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  1. Isaacm1986

    Genius Idea, Soda Bottle Pontoon Boat

    Here is a link to a guy who built a pontoon boat using soda bottles as the flotation. Pretty cool idea! http://www.instructables.com/id/Incredible-Soda-Bottle-Pontoon-Boat/
  2. Isaacm1986

    Local playground at lake goodwin was burned down

    So, 3 min from my house is the biggest lake in my area. Lake goodwin. They have a county park, with a boat launch at one end of the lake and then on the other end of the lake is a kid's playground with a shallow swimming area and a fun dock the kids can jump off of and into the water. This park...
  3. Isaacm1986

    Work from home job's

    So my wife is a full time worker as a care giver at the local senior center. I am working full time painting houses and working construction. My wife has been researching work from home opportunity's that are legit. We know there are a lot of scams out there and have to be very careful. We have...
  4. Isaacm1986

    Old Evinrude Help

    I have a old evinrude that was given to me. I am trying to figure out the year. There are no serial numbers or model numbers on the motor anywhere. The motor runs great, starts with no hesitation at all. I am going to put it up for sale, and was wondering if anyone knew year approximation? Thanks
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    2x6 T&G for boat deck?

    I am helping a friend with the restore of his boat. He posted this question in his restoration thread but no responses. We are getting ready to put the deck in his boat and wanted to know your thoughts on using 2x6 T&G as the deck in the boat. He has a LOT of it leftover and would like to use up...
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    Fly Fishing Float Tube

    So i am thinking about purchasing my first float tube to get me on the water for some fly fishing and spin fishing. This would be my first float tube purchase, and I am wondering if people have a certain tube that they would Recommend. I am 6'2 255 pounds, so the one I buy will need to...
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    Wife's uncle almost drowned yesterday

    We just got word that my wife's uncle almost died yesterday in a boating accident. They were on the lake for the day, and a boat collided with them. Uncle was thrown overboard and knocked unconscious, no PFD, rescue team pulled him out of the water with no pulse. They were able to revive him and...
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    Worth Sandblasting and Painting?

    I was given a boat and trailer today. I just sold the boat and now have the trailer. It has a LOT of rust, but nowhere is rusted through. my question is the trailer worth having sandblasted and painted or just scrap it and look for a newer one? Thoughts?
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    3m polyurethane sealant 550

    So I am wondering if anyone has ever used this 3m polyurethane adhesive/sealant 550? Says in the bottle it has great adhesion to aluminum, and to use above or below the waterline. I am wondering if there is a big difference between this and the 3m 5200? I was at the marine shop picking up some...
  10. Isaacm1986

    1978 Starcraft Mariner 210 Restoration

    Well things are looking up for me. I have had to give up on a few boat projects because of financial reasons. But we now have established a good steady income, and glad to have a income again. Both my wife and I have wanted a boat to take the family out in. Something that would be good for...
  11. Isaacm1986

    70hp tohatsu outboard any good?

    I am looking at possible picking up a boat with a 70hp oil injection Tohatsu on it. I am not sure the year of the motor. The owner says it needs a flywheel. Are these hard to find? I have only every dealt in johnson, evinrude, and mercury motors. Any advise would be great.
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    Ames Non Skid Deck Coating

    I am getting ready to lay in the deck of a fishing boat i have. I have always used carpet in the past, and have never had any problems with it. However i feel like changing things up a little this time. Has anyone ever used this product? Ames non skid deck coating? It seems pretty interesting to...
  13. Isaacm1986

    Help with my mazda

    So i just bought a 1995 mazda millenia that was in a low speed accident for $200. I am working on putting the thing back together. Some fool took off the belt tensioner for the alternator belt, and for the life of me I cannot figure out where it goes. it is a 2.5liter motor. the ford probe has...
  14. Isaacm1986

    A Must Have for painting....

    I found this stuff at lowes when i was picking up paint. For anyone using rustoleum or any other oil based paint, This stuff works awesome! I am painting with foam rollers and the paint dries to a smooth glossy finish. I am very happy with the results so far.
  15. Isaacm1986

    12ft livingston summer touch ups

    Well today i picked up a 12ft livingston that is in ok shape. only paid $100 for it. I am going to do some glass work on it, sand it, paint it, build a removable casting deck, add a couple seats to sit in, and get it ready for the summer. Here are the first pics, and there will be a lot more to...
  16. Isaacm1986

    Livingston Boats any good?

    Hello guys, Since my ranger restore project went south, I have been looking for a cheap little boat just to fish in on the lake this summer. I have opted for somethig i can strap to the top of my jeep, and take camping with us this summer. I am currently looking at buying a little 8ft...
  17. Isaacm1986

    1970 mercury 115hp comression question

    So i have a 1970-71 mercury 115 hp, the motor runs good, we got everything working on it, did a compression test this morning and 5 cylinders are at 150psi, but the top cylinder (6th cylinder) is only 90psi. what does this mean? is it ok to still use the motor? any thoughts would be helpful...
  18. Isaacm1986

    merc 115 tower of power question

    I am working on a late 60's early 70's 115 hp tower of power. The motor starts, and runs, but every time i start it it is running wide open. It does not want to go into neutral, and i cannot bring the idle down with the controls. When i move the throttle lever the parts on the motor move, but...
  19. Isaacm1986

    The New Springfield XDM 40.

    I am considering buying another hand gun in the near future and I am looking at these springfields. I have heard nothing but great things about them, and thought i would ask you guys what you think of them! I have always been a Glock guy, but am considering stepping out and trying one of these...
  20. Isaacm1986

    Magnetic trailer lights

    So i have a stupid question. about a month ago I picked up a set of magnetic trailer lights (from autozone) for towing a trailer home that had no lights. I have used them about 5 times and the magnets are all warn out. They don't stick to anything now. I like having them around, they come in...
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