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 FFS turrets
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09/20/24 03:20 AM
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Littledog
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I fish almost every day.
I’ve had the DD26 Live Foot for about three years (one of their first customers).
Other than feelings a bit like the development test dummy, I only have a few small complaints with this product.
It is as advertised.
Before purchasing, I did my best to research all the options that were available at the time. I think I chose well.
The reason I wanted a turret is because of where and the style fishing I like to do.
I use spot lock a lot. I fish specific structures and often, fairly static schools of fish. I am often in current, wind and boat wakes.
I know boat location (set up) relative to the target is critical. The turret allows me use spot lock and still use FFS to target fish.
So what’s my point?? . . All motorized turrets stink.
Here’s the problem with all motorized turrets: they are “digital”, either on or off, moving CW or CCW at a fixed speed depending on what switch you’re pressing. They do not move in an analog fashion like you move your trolling motor.
Now I’m no FFS expert but I can say that this is a real problem. It is impossible to “track” fish with today’s motorized turrets.
Please, . . Somebody! . . Make a turret with a rocker pedal and “trolling motor” like behavior.
(I refuse to give up spot lock for FFS). If you know of a turret with a rocker pedal, please let me know.
Just me venting.
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Re: FFS turrets
[Re: Littledog]
#15196342
09/20/24 04:40 PM
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Dr JL
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Seems like you are making a good point. I believe you are saying you need responsive direct control like a TM.
I can see this if you gotta spot lock.
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Re: FFS turrets
[Re: Littledog]
#15196367
09/20/24 04:47 PM
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Joined: Nov 2014
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SteezMacQueen
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I have imagined the same issues you are describing. Hence the reason for me holding off on buying one. I also like the idea of the turret being completely separate from the trolling motors motion. To add to the cost, I’d like to be able to link the turret to the trolling motors direction at the touch of a button. Both worlds (options).
I’d like the turret to stow and deploy with the trolling motor, be cable operated via a second foot pedal, and link to the troller, allowing one foot operation of both, for “chasing” fish! Sounds expensive.
Eat. Sleep. Fish.
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Re: FFS turrets
[Re: Littledog]
#15196411
09/20/24 05:27 PM
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Joined: May 2011
Posts: 202
TopwaterTom
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I have the Rite Hite turret and have no issues with it. In some cases I wish it would move faster, but I understand the issues that come with that.
Almost all trolling motors are now digital, so I don't see them getting away from that.
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Re: FFS turrets
[Re: Littledog]
#15196446
09/20/24 06:14 PM
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Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 2,199
SoonerDG
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I fish almost every day.
I’ve had the DD26 Live Foot for about three years (one of their first customers).
Other than feelings a bit like the development test dummy, I only have a few small complaints with this product.
It is as advertised.
Before purchasing, I did my best to research all the options that were available at the time. I think I chose well.
The reason I wanted a turret is because of where and the style fishing I like to do.
I use spot lock a lot. I fish specific structures and often, fairly static schools of fish. I am often in current, wind and boat wakes.
I know boat location (set up) relative to the target is critical. The turret allows me use spot lock and still use FFS to target fish.
So what’s my point?? . . All motorized turrets stink.
Here’s the problem with all motorized turrets: they are “digital”, either on or off, moving CW or CCW at a fixed speed depending on what switch you’re pressing. They do not move in an analog fashion like you move your trolling motor.
Now I’m no FFS expert but I can say that this is a real problem. It is impossible to “track” fish with today’s motorized turrets.
Please, . . Somebody! . . Make a turret with a rocker pedal and “trolling motor” like behavior.
(I refuse to give up spot lock for FFS). If you know of a turret with a rocker pedal, please let me know.
Just me venting.
Why not make your own? I did out of an old TM. Turned out i didn't care for it. Didn't like trying to use both foot pedals when scanning for fish/structure. So I went to the ProDucer from shutup and fish.
"Life is a matter of luck and the odds of success are in no way enhanced by extreme caution." - Erich Topp, German U-boat Commander, 1943.
When in doubt, set the hook.
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Re: FFS turrets
[Re: SoonerDG]
#15196487
09/20/24 06:59 PM
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Joined: Nov 2014
Posts: 27,380
SteezMacQueen
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I fish almost every day.
