Recent content by ScouterJames

I had the same problem. Used a cheap floor (vehicle) jack I had, with a 2x4 build up to the seat base. Had to put a 2x4 on end on the other side of the post to keep it from just angling off, but POP! it came out. I sanded the little tabs on the post lightly with a belt sander so it doesn't...

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Does it (or how does it) work with the mobile app?

I was thinking of mounting mine on a riser off the seat - a little less leverage in case (or when) that happens!

One other point that was mentioned by a friend for Braid vs. SS - on smaller boats (mine is a 12'), IF you get your ball hung up, there is a very real possibility of swamping (especially when side mounted).... THAT being said, keeping cutters for SS at hand is a safety issue for sure - IMHO...

For anyone that's reading for future projects, (I haven't used this specifically, but have heard it works wonders) removing stickers etc. https://googone.com/products/sticker-lifter/ For cleaning the residue: Goo Gone is less chemical harsh smelling that Goof Off, works great -...

Much appreciate the info and pics! 6lb balls.... hmmmm LOL I haven't used a downrigger in the area I'm in, bigger boats use big balls, but with only a 12' and not going too far out into the salt, I'll have to experiment. 20-60 feet would be probably the area I'd be in, I'd think nothing more...

Looks awesome! Can you post a couple of pics of the downrigger mount? Still trying to decide if and or where to mount mine... I'm on the coast so (not too far out) ocean fishing, downrigger mount freaks me out a bit, bigger balls (you smirked at that, I KNOW YOU DID) than lake trolling...

I'm in for the Valco as well - wide and deep = stability IMO at least. Tough problem to have LOL

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I have a Dragonfly PRO and couldn't be happier (strike that, if I bought a larger screen I could LOL). Works great, easy to see in the sun, inexpensive, wifi to phones/tablets... I bought the 4" (price driven) and admittedly wish I bucked up for the 5". It comes WITH the Navionics card...

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I'm a lurker, with a 12' deep v that realistically won't see much work LOL I don't normally post, but I really wanted to extend a thanks for your time and posting like that. I may never actually use the info personally, but wow, dude - hats off to you!!

Glad it worked out for you! Just got lucky with some googling - VERY cool all the info!!!! James

Try contacting the company? Looks like they're still around - maybe have some info or brochures in their old archives.... Looks like the same company - says they made boats briefly..... https://www.hellotrade.com/dickmann-manufacturing-company/profile.html