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Captnkev25
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Initially Posted - 05/04/2011 :  07:25:14  Show Profile
I recently posted about what I thought was a good deal for a Raymarine tridata. Turns out what the fella had is a brand new (unused) Raytheon Raydata. He is offering it to me with new depth transducer, speed and temp transducer and a garmin 16 hvs GPS receiver installed for $475. I know the Raydata is an older retired unit but it does have some nice useful features. I guess my question is : is it worth that kind of money being older and does anyone have any experience with these units and can give me some pros and cons?o
Kevin (1984 C25 Standard Rig, Swing Keel, Traditional Interior)
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Dave5041
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Response Posted - 05/04/2011 :  09:21:13  Show Profile
I don't think I would bite. The Raydata has been out of production since 2000 and was superseded by the ST-40 before that, that is pretty old. Use a fishfinder, many of them have optional speed transducers, built in gps, and give you a lot more bottom information for less money than a depth sounder. You could get the whole package with a shoot through the hull transducer instead of a through-hull for $300 - 450. Compare here: http://www.fishfinder-store.com/ and buy wherever you want.
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GaryB
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Response Posted - 05/04/2011 :  17:45:19  Show Profile
I agree. Why buy 10 year old hardware when you can take advantage of the newest technology for the same or just slightly more $$$.
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Captnkev25
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Response Posted - 05/04/2011 :  18:25:20  Show Profile
Thanks guys. I think I may just pass on this one. I was looking at a Humminbird Fishfinder 587ci HD Combo. Lots more features and just about the same price :)
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