I’ve had the DD26 Live Foot for about three years (one of their first customers).
Other than feelings a bit like the development test dummy, I only have a few small complaints with this product.
It is as advertised.
Before purchasing, I did my best to research all the options that were available at the time. I think I chose well.
The reason I wanted a turret is because of where and the style fishing I like to do.
I use spot lock a lot. I fish specific structures and often, fairly static schools of fish. I am often in current, wind and boat wakes.
I know boat location (set up) relative to the target is critical. The turret allows me use spot lock and still use FFS to target fish.
So what’s my point?? . . All motorized turrets stink.
Here’s the problem with all motorized turrets: they are “digital”, either on or off, moving CW or CCW at a fixed speed depending on what switch you’re pressing. They do not move in an analog fashion like you move your trolling motor.
Now I’m no FFS expert but I can say that this is a real problem. It is impossible to “track” fish with today’s motorized turrets.
Please, . . Somebody! . . Make a turret with a rocker pedal and “trolling motor” like behavior.
(I refuse to give up spot lock for FFS). If you know of a turret with a rocker pedal, please let me know.
Just me venting.
Why not make your own? I did out of an old TM. Turned out i didn't care for it. Didn't like trying to use both foot pedals when scanning for fish/structure. So I went to the ProDucer from shutup and fish. The problem with repurposing an old troller is mounting it first off, then stowing and deploying two mounts every time you move the boat.
Eat. Sleep. Fish.
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Re: FFS turrets
[Re: Littledog]
#15196502
09/20/24 07:17 PM
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Joined: Mar 2002
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prosise
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I use a pole and adjust with my left hand. But if you wanted something that was quick, you could make something pretty easy with an Arduino with a stepper motor and a rotary switch. But you would still need to adjust the knob somehow. These projects don't like water, so it's adding to the complexity. Something like this
Last edited by prosise; 09/20/24 07:20 PM.
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Re: FFS turrets
[Re: Littledog]
#15196511
09/20/24 07:36 PM
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Joined: Jul 2004
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FishKiller
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I built my own. First I just did the foot pedal and it ended up being some massive entertainment trying to use two foot pedals at once. With the remote control it makes it very nice. I also added a speed controller to adjust the speed of the motor which is very useful. Scanning you want fast and staying on a target you want to slow the motor down. Simple video but if you want more information just let me know. https://rumble.com/v4vuumc-may-17-2024.html
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Re: FFS turrets
[Re: SteezMacQueen]
#15196529
09/20/24 08:05 PM
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Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 2,199
SoonerDG
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I fish almost every day.
I’ve had the DD26 Live Foot for about three years (one of their first customers).
Other than feelings a bit like the development test dummy, I only have a few small complaints with this product.
It is as advertised.
Before purchasing, I did my best to research all the options that were available at the time. I think I chose well.
The reason I wanted a turret is because of where and the style fishing I like to do.
I use spot lock a lot. I fish specific structures and often, fairly static schools of fish. I am often in current, wind and boat wakes.
I know boat location (set up) relative to the target is critical. The turret allows me use spot lock and still use FFS to target fish.
So what’s my point?? . . All motorized turrets stink.
Here’s the problem with all motorized turrets: they are “digital”, either on or off, moving CW or CCW at a fixed speed depending on what switch you’re pressing. They do not move in an analog fashion like you move your trolling motor.
Now I’m no FFS expert but I can say that this is a real problem. It is impossible to “track” fish with today’s motorized turrets.
Please, . . Somebody! . . Make a turret with a rocker pedal and “trolling motor” like behavior.
(I refuse to give up spot lock for FFS). If you know of a turret with a rocker pedal, please let me know.
Just me venting.
Why not make your own? I did out of an old TM. Turned out i didn't care for it. Didn't like trying to use both foot pedals when scanning for fish/structure. So I went to the ProDucer from shutup and fish. The problem with repurposing an old troller is mounting it first off, then stowing and deploying two mounts every time you move the boat. I mounted mine to the TM so it deployed with the TM
"Life is a matter of luck and the odds of success are in no way enhanced by extreme caution." - Erich Topp, German U-boat Commander, 1943.
