, 7" on the bow, or two 9's. Get Garmin.. get the best 2 under your budget
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Re: $2000 to spend on graphs
[Re: SteezMacQueen]
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08/14/18 03:44 AM
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Frank the Tank
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Buy some used Lowrance. 2grand outta get you a pair of 12's and a full network. Sorry bud, not even close. 12's are still going for $1300-$1400/per
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Re: $2000 to spend on graphs
[Re: jbiv]
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08/14/18 05:16 PM
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Code
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This isn't really helpful, but you just missed the Cabelas sale. they had the Helix 10 for like $600...
That said, another vote for Helix.
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Re: $2000 to spend on graphs
[Re: Code]
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08/14/18 10:38 PM
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Okie Poke
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This isn't really helpful, but you just missed the Cabelas sale. they had the Helix 10 for like $600...
That said, another vote for Helix. But they were never in stock......
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