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  1. Philster

    You have to see this

    Re: You have to see this This thread needs the pics posted in the thread so we never lose 'em! Here ya go! Epic Boat Fail: Boat -18ft Fiberglass -Use to be an inboard now its an outboard -Open Bow -Seats 8 -V hull Great for large lakes -Spot for trolling motor -Comes with 2 ores and a boat...
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    gill netting boat question

    Re: gill netting boat question Um, aren't they called gill net boats? Or maybe bird dog boats? Bird dog for gill netting:
  3. Philster

    Absolutely NEW!

    Re: Absolutely NEW! 8-10 people have trouble fishing on charter boats, even of the Hatteras* style! Boats and seamanship have a learning curve that is measured in decades. Jumping into a serious offshore boat/adventure requires one to complete a big chunk of that curve. *Pictured...
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    Water in very odd area

    Re: Water in very odd area About leaking joints (shoe box). http://www.jordanyachts.com/archives/1651 Shoebox A shoebox joint is noted as the simpliest and worst joint. The deck molds in such a way to create a downward flange that fits over a simple flangeless hull. The builder screws...
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    I want a boat and have questions.

    Re: I want a boat and have questions. He was referring to WA boats, known as Walk Arounds, because you can walk around the cabin (very carefully!). :) H
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    what is this cable for on the top of my boat??

    Re: what is this cable for on the top of my boat?? Here is the small Scarab and the cable. http://rockhardchic.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/new-ads-001.jpg
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    If the grease fitting is missing on 1 of 4 SuperLube hubs (spindles)....

    My dual axle trailer is fitted with four SuperLube hubs (technically, according to SuperLube, they are spindles), with the grease fitting/nipple facing out from the center on 3/4 of the hubs. One has no fitting/nipple. I checked the rear of the hub and there is no fitting/nipple there, too. I...
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    When do you cover your boat - everytime you use it?

    Re: When do you cover your boat - everytime you use it? Mooring cover during season and between uses. Off season, she gets a full bow to stern cover.
  9. Philster

    Painting a ''plastic'' fairing, but not sure if it's ABS, resin, etc

    I've included a pic. It's not a pliable piece of plastic. It is rather rigid and rattles if you rap your knuckles on it. The raw color is dull yellowish. The white paint is peeling, revealing that lovely dull yellow. With what can I paint this fairing?. I am prepared to sand, smooth...
  10. Philster

    Garmin Fish Finder/Depth Finder

    At speeds above 10-15 knots, I lose the reading on the depths (freezes at last number) and lost bottom mapping. Comes back when I slow down. I inherited this device. Don't know much about this style. All I ever used was a basic sounding device. Is this behavior normal? If not, what can...
  11. Philster

    Garmen GPSMap 162: Blank Scree

    First: my Garmen GPSMap 162 has a blank screen, but has power. Long shot: Any suggestions? Second: Let's say it's shot; do I need to rewire if I get a new model (162 discontiniued) or would a more current Garmen hook right up to the antenna and multi pin connector?
  12. Philster

    40' Formula goes on shore, takes out gazebo! Pics!

    Gotta be more careful with million dollar toys. :p http://berkeley-nj.patch.com/articles/powerboat-no-longer-cruising-on-cove-road#photo-6679498
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    No cast iron? Are GLM exhaust components aluminum (i.e., manfolds, risers)?

    I know the notorious GLM brand. Generally considered cheap, but some folks find the discount price worth it when they take time to check mating surfaces, etc. However, I never gave any thought to it, but being a salt-water boater, are GLM exhausts aluminum? I never see a reference to them...
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    Urgent: Whether 2 proceed w/repair. 502 a goner or can I test compression?

    I have either a cracked head (or corroded with a hole) or blown head gasket. After a manifold/riser/elbow/gaskets job, I had the misfortune of seeing salt water coming out of the starboard side exhaust gasket (engine meets exhaust manifold). These new pieces/installation supposedly check...
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    UPDATED: PIC I have saltwater coming out at mani gasket @ engine?! All new stuff!

    I have a great running 502 Magnum EFI/MP, 1996, turning a Bravo 1 and 23p Mirage Plus prop on my 26.9' Scarab. She runs up near 60+ with a fairly heavy load. Factory specs on the boat are 61 MPH at 4900 RPM on a 23p Mirage. I am right there. I am actually afraid to push it harder or trim it...
  16. Philster

    GREAT week at the boat ramps! Them lower Chesapeake boys really know how to roll!

    I am completely wiped out from a week's long vacation down on the Chesapeake. I made use of the Cape Charles, VA harbor ramps and the Kiptopeke Park ramps. Cape Chuck is good for three wide. Kiptopeke is goof for two wide... maybe three. Wow. Just wow. Motels and restaurants that...
  17. Philster

    Bravo 1 knocking. Prop wont turn by hand.

    Humming along fine at 3000 rpm and hear a sound over the engine. Idle the engine and hear knocking. Shut it down, jump into the Atlantic and felt prop. Won't turn. Stepped on ladder and tried to push prop with foot. Didn't turn. TowBoatUs came and got me after I called in my GPS...
  18. Philster

    I need a starting battery, here are specs. Been starting w/ a 'deep cycle' batt !!!

    Howdy again. I pop in from time to time to explain that electric is not my thing. Yep... right down to batteries. You folks helped me relax and install my Livorsi gauges, right down to a GPS speedo wired to my Garmen GPS unit. (So I've attached a pic of completed work below. Thanks for the...
  19. Philster

    Why do I get oil/gases out of this hose up onto my engine hatch?

    1996, Merc 502 Magnum EFI/MP. 320 hours. See pic. Pic taken from top down. This is over the right bank of engine (if viewed from inside boat. After running hard, the engine hatch/cover will have an oily residue on it. It is immediately above this hole (see red arrow). Engine runs...
  20. Philster

    Long shot Question: Can I launch my 26' Scarab @ Kiptopeke Park (VA)Chessie Ba

    Well... I used to launch out of Cape Charles, VA @ the harbor. Gonna be two minutes from Kiptopeke boat ramp and have no clue if she can handle my 26.9' Scarab. Never seen it. Anyone out there have any idea? I know this is a long shot to get an answer. This is the time of year I yank the...
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