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As an update, my buddy has started using the boat and he is loving it. Easy to launch and use, and runs like a top.

Kudos to you for taking great care of your friend! Keep an eye on him, as a lack of communication, social interaction, and willingness...

I am in the process of rewiring a boat. Usually, the wires themselves are okay, but the connectors are often corroded. Sometimes...

An 1860 will push with a 40, but a 50-70 are usually what you see on them once they go over 17'.

I have fixed and rebuilt a few OB's in the last few years so I'm okay with a little work. To be honest I don't have a hull yet, which...

Thanks for asking. Doing great. We are on a long out-of-country vacay. No fishing but I did watch a guy fishing from the bank in...

There are many variables in V design. Take my Bay boat for example. The hull at the transom is almost flat. My little aluminum boat...

I'm pretty wary of trade deals. I guess in the rare case you might run into a deal where both parties are looking for a better fit, but...

Does your generator have a 4-prong 240V plug, or 3 prong? You shouldn't have to twist wires together if you make sure the house outlet...

I’m set up exactly the same with a 50 amp welding plug on the shed. I’m the only one who handles it. My wife won’t even think about...

Something like "needs a water pump" is not a big deal. If you know how to clean carbs, then you can get some really good deals. But...

Old tech, but Butyl Tape is excellent between layers.

Got it. That makes more sense. I have a laminated instruction sheet zip-tied to mine showing the proper sequence. It's as follows...

Skip that old, overpriced motor. I just did a quick look of a 100 mile radius of you and saw many. I really like the little E-tec...

IMO, not for "big" water, but you might consider looking at some of the fishing style pontoon boats. Especially for fishing with kids...