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  1. superbenk

    Best 7000# cruiser?

    This fall I upgraded my tow vehicle to a Nissan Titan with a Big Tow package capable of towing 9400#. This of course gets me thinking about what kind of boat I can tow with this setup :) I'd like to consider something that's realistically less than 7000# loaded so I have room in the truck to...
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    What's it like to be a marine mechanic?

    I work in IT as a sr. systems administrator & team manager. It's a pretty high-stress job. I like computers & I've been doing it for about 15 years, but the stress is rough. I grew up on the water (Finger Lakes) and got back into boating over the past couple years. I love tinkering with my...
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    Leaves changing at Beltzville yet?

    Considering a boating picnic at Beltzville this weekend & wondering if the leaves have started changing yet? Also, are the docks still out?
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    Got me a new hauler!

    So very excited, I had to share :) (Click for more photos)
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    Opinions on using boat after winterizing

    I'm not certain if I'll use my boat anymore before winter hits this year, so I'm considering winterizing it. However, I winterized last year around this time & November & December got pretty nice. I wished last year I had waited, but I had no idea. What are the opinions here about using the...
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    Had a bad dream last night...

    Well this is weird... I had a dream last night that I was all alone at some pristine lake out in the middle of nowhere and just so happened to have my boat in tow so I thought I'd try solo launching for the first time :) Backed it down the ramp a little to fast & slammed on the brakes, but it...
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    Boat on CL I missed earlier this year :)

    Pretty sure I just saw a boat for sale on my local Craigslist that's the exact same boat I missed buying earlier this year. When I called the dealership to go look at the boat, they told me it was already pending a deal completion so we missed it. Now it looks like it's up for sale again at...
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    F250 diesel w/ 140k miles?

    I've never had a diesel before. I've read many times that >100k miles on a diesel isn't a big deal. Should I consider spending $14k on a 2003 F250 with a 6.0L diesel & 140k miles on it? It's a crew cab that apparently had tranny troubles at 21k miles when Ford replaced it with a new truck for...
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    How much truck do I want?

    I have a semi-long term plan of getting a bigger truck followed by a much bigger boat. I want to look for a truck that will be capable of towing the bigger boat when I get there. The ideal boat is something in the 24-26' range small cruiser so that it's still trailerable, but comfortable for...
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    Symptoms of a sticky lifter

    I'm pretty handy mechanically, but I've not jumped into an engine overhaul or the innards of an engine yet so pardon my ignorance on the subject. Last week when we were out in the boat I started getting some very minor hesitations at high RPM (around 4k). I had this problem before & attributed...
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    Wallenpaupack boat ramps?

    We're heading to Promised Land State Park on Thursday & we're thinking of dunking the boat in Wallenpaupack during the day Thursday before heading to the campgrounds. We've never been on Wallenpaupack before, so don't know what to expect for a Thursday. Also, we're looking for the best ramp...
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    Van Skiver & Manor Lake info?

    Anyone know anything about these 2 lakes just north of Bristol near the Delaware River? They look like decent size lakes & I see houses with docks lining the west side of Van Skiver, but I know nothing about them nor have I ever seen boats on them. Are boats allowed on these lakes? Are they...
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    Color-matched bottom paints?

    We're considering putting our boat in a slip, but I've never dealt with bottom paint before & honestly, I hate the thought of painting that ugly black paint all over my nicely restored boat: I've seen some bottom paints that look like they come in various colors, but I'm wondering if they're...
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    DIY Trailer Guide Ons

    Created some new trailer guide-ons yesterday using some basic materials from the local hardware store. My main goals for these guide-ons was: Make trailer more visible when there isn't a boat on it (for retrieval) Help hold the stern in place during moderate winds/currents when retrieving...
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    OMC Stringer whine

    I've noticed this on my drive (since I got the boat) and have seen it on other Stringers running on Youtube videos. My outdrive produces a subtle whining noise like gears meshing at high speed. I check the oil every couple of trips and have never had a hint of metal in the lube. In fact, the...
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    Trailer roller causing keel damage

    My old trailer supports my boat toward the bow on a keel roller & it's caused damage. I've patched it a few times since I've gotten the boat, but the damage keeps recurring after a few retrievals. (Click for larger image) The trailer is a tilting style trailer, but I don't ever use it that...
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    1965 Stern Drives - blast from the past

    Poking around Google Books & stumbled on this: Popular Science 1965 Talks about the cool new tech for 1965 in stern drives! The Roylyn Sea Hawk is the one that really caught my eye - 360deg rotation like a pod (can turn completely around & pull instead of push - don't ask me why) & has...
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    Sports Stuff 48" SportTube

    My kids aren't really into the O'Brien Super Screamer flat disc tube I got yet, so I was thinking of getting a cheap basic tube they can use to get more comfortable with tubing on for awhile. Anyone have any opinions on this tube, Sports Stuff 48" SportTube...
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    Where to find 1980 Century trim piece?

    The blower/vent grill on the back of my 1980 Century 190 is old, brittle & breaking apart. It just got kicked over the weekend & has another big hole in it. Anyone know where I could find a replacement for this: (Click to view more pics)
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    Delaware River Cruises

    Poking around on a lazy weekend for waterfront entertainment options for a family on the Delaware river & got wondering about cruise opportunities. My wife & I have been on the Spirit of Philadelphia about 8 yrs ago & enjoyed it, but found the scenery to be very industrial. The two...
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