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    Radar detectors?

    It's been 17 years since I've purchased my trusty Passport (the original) and since a recent ticket (first in 7 years - passport at home in the closet :o ) and an near-miss today, it may be time for a full time installation of the latest radar/laser technology.<br /><br />I don't know where...
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    Measuring electrical watt usage??

    Need to figure out how much electrical energy a PC is using at a particular time.<br /><br />I'm doing some research on how much energy a PC computer uses during regular operation, verses sitting in the power save mode.<br /><br />Is there a simple device to measure/figure usage?<br /><br />Any...
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    Need home-repair discussion forum.

    iboats is the best for boats, but I may have to slip away occasionally, to discuss home improvement or remodeling issues, especially flooring.<br /><br />I know it's hard to get away, but has anyone been to a good discussion forum for homes?<br /><br />Not nearly as much fun as boating, but hey...
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    Could you become a U.S. Citizen?

    Do you think you know your country well enough to pass the U.S. Citizenship test?<br /><br />Here are some of the questions.<br /><br />Good luck.<br /><br /> http://encarta.msn.com/quiz/quiz.asp?QuizID=14 <br /><br />I missed one easy question.
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    Install trim gauge on '01 40HP Johnson

    I have the power trim, but am not sure what I need on the motor, to install a trim gauge.<br /><br />Any help appreciated.<br /><br />Marty
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    Accident waiting to happen?

    Colorado, like some other states, have had instances of West Nile virus, carried by mosquitoes.<br /><br />Lights started flashing, when I read a local news article on how the County Health Dept. wants to release "several tankfuls" of Gambusia (mosquito fish), into ponds that do not drain into...
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    Source of info for lake maps?

    I have lake maps from "fish n go" and others that have depth soundings, etc., but do not contain GPS coordinates (inland freshwater lakes).<br /><br />I am presuming that these companies do not go to each lake and perform soundings, to create these maps, but instead get them from a government...
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    Gameboy Safe!

    After a long, good day of boating and fishing, loading the boat and traveling 6.5 miles down the road, my five year old son informs me that he left his $70 Gameboy Advanced sitting on the "boat thing", meaning the trailer toungue.<br /><br />Of course I flipped out, since my kid's are lost...
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    No wonder the world is screwed up!

    There was an earlier thread on how there was "too much" reporting on the war.<br /><br />The media covered every aspect of information on the Iraq war, from actual battle plans, to how the tank troupe's took a cr@p in the desert.(by Ted Koppel). <br /><br />This information was practically...
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    Tony Blair a hero?

    It was a given that President Bush, with the support of the American people, had the resolve to see the Iraqi war to the end.<br /><br />But, Tony Blair really put his "nards" on the chopping block, facing strong opposition at home, to side with the coalition, doing what he perceived was best...
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    Any "video" fisherman out there?

    I recently read an article on how pro bass and walleye fisherman scout areas prior to a tournament, using an underwater drop camera system. If they find a nice fish, they will drop a marker, to come back to.<br /><br />I was looking a some camera models at Cabelas and they really seem to have...
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    Worth having a boat hook?

    I only have a 16.6 footer, but sometimes have to dock in very windy conditons.<br /><br />Galyen's has a cool, telescoping aluminum boat hook for $25. It would fit in the rod storage compartment with no problem.<br /><br />What are some good uses for a boat hook and is it a good tool to have, or...
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    Ever fished McConaughy (NE)?

    Looks like a nice, deep lake.<br /><br />Anyone?
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    Cold weather rainwear?

    It would be nice to extend boat (Colorado USA)fishing into the fall, but still stay warm and dry.<br /><br />Some of the nicer Gortex coats/pants setups from Cabelas and others, easily top $200. Ouch :( !!<br /><br />Anyone know of on-line retailers that have some good stuff at a little better...
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    Use a trolling motor for trolling?

    May be a dumb question, but does anyone use a trolling motor for lake trolling?<br /><br />I have a bow mounted, foot controlled, Minn Kota 50# AT, on my 165 Lowe. <br /><br />It's perfect for maneuvering in bays from the forward seat, but if trolling off of the stern, I find my self running...
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