Behold SOVZILLA - Waterproof Sovereign XS-2A Pro - Pic Heavy

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Behold SOVZILLA! :yes:

Easy 2 hour project - notes on the pics to explain. Just need to rig up something to carry it with now.
 

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Here is the build .... Box is a Plano 1460 with O-Ring.
 

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Big thanks to Max for info on the box, Goodmore for various info, OldBeechnut, and VBDave who helped me with decisions related to this project. Also NEBeachcomber (from another forum).

Remember -this is not for dunking/diving, only for use where waves might splash the unit. It can go under with no problem, but that's not the point. ;)

Easy project - will fit all models of Minelab Sovereign, about $65 invested in all.
 
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Very nice job! Are you going to put it in a backpack for detecting or rig up a harness? Nice....

Have not decided. Due to the size I would rather NOT have it on my chest, so either a back pack or a shoulder mount so the box is on the left side - not interfering with the swing.
 
That looks great! I just finished up an Explorer XS same idea. I used the Auvio wireless as well however, I just orded a pair of Grey Ghost. I'm hooked on the Mod's, next mod will be add a pin point switch to shaft. :lol:

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Here is what I wound up with for now to carry it.

A rubberized canvas military surplus shoulder bag with waist strap.

Saltwater won't hurt anything on it except the cheap waist strap ends.

Room inside for a water bottle too. Stays out of the way of digging, easy to swing with it and I don't have to worry about it coming off my shoulder with the waist strap.

Not bad for $9.95 :yes:
 

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I would REALLY like to straighten out that coil cable.

What is the best way to do it?


It is OK with the curl, but I would rather it be straight.

Thanks!
 
Clean

Best way to clean the cables up and hide them from the UV's
 

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