Jack,Wayne and Greg

I will be hitting lake erie with a 1992 thompson 240 Hardtop hopefully next yr 2012.. Just bought the boat this fall, having some upgrades done as we speak. Trim tabs, epoxy floor with wash down, 2200 gpm bilge with alarm, 5yr bottom paint with some other extras.

Been reading alot on the Lowrance HDS systems. LSS-1 add on also. I see where Lowrance has a dvd to help you with learning curve.

What i can gather is the hds model whether it be the 8 or 10 in screen they are the same as far as functions.

I think they all have built in gps.

My question would be what bells and whistles i need and can live without.

Just a thought on the raymarine fogging up the first hr of use. Maybe put plastic bag over unit after using it. Sounds like moisture is getting into unit, seal broken..? plastic bag and rubber band. just a thought.

Watching Pro Bass, Cabelas, and Amazon. I love Al Gore. Lol

I hope to use the boat 2-3 days a week after april 15.

Boat came with the standard black 3 or 4 in compass. But know exactly what you mean..!

I'm also in the market for a broken mid range lowrance fish finder. Thanks for the heads up.

Thank you all for the ideas and what to look for.

Any other thoughts are welcome.

Thanks

Ed