Fishfinders?

[ICEMASTER1940]

My trusty Zercom Clearwater Classic, which is probably 7 years old, no longer does the job it used to. Nor do I for that matter. My question to any of you out there is "what unit should I replace it with?" I have pretty much narrowed it down to the Vexilar or Marcum but haven't used either one. Any input would be appreciated. <'))<

[IceNutt]

Go to the main forum and equip forum for "too much information." Kinda like the Chevy (Vexilar) vs Ford (Marcum) Good Luck!
PS: I'm taking my Vex and heading to Stagecoach.

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IceNutt...GBR!

[Sw icer]

I M 1940--Iv'e seen better days myself,some of my fishing buddies claim I'm older than dirt!--Iv'e had my vex fl-8 for a least 8 years[memories gone] bought it second hand.Still works great,love it.If it dies before me I'll get another vex.The fl-18 vex has some nice features.Next year I plan to get an underwater camera and use it in tandem with the vex,I think this will be a great ice fishing system.<<>>SW icer

[lucky7]

Sw... I met you and you aint older than dirt. When I have had all the experiences you have I hope I am as hardy. I saw all that equipment you are able to lug out on the ice! Good luck at Boyd!

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lucky7

[Dan DAN the fisherman]

I've got the LX-3 and love it. I had the Zercom color point up to this past spring when it decided to add some structure to the bottom of Standley Lake. Thats another story though! The LX-3 is a great unit. The lines are thin and crisp and the zoom feature is great. You can zoom to anywhere in the water column. Imagine a school of crappie suspended at 20 ft in 40ft of water. Zoom in at that 20 ft range and keep your jig near the big ones. Same with the suspended Kokes. I haven't tried it on my boat yet but I will be sure to mount this unit the right way! Good luck with buying a new unit. I think that you will be happy with either unit you choose. Don't forget about the LX-1 if you don't need the zoom.
Dan

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[Guest]

I have read the main board several times and I still prefer the vexilar over the Marcum. I have an FL8 and will replace it with a 18 next season. The biggest problem right now is that the vexilar factory is really behind in filling their orders and I can not get one from my wholesale supplier. You should do a search on the main forum board and you will get at least a hundred different opinions.

[Guest]

I would imagine both marcum and vexilar make quality units. I have had a fl8 for about 8 years and wouldn't hit the ice without it. I also use it for lake trout in open water because it shows the fish suspended off the bottom. If you don't have one you won't regret picking one up.