Soveriegn xs and the zip loc bag

tractmanrrl · Oct 27, 2015

The plan is to use it in the surf but not under water. We are only talking about water resistant not water proof. Remounted the box under the elbow this helped balance it and raise it up away from the water. Next I used a zip loc bag ( my wife's bright idea) to enclose the box. The head phones and coil both plug right in through the bag, no problem. The v notch that holds the box to the shaft slips right in and holds fine. I can still make adjustments through the bag. I only need to protect from splashing and spray. Will also keep sand out, a bonus. If water gets in I can see it. Next I need to water proof the coil or replace it. Sure fits into the KISS principle. Keep it simple. Any ideas on the coil?

zeemang · Oct 27, 2015

That's really tempting fate... I ran my sov gt in a waterproof box and kept in in a small backpack, nicer setup.

tractmanrrl · Oct 27, 2015

zeemang said:
That's really tempting fate... I ran my sov gt in a waterproof box and kept in in a small backpack, nicer setup.

Pics? This is my first idea. Been shopping for box. Haven't found one yet. Is you coil water proof?

Captain Silver · Oct 27, 2015

I used to venture out almost waist deep at times with my Sov GT before I got a Excal for hunting in the water...I'd recommend putting blue painter's tape over the speaker to keep sand and dirt out. Secure the box to the shaft with zip ties, a small bungee cord, strap, whatever...so there's no way it can slide or fall off. Secure the headphone wire to the armcuff bolt or the shaft to prevent stress and strain which can lead to shorts. And never raise the coil up in the air...or water that collects in the shaft will run down to the control box.

tractmanrrl · Oct 28, 2015

Captain Silver said:
I used to venture out almost waist deep at times with my Sov GT before I got a Excal for hunting in the water...I'd recommend putting blue painter's tape over the speaker to keep sand and dirt out. Secure the box to the shaft with zip ties, a small bungee cord, strap, whatever...so there's no way it can slide or fall off. Secure the headphone wire to the armcuff bolt or the shaft to prevent stress and strain which can lead to shorts. And never raise the coil up in the air...or water that collects in the shaft will run down to the control box.

Appreciate the advise Captain silver

zeemang · Oct 28, 2015

Here is one done a few years ago: http://metaldetectingforum.com/showthread.php?t=88982&highlight=sovzilla

tractmanrrl · Oct 28, 2015

zeemang said:
Here is one done a few years ago: http://metaldetectingforum.com/showthread.php?t=88982&highlight=sovzilla

Nice job. Thanks for the thread.

Stunmi · Oct 28, 2015

tractmanrrl said:
The plan is to use it in the surf but not under water. We are only talking about water resistant not water proof. Remounted the box under the elbow this helped balance it and raise it up away from the water. Next I used a zip loc bag ( my wife's bright idea) to enclose the box. The head phones and coil both plug right in through the bag, no problem. The v notch that holds the box to the shaft slips right in and holds fine. I can still make adjustments through the bag. I only need to protect from splashing and spray. Will also keep sand out, a bonus. If water gets in I can see it. Next I need to water proof the coil or replace it. Sure fits into the KISS principle. Keep it simple. Any ideas on the coil?

I don't trust your running the plugs through the bag at all. That nut is not water tight. Run them both down through the opening of the bag, zip it closed, and then seal the bag around the wires with 'metal' duct tape from Home Depot, it is amazing sticky stuff. Tape right over the ziplock zipper too to prevent it from loosening.

Once sealed tight you can still operate the knobs just by grabbing the plastic around a knob.

Also, don't cheapen out on the zip locks. Use the heavy duty freezer bags with a 'zipper'

tractmanrrl · Nov 12, 2015

Getting hints that there might be an over heating issue for sovereigns in a water proof box or bag. Thought I would make others aware. Anybody know about this?

I dig it

TexHunter · Nov 12, 2015

tractmanrrl said:
Getting hints that there might be an over heating issue for sovereigns in a water proof box or bag. Thought I would make others aware. Anybody know about this?

I dig it

That's a new one, but doubt there is anything to it...

zeemang · Nov 12, 2015

It was never an issue for me and i ran mine for probably a few hundred hours...

Stunmi · Nov 12, 2015

tractmanrrl said:
Getting hints that there might be an over heating issue for sovereigns in a water proof box or bag. Thought I would make others aware. Anybody know about this?

I dig it

If it is getting warm, you are not out far enough. The second trough usually works well. :yes:

tractmanrrl · Nov 13, 2015

Correction it was a TDI that got warm in a ziplock bag.

I dig it

swinginCPA · Jan 15, 2016

Awesome Sovereign advice. Truer words have never been spoken...

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