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Old 06-11-2007, 09:32 AM   #1
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wire placement question

so i finally got the yak rigged up to a respectable level by adding a ff and bait tank this weekend ... maybe this will help me shake the skunk factor more often.

i now have wires floating free in the hull of my yak... what are some ways to secure wires inside the yak... preferrably without drilling more holes or adding screws?

thanks for the help.

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Old 06-11-2007, 10:19 AM   #2
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Try some zip ties to secure the wires to the scupper hole posts and support posts.
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Old 06-11-2007, 10:28 AM   #3
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Old 06-11-2007, 10:45 AM   #4
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Maybe dgax can recommend some conduit.
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Old 06-11-2007, 01:00 PM   #5
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sealant?

Do you guys know if 3m 4200 bonds to the plastic kayaks are made of... if not what sealant are you guys using for installing flush mt rod holders, and etc...

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Old 06-11-2007, 01:23 PM   #6
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Marine goop... Don't think home depot carries it, But I know West Marine does. San Diego is in need of a few more kayakfishing oriented tackle stores.
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Old 06-11-2007, 02:00 PM   #7
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Use zip ties to secure the coil of extra wire to one of the scupper posts. Then use these adhesive zip tie anchors to guide the wire from the transducer to the coil.


I use these anchors and they stick great, never had one fall off. Really cleans up the inside of the yak.
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Old 06-11-2007, 02:17 PM   #8
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Just add a few cable clamps under your eyelets.... If you aver have to rewire just clip the wire tie and you are good to go...








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Old 06-12-2007, 05:35 PM   #9
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I was going to use titanium conduit for my fiber optic lines
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Old 06-14-2007, 09:30 AM   #10
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those adhesive zipp tie anchors are the key i have had some on my malibu for 2 years and still holding strong. No holes no worries.
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Old 06-14-2007, 11:40 AM   #11
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i'm guessing you can get them at home depot or the like?

thanks for the input guys!

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Old 06-14-2007, 05:23 PM   #12
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Have you ever seen the little plastic hooks the wifey might hang on the back of the cabinet door under the sink with a sticky on the back. If you take off the sticker and goop them inside you can set the wiring in the hook on the inside wall away from everything and zip tie it. These hooks also work for putting bungees or something from side to side in the inside to keep things from sliding around. Hope this gives you another option.

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Old 06-14-2007, 08:12 PM   #13
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I also use the zip tie mounts pictured above. They have been on for over a year and I have had no problems. Always be sure to use wire with no tears or cuts in the sheathing. Also terminate all connections so that they are completely waterproof, as the corrosion will migrate up or down the wires into your equipment. Liquid tape and waterproof deck connectors work great for this. And dielectric grease is a must! You can purchase ties and mounts at Fry's in different sizes and colors. Home Depot also had a few but they were overpriced and in small selection to sizes and types. I purchase my deck connector's over the internet. and marine goop can be purchased at Home Depot, Lowe's, Dixieline, Ace Hardware, West Marine and almost all kayak and boating stores.
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Old 06-15-2007, 12:34 AM   #14
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Those zip tie anchors will adhere twice as good if you heat the adhesive a couple seconds with a lighter. Glue will take on a "shiny" appearance.
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