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Motors
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New motor blackshear
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Electrical
Trolling motors, Fish Finders, GPS, Batteries, anything Electrical, post it here.
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Trailers
Trailer related issues and discussion goes here.
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Post a Pic of your boat!
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Jim »
19 Mar 2007, 14:23
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Who cares if its a tin canoe or a jon ar a bass boat, Let's see a nice shot!
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Hoping to get my new boat out this weekend for the first time! 1990 Sea Snapper sitting on a 1963 trailer.
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19 May 2020, 19:10
Material Links for your conversion
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Bugpac »
30 Jan 2010, 23:31
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All links good, enough for tonight. Finish the rest later.
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Has anybody found a decent price on rivets? I checked into mcmaster Carr but they were a bit high. Looking for 1 inch long 316 shank wide head and...
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14 May 2020, 22:20
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08 May 2020, 16:57
OutBoard Service Repair manuals
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Jim »
26 Aug 2009, 16:18
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UPDATED February 2018 - Help yourself! :LOL2: No need to PM me, just go to this link below and get what manual(s) you need....
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Just a quick reminder to help yourselves to a motor manual if you need one. If you have one that is not on the list and you want to share it, let me...
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03 May 2020, 10:49
*****HOW MUCH FOAM DO I NEED*****
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Jim »
25 Apr 2012, 15:05
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Thanks to Brine for the Link! :beer:
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If you are using pool noodles, I suggest that you replace them with real marine grade substitute. Pool noodles break down fairly fast. Heat is the...
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Last post by Vader809
03 Nov 2019, 14:08
Decking-When and when not to.
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ben2go »
19 Jun 2009, 01:54
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I am posting this from experiences I have had.I have been boating since I was in my early teens and fishing since I could hold a fishing pole.I used...
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I'm no nautical engineer by any means but I have decked a few boats. The biggest factors to consider when doing decking is #1: Don't compromise the...
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16 Oct 2019, 10:04
Link for Boat Modifications! Please post yours!
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Jim »
14 May 2008, 09:25
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V-Boats:
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I updated the list. If you have a project that is near completion and want it added to the master list, send me a PM. =D>
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Last post by Jim
25 Aug 2019, 08:40
Homemade Penetrating Fluid - the BEST you can use! DIY too
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DaleH »
18 Dec 2015, 09:45
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FYI, there's been a few posts lately about stuck bolts and such. Here's a great easy-to-mix DIY product that will be the best penetrating fluid you...
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PB blaster. But before I knew about that I used vinegar. Yes vinegar. The veterinarian I used to work for wanted to be a chemical engineer prior to...
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Last post by lovedr79
18 May 2019, 03:15
Great public link with manuals for many makes of Outboards!
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cajuncook1 »
01 Jun 2010, 23:34
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Hey guys,
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Thanks, I found some Force information that I couldn't find anywhere else.
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Last post by renn90
27 Dec 2018, 20:32
Trailer Bearing Replacement/Service Instructional Vid
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Bubba »
15 Jun 2009, 16:27
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Thought I would post this in another thread, May even be Sticky Worthy . Its about 15 minutes long, but very detailed and really helpful. This is for...
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I watched #2 video. Wow, this is a fantastic how-to for guys like me. Certainly removed the mystery.
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30 Oct 2018, 12:33
Maximum Outboard Horsepower Capacity (Guide and how-to)
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MeanMouth »
15 Feb 2010, 05:41
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Hopefully this guide will help you calculate the maximum amount of H.P. your boat can be insured for.
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Using my 2017 Lowe 1040 the calculations come out as shown if I measure the transom width as in the graphic below. The calculations either come out...
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21 Sep 2018, 19:00
Post a Pic of your...trailer?
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azekologi »
13 Jul 2011, 06:10
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Ok, I've been wondering why we don't have a Post a Pic of your trailer! thread similar to the Post a Pic of your boat! thread.
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This was the used trailer I bought for my new boat back in 2016....
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12 Sep 2018, 04:49
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Last post by RiverRoost
08 Aug 2018, 15:10
Add YOUR voice to the Federal Ethanol Mandate - Comment now!
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DaleH »
24 Aug 2017, 10:42
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The battle to protect your boat’s engine is not over. Right now, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is asking for comments on the amount of...
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No way I want E gas in anything I run, let alone my boat.
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Last post by Crazyboat
28 Dec 2017, 17:47
everything steelflex
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TTSam »
05 Jan 2010, 18:12
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I just got off the phone with Fasco. Spoke with a nice lady but could not really understand her nor could she really help me. She gave me an email to...
