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How to Install the Ketch TrapDoor on a Bonafide PWR129

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

In this video, we walk through the complete installation of the Ketch TrapDoor on the Bonafide PWR129 kayak.

The TrapDoor is a swing-away transducer mount and dry-pod delete plate designed specifically for the PWR129. It allows you to quickly raise your transducer to avoid damage from shallow water, floating debris, or beaching—without sacrificing imaging performance.

What the TrapDoor Does

  • Protects expensive transducers from shallow-water impacts

  • Allows quick lift-up access when beaching or navigating obstacles

  • Locks your transducer into an ideal position for side-imaging clarity

  • Eliminates shaky mounts that cause distorted sonar returns

This system is purpose-built to give you clean imaging, reliable protection, and zero guesswork during installation.

In This Video

  • Removing the factory PWR129 dry pod

  • Installing the Ketch TrapDoor delete plate

  • Routing transducer wiring through the integrated pass-through

  • Adjusting and using the swing-away mechanism

  • Tips for setup and on-water use

No drilling. No modifications. Just a direct bolt-on install.

Ketch TrapDoor Features

  • Direct bolt-on replacement for the Bonafide PWR129 dry pod

  • Precision-machined 6061 aluminum construction

  • Black anodized finish for corrosion resistance

  • Rigid mounting height for unobstructed side imaging

  • Swing-away design to protect your transducer in shallow water

  • Integrated wire pass-through for clean cable routing

  • Includes:

    • Du-Bro twister knob

    • Wire pass-through kit

    • (2) 1/4-20 mounting screws

Note: Hardware to mount your transducer is not included, as it varies by transducer model.

Compatibility Notes

  • Designed exclusively for the Bonafide PWR129

  • Not compatible with the Lowrance TripleShot transducer

Built for Anglers

Like all Ketch products, the TrapDoor is 100% made in the USA using American materials and labor. It’s designed by anglers, for anglers—focused on real-world durability, performance, and ease of use.

Whether you’re fishing shallow rivers, rocky shorelines, or open water, the TrapDoor adapts to your conditions without compromising sonar performance.