Forum: General
08-19-2009, 09:08 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 132
Re: Draw me a clock!
I'm glad someone familiar with this site got her. I was trying to justify another boat sitting on my property. You got a very good deal I think. I talked to the owner a week ago, but fortunately...
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Forum: General
04-22-2009, 06:11 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 327
Re: 1989 23WA Seacraft fuel tank replacemnt/maybe?
Gary, be very careful cutting into that tank with anything. Gasoline fumes never seem to go away and will explode, with any spark. There is a proper way, I just don't happen to know it. Check with...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
04-19-2009, 04:20 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 99
Re: How Many Holes Did You Patch?
I have been working on my 1976 MA that I bought from Big Shrimpin. Actually I am about finished with what I am going to do. Thank God, Big did all the hard work. Anyway, I plugged 121 holes just...
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Forum: General
03-18-2009, 05:42 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 203
Re: Posted earlier...what happened?
I don't know if it will solve your problem, never having experience with a bracket, but you can easily make your motor a 25". Just order the kit from Suzuki. It is a simple install. A 5"extension...
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Forum: General
03-18-2009, 05:18 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 144
Re: Restore woodgrain dash
I would bet it is simply woodgrain formica. Like they use on tabletops. Find a dealer, pick out a nice grain pattern and build a new dash yourself. I'm not familiar with the dash layout on your...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
02-10-2009, 08:12 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 79
Re: New Transom worried about Bracket problems
First thing I would consider is adding a 5" shaft extension to your engine. That will raise it a little more out of the water. Adding weight and moving it further to the rear, without adding more...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
01-10-2009, 07:59 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 221
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
11-02-2008, 10:26 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 144
Re: Using Seacast transom repair
Look down three lines in the same discussion and you will find the same question being answered. You can also look for more info by doing a search. Will save you a lot of time. :)
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Forum: SeaCraft Photos
09-21-2008, 11:01 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 350
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
08-27-2008, 04:25 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 193
Re: transom/engine question
You could probably have the shaft extended on your current engine to 25". Most engines have an extension kit available. That way you could rebuild the transom to 25", as it should be, and still keep...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
08-16-2008, 11:55 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 124
Re: Paint prep?
McG. Thanks for the suggestions. I hadn't thought of using the naptha. I am working outdoors so the fumes are not so much of a problem, but the naptha would be nice because of the lower evaporation...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
08-16-2008, 03:02 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 124
Paint prep?
Hi. I am getting ready to paint the deck and topsides of my 20' MA. I will probably spray on Awlgrip maybe Sterling. Can't decide which way to go. First however, I need to do a lot of sanding and...
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Forum: Off Topic / Fishing
04-28-2008, 09:10 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 139
Re: Chartplotters
Thanks Big Lew. I wondered what WAAS was all about. I appreciate all of your information. Now I just have to make up my mind. Then look for the best deal. No one has said anything pro or con...
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Forum: Off Topic / Fishing
04-27-2008, 07:58 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 139
Re: Chartplotters
McG. Thanks for all the good input. I hadn't thought about the ramifications of buying used. I'll check out, getwetfeet.com.
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Forum: Off Topic / Fishing
04-27-2008, 04:32 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 139
Re: Chartplotters
Thanks for the input. I will look a little more at the Northstar stuff. I know Furuno is top-of-the-line from my experience in the commercial end, but I also know it usually is priced above my...
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Forum: Off Topic / Fishing
04-26-2008, 03:59 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 139
Re: Chartplotters
Yeah, I know the money kind of limits me, but i just can't afford more. Garmin seems to be the most popular from my research, but they have a bewildering list of models and the numbering system for...
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Forum: Off Topic / Fishing
04-25-2008, 06:40 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 139
Chartplotters
Any good advice out there about new generation chartplotters and fishfinders. I am looking for something for my ,soon -to-be mine, 20' MA. I am thinking of two separate units and not a combo. I...
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Forum: For Sale
03-26-2008, 01:20 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 167
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Forum: Performance
03-20-2008, 04:30 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 208
Re: fuel economy
Fr. Frank.
Thanks for the info. That gives me a lot more options to consider. I don't mind the greasy fingernails, mine are mostly that way anyhow. I don't have any problem with maintaining...
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Forum: Performance
03-20-2008, 02:03 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 208
Re: fuel economy
Big. Sent you a PM. Thanks for all the info. guys. Appreciate the input.
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Forum: Performance
03-19-2008, 09:37 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 208
Re: fuel economy
Tiny.
I am leaning more towards an outboard. I think they are a lot easier to maintain for one thing. I am a little partial to the Yamaha's. I used to be a Suzuki dealer and back then we all...
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Forum: Performance
03-19-2008, 04:49 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 208
Re: fuel economy
I am assuming that by "four banger" you are really meaning "four stroke"?
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Forum: Performance
03-19-2008, 02:23 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 208
Re: fuel economy
I realize the diesel has real advantages, but initial cost is pretty high and right now the cost of diesel is hard to believe. I am going to have to find a boat that has an older power plant. An...
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Forum: Performance
03-19-2008, 02:08 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 208
Re: fuel economy
Big. Could be. Did you have a 20' Seacraft with a CA commercial permit? Must have sold, it disappeared from Craigslist. It was pretty much what I want, and being on West coast instead of East would...
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Forum: Performance
03-18-2008, 11:46 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 208
fuel economy
A question for you all. I have worked boats , sold boats, and owned boats, but not for many years. Right now I am starting retirement and hope to find a nice classic center console to use. My...
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