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  1. BWR1953

    Repainted my utility trailer

    My young neighbor needed a little extra cash, so I had him repaint my 5'x10' utility trailer. I tried to colormatch the paint to my car, but only got close. It does look good though, so I'm very pleased. He even painted the trailer rims to match my car wheels too. The paint is Glidden...
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    Photobucket problem

    Photobucket isn't displaying all of my images. I noticed it last week, but thought it was just a fluke or an upgrade or something going on back at their end. However, the LINKS to the photos work! Now it's just getting to be aggravating. I have several hundred images uploaded and organized...
  3. BWR1953

    Score!

    I needed a starter for my 25hp Mercury outboard. Contacted the local dealer and was told $176 for a new one, plus tax. Ouch. Mentioned it to my neighbor buddy a couple days ago, who replied that he might be able to hook me up with a better deal. Today he tells me that his friend has just...
  4. BWR1953

    Free boat!

    Just saw this ad on C/L... sucks to be him! :D http://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/boa/1566681649.html
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    Aluminum Chris Craft?

    Do my eyes deceive me? Looks like an aluminum boat to me. http://tampa.craigslist.org/psc/boa/1557910510.html
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    Anybody know this song?

    Okay, I was cruisin' craigslist and came across an ad from a guy selling his boat, with a video included. Checked out the vid and the fella did a great job. The background song has some terrific pickin' that got me grinnin'! Can anybody identify the tune and artist? Here's the ad...
  7. BWR1953

    Slipped on the ICE today!

    Owwww... my leg!! ](*,) Started to step outside onto my front porch steps this morning to reload the bird feeder. Stepped down onto the landing with my left foot, which completely slipped out from under me. As I went crashing downwards, my right leg remained in place on the doorstep. My...
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    Starcraft parts available in Tampa area

    Dunno if anyone needs this stuff, but found this ad on c/l and thought I'd let everyone know. I'm not affiliated in any way with the ad poster, nor do I know anything about the stuff. He does have a pic in the ad. http://tampa.craigslist.org/psc/boa/1535683152.html Vintage windshield and...
  9. BWR1953

    An operational workaround to a software limitation

    I am definitely gonna have to buy a new computer in 2010 sometime. My old system still works very well for me, but I keep bumping up against Windows 2000 limitations. The latest issue has finally convinced me to start shopping. For Christmas, my sweetie bought me a new digital camera, which...
  10. BWR1953

    EPIRB yields happy ending

    Automatic EPIRB activated and called for help. Good stuff. (Fair use applies) http://www.baynews9.com/content/36/2009/12/23/562444.html?title=New+video:+EPIRB+leads+rescuers+to+stranded+fishermen PINELLAS COUNTY (Bay News 9) -- An EPIRB saved the lives of three fishermen on a cold, dark...
  11. BWR1953

    Saved my cousin today

    My 67 y.o. cousin called today and was telling me about a "sweet deal" on a 13 y.o. fiberglass fish 'n' ski that has been sitting uncovered outdoors for over 3 years up north. The 150hp Mercury hadn't been run during that entire time, but the package was priced at only $1,000. :eek: Told him...
  12. BWR1953

    Sea Nymph second voyage

    Took my girlfriend out in my little Fishing Machine this afternoon for a couple hours. It was my GF's first time in a boat for well over 20+ years and her very first time in my little boat. It was GLORIOUS weather out there today too! A great day to head to the Gulf. We launched without...
  13. BWR1953

    What kinda tin boat is this?

    The ad has been on C/L for over a month... several times in fact. Interesting looking little boat. http://tampa.craigslist.org/psc/boa/1472327678.html
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    Twins on a Starcraft?

    Okay, ya'll know I'm a tinboat fan, what with my little Sea Nymph and all. That 14 footer is my skinny water boat, but someday I'll also add a larger boat for fishing farther out in the Gulf. Was thinkin' a 19' Islander or maybe a Chieftain would be good. But I want the safety of twin...
  15. BWR1953

    Okay, hook me up!

    Sometime in 2010 I plan to upgrade to a new computer. Probably a laptop or netbook or something similar. What I want to be able to do is to use the laptop in the living room, using the Sony Bravia LCD tv as the monitor. Preferably wirelessly. And yes, I want to be able to watch tv as well as...
  16. BWR1953

    Sea Nymph update

    I've been a very busy boy over the last few weeks and haven't had much time to work on my little Fishing Machine, but DO have it ready to fish now! It is functional, but not optimized or restored. Vessel accomplishments: Mounted a used ($10) MotorGuide 30lb. thrust trolling motor on the bow...
  17. BWR1953

    Neat little tugboat

    Just saw this on c/l for sale... neato! LOL! :D (I am not involved in the sale in any way.) http://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/boa/1462694188.html Edited to add pix.
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    Hey Tampa Starcraft guys

    Everybody see this? Sounds like a deal to me. Too bad I already have a tinny and no extra bucks! :D http://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/boa/1456169367.html
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    Laser as a rescue aid?

    There are frequent news stories like this one where people get prosecuted for shining lasers at aircraft, etc. Gives me the idea that having a small laser onboard in the ditch bag might be a good idea. The Coast Guard and other rescue agencies say that even though the person in the water...
  20. BWR1953

    Pretty little tin boat

    Was browsing C/L and saw this nice little restoration. Not my boat, nor do I need another one, but thought I'd share. Whoever did the resto certainly did a good job. http://tampa.craigslist.org/psc/boa/1446082614.html
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