Recent content by Clifford_Akov

You can rent a "race driver" very inexpensively at Auto Zone, they sell them too. Makes changing the races much easier. jmho

4 stroke much quieter, no fumes, very efficient - all day on 3-4 gals of gas, don't know how it would compare. Good Luck.

I am running a Honda 25 BF short shaft 1994 model, went out last week and it started with first pull 8) . Mine has been great, only minor tune ups and a new impeller a few years back. It sees mainly salt/brackish water use. It is a bit heavy, so I have to move my gas and battery forward in the...

I have a similar situation, battery is up front, and I place the fuel tank near middle of boat. Works OK for me. Another option would be to look into transom splash guards like this https://www.wavewackers.com to keep you dry. I am considering making my own splash guards, motor kicks up a bit of...

I had an original equipment gas hose that collapsed on the inside, everything looked good but not enough fuel passed through the line, if you have not replaced your fuel line recently, might be a fix. Also when I updated the fuel line from the gas tank, I went one size larger. Just a thought.

I love these gunnel clamps, bought 4 of them and use them for all kinds of different ideas, without drilling. https://www.marinegeneral.com/productdetails.asp?productid=1506481&directoryid= Very sturdy.

I don't know anything about this boat, but a couple of young girls took one on the Great Loop. Must be a good boat. https://www.duroboat.com/SmallBoatBigSumme.htm I really like the camping tent idea.

As for transom height, I have thought of adding these to help prevent the occasional swamping attempts. https://www.whitecapmfg.com/applications.html just a thought.

Keep a spare tire, hub, bearings and can of grease in my vehicle when I go any distance. Cheap insurance.

I have had several uHaul hitches over the years with no problems. I believe they come with a life-time warranty.

Has anyone tried plastic/pvc 2x4 bunks? Like these? seem reasonably priced. https://www.ultimatebunkboards.com/gpage.html Thanks

Similar, but it is actually a 1946 Taylorcraft, BC12-D1.

Beautiful day today on the ICW, saw work from a different perspective.

Careful with the bleach, it can do a number on aluminum if you don't wash it right off. Best not to use.

I have an Alumacraft V-14 and have used it almost exclusively in brackish water since 1994. It is really no worse for wear. As far as the motor, I always flush it well with fresh water. Only minor cosmetic damage I have to the boat is I used a little bleach on it, and aluminum really does not...