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    a great way to save money on gas.

    even though gas prices are dropping, we still could use a little help at the pumps. http://s146.photobucket.com/albums/r277/tallcanadiansboat/easy%20way%20to%20save%20money%20on%20gas/?action=view&current=Gas.flv
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    wasting a boat

    what a waste. poor boat. http://media.photobucket.com/video/boating/egan_gt/099cf3f3.pbr?o=12
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    canadian police chase

    being in canada i am asked all the time about how much snow we get and how long the winters are, and how do we live in all that snow. well, this may give you some answers. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rd-Zr8caNJo
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    wanna laugh? first time film making.

    this is me trying my hand at film making. lol. don't laugh too hard. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tfBFcn3xV9c
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    highway of heroes. this is nice.

    I was rather surprised to receive this from an ex-pat Canadian who now lives in the USA . It is a piece that ran on the American Network - NBC News - about our ?Highway of Heroes.? Well done ? they are to be commended for running this report. With the going down of the sun and in the...
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    some different boat pics

    every now and then i come across some different types of boating pics. i save some so i thought i would share some with you . anyone else have any ''different'' boating pics?
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    what's needed to charge battery- 45 hp commerical johnson

    i have a 1985 johnson 45hp commercial outboard. these motors are pretty well bare bones but i was lucky enough to have electric start on it. i've had it now for 3 years and it works perfect. nice big lower unit, pushes my 15 foot tri hull with a load at ease. my question is what do i need to...
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    looking for ideas for a windshield lift

    i'm thinking about raising my windshild around 4 inches or so. my boat is a low profile and i'm 6'5 so my head sticks above it. this isn't so bad except for rainy and windy days, or spray from waves. even when i duck down i can't quite get down enough not to get wet. my thoughts were one of the...
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    what kind of tach for my 1985 45hp johnson

    i have a 1985, 45hp commercial outboard. i am wondering what kind of tachometer i will need to use for it. if i was to buy an airguide tach or an original tach. all help is appreciated.
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    ignition for 1985 johnson 45hp commercial outboard

    this is a dumb question and i know i should know this but...what kind of ignition does my outboard have? is it cdi? thanks in advance. i have a chance to by and aftermarket tachometer but i what should i be watching for as far as my ignition.
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    what have i got?

    i just picked up an old evinrude outboard for free. not sure if it even runs but the motor is intacted and not seized. i can't find the model number on this anywhere the only thing i found was the serial number which is 205B63B C92992. any help would be appreciated. it has a johnson motor cover...
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    painting propeller

    anyone ever paint a propeller? i want to paint mine over the winter along with my motor. what kind of paint could i use on the prop?
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    1976 sunray, boat carpet

    well, one year is almost over for my rebuild and what a year. the boat is still floating, lol. i was one of those who put carpet in my boat. i heard all the pros and cons and for most, is seemed, that most people are opposed to carpet. well after one season of heat, rain, cold, and dropping...
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    1976 sunray

    well, after a long winter, a lot of hours and a few bucks, she is finally done. well, 99.9%. i'm waiting on a back curtain. took her too the cabin, launched her off. it sits nicer in the water, looks great. it didn't sink, doesn't leak, didn't fall apart, thank heavens. i want to say a big...
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    1976 sunray

    more updated pics. and more to come soon. http://s146.photobucket.com/albums/r277/tallcanadiansboat/?sc=1&addtype=local
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    1976 sunray rebuild continues

    well, after a long winter of snowmobiling and ice fishing, iv'e been back at finishing my boat. i have updated some pics on the following site. don't be too critical as this is my first build, lol. it's not perfect, but it's paid for...
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    1976 sunray

    after a short break to catch my breathe and to suck up to the wife for some boat money, lol, i'm back at it. had to order in some more resin. here are some updated pics. more coming soon. http://s146.photobucket.com/albums/r277/tallcanadiansboat/
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    thrust rod (adjuster) 45 hp commercial 1985

    the thrust rod on my motor is seized on one side. i've tried different lubes but to no avail. i'm afraid something will break if i force it too much. the motor was used in salt water before i got my hands on it. can anyone suggest something that may free this. i've used wd 40, rust check and a...
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    getting back to rebuilding.

    the turkey is all gone, the beer is all drank, now back to work. i've updated my pics on my site. got the transom in mostly and got the stringers made and fitted. i have to order in some more epoxy. but all is good so far. here is my site...
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    happy new year and thanks to all who help.

    just a quick thank you for all you people who have given me great advice and help on my boat rebuild. i've received geat help from very nice people. i never thought a site would be so helpful. no one is made fun of and all seem to be very kind. i've just started to get some wood in for my...
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