Depth finder on pontoon boat

The depth finder on our pontoon boat got jacked up. Is this an easy to fix project, or do I need a pro? Also, would it be easy to mount a fish finder in its place? Thanks for the help.

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If it is just a built in depth finder, you can replace the transducer only, which is the transducer and all the cable that plugs into the back of the display, or mount a new fish finder. I don't think you will find a round built in the dash depth finder/ fish finder combo. Anything is possible though so take a look around. Mount a fish finder is pretty simple to do. Use the same routing that is currently used for the transducer cable, pick a location to mount the unit and runs some power to the battery with a fuse. If you want to get fancy you can hook it into an extra switch if you have one, but it's not necessary. I bought a small locator with downscan for someone as a gift last year and was very impressed with it for the size and cost.

I'm not sure on the dash, and haven't looked at it. It's at my father in law's cottage. I'm just trying to gain some knowledge before seeing it in May. Ideally, it would be nice to replace it with a fish finder(marcum, vex, etc) that will show depth and structure. I really do appreciate the input.

I guess if your asking how to do it you should get some help.

Sounds like the transducer - should be an easy replacement. Even if the wiring is okay, a smashed up transducer will not work. What type of unit do you have on the dash now - just a depth finder (round gauge w/ numbers) or a locator (has a screen - typically lowrance/humminbrid)? sc

It's on the back of one of the pontoons. It got smashed up a bit. Not sure if wiring is F'd. Thanks for the help

Yes, no, yes.

More details please... Running new wiring or replacing the transducer in a pontoon really shouldn't be much trouble....