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LaqueRatt
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Pleasure cruising / light fishing..with two old 14' boats, and one motor..
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I agree just cruising at low speed can be good enough sometimes, but what if a storm blows up or you suddenly have to buck a strong head...
Apr 27, 2024
LaqueRatt
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Which 6 hp outboard to purchase?
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Bought a pretty much like new 6 HP for $65. Nobody else wanted it. If it doesn't run, it won't sell. So you roll the dice and hope you...
Apr 27, 2024
LaqueRatt
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Is the motor height going to be an issue?
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I don't know much, but I'm surprised a 9.9 will even get that boat on plane and 20+ mph seems mighty impressive. I don't know what more...
Apr 26, 2024
LaqueRatt
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Paint and Varnish
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Another option would be porch enamel. The oil stuff is polyurethane. Stands up well in our sometimes harsh Midwest weather, should stay...
Apr 24, 2024
LaqueRatt
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Transom replacement, curved to straight question
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In your shoes, I might go straight across too. Sounds like the motor will be close to where it needs to be anyhow and you can make a new...
Apr 24, 2024
LaqueRatt
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Johnson 6 Project
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Thanks gentlemen. Never would have expected to find threaded holes under the center bolt. It does seem like a nice little motor. So...
Apr 24, 2024
LaqueRatt
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Johnson 6 Project
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Apr 24, 2024
LaqueRatt
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Johnson 6 Project
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Probably could, is that OK to do though? I'd hate to mess it up.
Apr 23, 2024
LaqueRatt
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Alternative to Gluvit
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Growing up a buddy of mine was the son of an over the road driver. He made 2 West coast runs a week and always brought back something...
Apr 23, 2024
LaqueRatt
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Does Thompson's Water Seal contain chem. harmful to Alum. ??
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Didn't read the whole thread, but I used to build a lot of decks and Thompsons IMO is crap. It's like car wax. After a few rains the...
Apr 23, 2024
LaqueRatt
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Transom bolts - what kind to use?
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You know, I'm sure you guys are right about all these chemical reactions and how vulnerable the alum is to deterioration when certain...
Apr 23, 2024
LaqueRatt
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Johnson 6 Project
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Motors
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So finally getting around to reviving a little OMC I've had in the shed for a year. So far all I know is it has no spark on either...
Apr 23, 2024
LaqueRatt
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Alternative to Gluvit
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Hate to sound like a broken record, but why? Are boats scarce where you live? Around me a GOOD 12'-14' tinny is worth $100-300. One in...
Apr 20, 2024
LaqueRatt
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I love rivet nuts - but need some way to touch up the mistakes :)
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What are rivet nuts? This something new to me. Looks like you need an expensive tool to install them maybe? For touching up, just find...
Apr 20, 2024
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Experienced opions on my setup
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As a guy who unfortunately had a bit of experience getting a 14' back to the dock under trolling power 2 years ago I have to say no. I...
Apr 20, 2024
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