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    what boat would be perfect?

    Re: what boat would be perfect? I think a deep V(or semiV) 15ft-17ft ALUMINUM boat is your ticket. a. no rot--no rotten transom or stringers b. light weight--50hp can push it on plane, easy tow, c. last forever--just basic carpentry skills & tools to rebuild seats.ect d. can find old used one...
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    Anyone store their boat in/under a car/boat/RV port such as this (see thread)

    Re: Anyone store their boat in/under a car/boat/RV port such as this (see thread) I have had this one for years and on my 2nd cover. 12 x 24 Paid $189 . new cover is $130 and last 2-3 years. it held 12" of snow. Need to anchor well so high winds don't blow it away. I have often thought about...
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    Pontoon rebuild / redesign

    Re: Pontoon rebuild / redesign I love the interior layout of this ChrisCraft 25 launch.
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    Beaching?

    Re: Beaching? Is your boat Aluminum or FiberGlass? My old Aluminum LoneStar had a high bow but a OB on a factory Transom brackett that was 20" & easy to step into. The boat was very light . If It were me I would drop a anchor with a good 7 to 1 scope off the bow and push/pull/paddle the rear...
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    Who was given a new boat by their lady friend ?

    Re: Who was given a new boat by their lady friend ? although not for Christmas the wife paid for this one a few years ago.
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    Saltwater Fishing with Freshwater Boat?

    Re: Saltwater Fishing with Freshwater Boat? Welcome to iboats! Destin has a protected bay side that has small boats running everywhere in flat water-and some is very shallow. The Gulf side can turn nasty quick- the last time I was 20miles of the coast there was 5 & 6ft choppy waves--a small...
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    Noisy river tonight...

    Re: Noisy river tonight... We took a Kenai Fjords Glacier trip in Seward ,AK and saw and heard the ice cracking-like rifle shots.
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    What is the best Christmas Gift you ever received?

    Re: What is the best Christmas Gift you ever received? Christmas 2007. a brand new 2008 Silverado LTZ with a 6.0 Aluminum Block motor--I have 170,000 miles on it and still enjoy driving it.
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    Fountain sportfish 52' I'll take one!

    Re: Fountain sportfish 52' I'll take one! I think I could adjust..lol--I could not afford the fuel for that one. For work I "had to" take customers fishing on the 68ft Necssity out of Orange Beach .AL It did not suck!
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    It's a wonderful time of beer

    Re: It's a wonderful time of beer My fav is from Hood River Oregon -"Full Sail IPA" hand crafted by a massive brew force of 47 people I travel all over and always try the local brews- I prefeer IPAs- Amber Ales- Word has it the on the MayFlower they hit the East coast looking for...
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    Post pictures of the fish you catch!!

    Re: Post pictures of the fish you catch!! my Walleye (Guide is holding) Cooler of Mahi 55lbs Cobia 77lb Halibut- Anchor Point AK 8ft long 450lbs Arctic Sleeper Shark
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    New to forum, buying my first boat this week, have a few basic questions.

    Re: New toforum, buying my first boat this week, have a few basic questions. Re: New toforum, buying my first boat this week, have a few basic questions. Sweet Looking Rig--so long as the hull is sound. Sounds like you can handle any motor issues-The interior seems nice in photos-need to...
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    Common problems with trailers???

    Re: Common problems with trailers??? 1. 3 times aweek during boating season-- April to Nov here. 2. very easy for me. 3. easier than loading. The only difficult part is climbing in & out if launching solo. 4. No- the trailer weight compared to the boat's weight is very little. (1/3rd to 1/4...
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    What boat was that? Friends With Benefits movie.

    Re: What boat was that? Friends With Benefits movie. I think I'd have more fum on this one at my local sandbar...
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    81 Glastron SX-190 Transom and Engine- PICS Galore Update 11-8

    Re: 81 Glastron SX-190 Transom and Engine- PICS Galore Update 11-8 :cool: click on photos to see larger--boat has been AWSOME!! it runs outstanding. I am proud to own it!
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    I Got An I/O to OB Conversion Warning Today

    Re: I Gon An I/O to OB Conversion Warning Today Re: I Gon An I/O to OB Conversion Warning Today Back about 10 years ago I had long hair down almost to my butt---full beard- 6'2" 300+. People would not get on the elevator if I was on it- People would step back if we came face to face- yet I'm...
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    Trailer Bunk Cover Alternatives???

    Re: Trailer Bunk Cover Alternatives??? I carry a can of silicon lube spray -after I launch and when I get ready to load I spray the carpeted bunks and they are "slicker than snot"--easy to push on & off in low water.I don't like getting my pick up's brakes of rear diff,. wet. Joe
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    Show Yer Boat II

    Re: Show Yer Boat II my current boat
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    What do you pull your boat with?

    Re: What do you pull your boat with? it just needs a new spark plug wire!
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    My CV18ss is with me - finally!

    Re: My CV18ss is with me - finally! harry1- please post more photos of the jet drive. I love the old Glastrons myself. Be sure to post your story and photos on the Classic glastron owners website. here are a couple photos of mine .
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