Recent content by mikebel

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    Need advice: Removing oil-base paint graphic that's on the gelcoat.

    Hi. I've recently purchased my first boat, a '88 Chaparral 19' bow-rider. The previous owner did his part; he reupholstered the entire boat. Now I need to give the gelcoat some well-deserved TLC; but first I need to remove (from both sides) an amateurish graphic that some PO had painted on...
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    Opinions on Stratus 2100 DC? 1st time boater shopping

    Hi all. I'm new to boating; only have a 12' jon boat w/ 6 hp motor right now. LOL! I've been reading a lot on this forum and window shopping on Boat Trader. My brother in RI is a big-time boat guy and he's giving me advice but he's also 1100 miles away. I'd like a used boat big enough for my...
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