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I'd use the G-Flex 650, only $20 for a 2-part 4-ounce (each bottle) kit around here (Nor'East US). You will only be mixing a capfull of each to do a...
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10 Aug 2017, 14:31
CAUTION - using Boiled Linseed Oil or BLO - FIRE danger!
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DaleH »
26 Oct 2016, 12:37
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See:
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Lucky you. Did a smoke detector go off, or did you just notice it?
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Last post by richg99
22 Jun 2017, 19:22
Boat Speed and Prop Slip calculators
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DaleH »
23 Mar 2017, 14:33
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Here are a boat speed and prop slip calculator if anyone is interested:
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Good calculator here:
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Last post by Stumpalump
04 Jun 2017, 21:01
UPDATE: This could be coming to your state soon
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Keystone »
01 Sep 2014, 22:58
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I'm all for not spreading Invasive species but this a load of BS. IMO anything like this should be part of the boat registration. Mandating that...
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I just learned today that a number of counties in California have implemented a real time tracking system for boats. What little I know is that once...
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12 May 2017, 00:00
Propeller calculator ('Prop Wizard') by Turning Point Props
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DaleH »
07 Apr 2015, 14:57
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Tried the wizard, but it does not ask for an older year motor as mine is an 85'.
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08 May 2017, 09:59
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12 Dec 2016, 19:06
Reviews Needed
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Jim »
03 Aug 2015, 07:04
I am looking for REAL content for the homepage, not the fluff you see on the other sites. I want these to be member generated with no agenda behind...
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03 Aug 2015, 07:04
Jon boat and V boat conversions "Please read before posting"
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Jim »
27 Jul 2007, 11:26
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Please add your Jon boat conversion in this section. The more Conversions we get, the more resourceful this will become for all new people trying to...
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Friendly reminder Guys and Gals, This section is for modification and conversion threads only , If you have a specific question about a thread posted...
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21 Feb 2010, 22:27
Trailer Forum: New!
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Waterwings »
27 Mar 2009, 18:27
Guys, Jim has added a forum just for trailers and trailer-related questions/topics 8) =D>
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Help With 1967 Harber Craft AL Sailboat Identification.
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hrd.rok »
16 Aug 2019, 00:40
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So I bought an Aluminum Harber Craft Sailboat.
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I have not had it out, i cleaned most of the paint of and then took a pressure washer to it,
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27 May 2020, 11:16
Poorly neglected boat, bringing her back to service
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checkoutmyjunk »
17 Dec 2019, 16:14
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I've got a sickness with projects and deals, when the two align I just can't say no.
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Maybe the last update?
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27 May 2020, 11:11
New motor
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turbotodd »
18 May 2020, 16:56
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Since dad’s 80th is coming up and Father’s Day as well, I had planned on buying him a new Yamaha F15 from work, for his little 1448 weld craft....
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Still fishing at 80 is awesome! Congratulations to your father for still having the drive and ability to get out on the water. I had a Weld Craft...
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27 May 2020, 10:09
Minn Kota Ulterra or Terrova? Something else?
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jethro »
20 Jan 2020, 10:30
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I'm upgrading my trolling motor this season and I can't decide between the Ulterra and the Terrova. I am worried the Ulterra with it's auto...
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Gonna post an update, I've had a lot of trolling time on this system. I have some minor complaints, one major one, but for the most part it's just an...
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27 May 2020, 09:36
1959 Orlando Clipper
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BWeaver04 »
27 May 2020, 09:31
I am planning on painting a 14ft aluminum boat. This boat will be used in freshwater and saltwater. Does anyone recommend a special paint or clear...
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27 May 2020, 09:31
State of Illinois
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lckstckn2smknbrls »
14 Mar 2020, 13:55
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I just received my notice that my trailer plates need their new sticker. The renewal cost has gone up from $18.00 a year to $118.00 a year. That's...
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Wow, I wonder what my 30 foot enclosed snowmobile trailer would cost in Illinois? 8500lb GVWR.
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27 May 2020, 08:55
Loading the boat
question, opinion, discussion
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the hammer »
01 May 2020, 09:14
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Since I’ve been a boat owner, a bit more than 20 years, I’ve backed the boat down until the fenders are almost covered and the bottom bunks are about...
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Every boat is different! My Sylvan is very deep and my bunks have to be fully submerged to load or the power winch, a 2500lb winch, will complain a...
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