When in doubt, set the hook.
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Re: FFS turrets
[Re: SoonerDG]
#15196549
09/20/24 08:38 PM
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Joined: Nov 2010
Posts: 5,160
Wayne P.
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I fish almost every day.
I’ve had the DD26 Live Foot for about three years (one of their first customers).
Other than feelings a bit like the development test dummy, I only have a few small complaints with this product.
It is as advertised.
Before purchasing, I did my best to research all the options that were available at the time. I think I chose well.
The reason I wanted a turret is because of where and the style fishing I like to do.
I use spot lock a lot. I fish specific structures and often, fairly static schools of fish. I am often in current, wind and boat wakes.
I know boat location (set up) relative to the target is critical. The turret allows me use spot lock and still use FFS to target fish.
So what’s my point?? . . All motorized turrets stink.
Here’s the problem with all motorized turrets: they are “digital”, either on or off, moving CW or CCW at a fixed speed depending on what switch you’re pressing. They do not move in an analog fashion like you move your trolling motor.
Now I’m no FFS expert but I can say that this is a real problem. It is impossible to “track” fish with today’s motorized turrets.
Please, . . Somebody! . . Make a turret with a rocker pedal and “trolling motor” like behavior.
(I refuse to give up spot lock for FFS). If you know of a turret with a rocker pedal, please let me know.
Just me venting.
Why not make your own? I did out of an old TM. Turned out i didn't care for it. Didn't like trying to use both foot pedals when scanning for fish/structure. So I went to the ProDucer from shutup and fish. The problem with repurposing an old troller is mounting it first off, then stowing and deploying two mounts every time you move the boat. I mounted mine to the TM so it deployed with the TM A version somewhat like you did------ ![[Linked Image]](https://i.postimg.cc/k42wfBh0/360and2-Livescp.jpg)
Helix 12 CHIRP MEGA SI+ GPS G4N, SOLIX 10 G3, Helix 15 CHIRP MEGA SI+ GPS G4N,
Helix 8 CHIRP MEGA SI+ GPS G4N, SOLIX 12 G3, MEGA 360, MEGA LIVE TL , MEGA LIVE 2, Xplore 10
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Re: FFS turrets
[Re: Littledog]
#15196556
09/20/24 08:55 PM
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SteezMacQueen
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^^^^need a come-a-long to get that [censored] back in the deck.
Eat. Sleep. Fish.
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Re: FFS turrets
[Re: Littledog]
#15197835
09/22/24 03:56 PM
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Joined: May 2014
Posts: 1,122
BrockstaRama
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I thought I had one in the garage am dnpw I think about for the first time since I've moved I think someone snatched it right from the garage in all the moving chaos. Otherwise I'd try try for sure!
When I am not fishing I am thinking about fishing. And mostly what I should have done differently my last trip!
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Re: FFS turrets
[Re: Littledog]
#15203688
09/29/24 06:57 AM
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Joined: May 2010
Posts: 4,584
lamoon78
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I have the newest DD26 Live Foot and I love it. Only wish more had the target lock feature.
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Re: FFS turrets
[Re: Littledog]
#15207508
10/03/24 02:36 PM
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Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 365
doctorb
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I just got my hand operated turret in and I'm going to install it as soon as I get by boat back from the shop. I thought about the electric ones but that just seemed like an unnecessary feature and something else to suck power. I'll have to update on how I like the hand control turret.
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Re: FFS turrets
[Re: Littledog]
#15207927
10/03/24 08:03 PM
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Joined: Nov 2010
Posts: 5,160
Wayne P.
TFF Celebrity
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There is a new turret that will be on the market soon that is motor shaft attached for Force and Ghost motors. Sort of expensive though. https://revolutionsonar.com/
Helix 12 CHIRP MEGA SI+ GPS G4N, SOLIX 10 G3, Helix 15 CHIRP MEGA SI+ GPS G4N,
Helix 8 CHIRP MEGA SI+ GPS G4N, SOLIX 12 G3, MEGA 360, MEGA LIVE TL , MEGA LIVE 2, Xplore 10
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