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    iFinder H2O c won't search

    I have an iFinder h20 c that I have had for about 4 years. I have only used it a couple of times and it still looks brand new. It has been kept in my boat, dry and not exposed to an weather etc. I tried to use it the other day and it will not show that it is searching for any satellites. I...
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    Remove Passenger Console

    Hello, ( I posted this in the "boat topics" section before I found the Crestliner thread.....so am reposting) I have a Crestliner CMV 1750, dual consoles. I am thinking of removing the passenger console to give more room for fishing, poles etc. I looked under the flooring and it looks like...
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    Remove passenger console

    Hello, I have a Crestliner CMV 1750, dual consoles. I am thinking of removing the passenger console to give more room for fishing, poles etc. I looked under the flooring and it looks like they are just bolted down but one of the bolts on the corner (which is also bolted) has no real access to...
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    Yamaha 115, 4S vs 115 E-Tec

    I have a yamaha 115 4S and was thinking of repowering some day with an E-Tec. For those of you who have experience, I would like your opinions of the engines. Are there any reported E-Tec problems that I should know about. I know the Yamaha has more functional parts but have been told also, by...
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    Trim Gauge

    I have a Yamaha 115 4Stroke and have noticed on my last few outings that when I trim down my motor all the way, that the trim gauge needle will no longer go to the bottom trim line but only to the top mark on the gauge and won't go any lower (indicating that the motor is trimmed down all the...
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    Fireline on Spinning reel

    Anyone had any problems with braided line or fireline etc on spinning face reel? I put some 20# line on a spinning reel and after about a month, the entire line will rotate with the spool. In other words it is not held tight to the reel and the entire wad of line pulls off easily even with the...
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    Smart tabs

    I just sent this in to the Nauticus web site but thought I would try here also since there seems to be quite a bit of experience. I have been considering getting Smart tabs for over a year now and still have a few questions. My hesitation is that I really don't want to drill a bunch of holes...
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    Smart tabs

    I just sent this in to the Nauticus web site but thought I would try here also since there seems to be quite a bit of experience. I have been considering getting Smart tabs for over a year now and still have a few questions. My hesitation is that I really don't want to drill a bunch of holes...
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    Cabelas' lures

    I noticed in the Cabelas' catalog and also in my latest In-Fisherman, advertisements for the "Fisherman Series" of their crankbaits and also the "No roll" spinnerbaits. The prices were really good.....$24-29 for one dozen lures. I Know that sometimes other name lure companies will make lures...
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    Keel Guard

    I have a 17 1/2 ft aluminum Crestliner with a 115 Yamaha. I have read about using Keel guard to protect the bow/hull when pulling up on beaches etc. Does anyone have any experience using it...and if so....how far back do you have to go with the keel guard to protect it? Or is this another...
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    New Hydrofoil

    Has anyone heard/or had experience with a non-screw in hydrofoil(for OB motors) called an "XR Performance Maximus Stabilizer?" It is sold in Cabelas catalog-just curious. Supposedly has a new tunnel prop tech. which according to other web sites that I researched, is a better performer.<br /><br...
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    Local Lakes

    I am just curious, and would like to know from other fishermen the distance to their favorite home lakes for fishing. I am about 55 minutes from my nearest lake. <br /><br />Thanks for the survey.<br /><br />Glen
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    Bow Mounted Fish Finder

    I am ready to buy another fish finder for the bow of my boat and have a Garmin 240 mounted on the transom/console. Not sure what unit to buy for the front but want to mount transducer to the trolling motor. Several questions:<br />1) Would it be OK to use the trolling motor battery which is...
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    Optimize performance

    I am having a tough time getting optimal performance out of my boat. Have a 03 Crestliner CMV, 17', 115 4S Yamaha. Had a 19p 13 1/4 prop on purchase (5300 rpms at WOT and 48mph- I was told I should be able to get 50mph). Had 2 problems initially, porpoising and issues with getting max rpms at...
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    SS Prop

    I am getting ready to buy a SS prop for my Yamaha 115, 4stroke in a 17-19 pitch, prob 13 1/4 or 13 1/2. I have an aluminum 17p now and I guess I will have to play to make sure my rpms are right at WOT and am interested in more top end. My hole shot is pretty good. My question is: is there a...
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