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  1. roscoe

    Need a cover that FITS - '76 16' SS

    I have a 16' SS, 1976 vintage. Need a trailerable cover that actually fits, windshield-bow-transom. Don't want one with elastic sewn into the hem, as they are too hard to put on by myself. I would like to know what any of you are using, that actually fits. How does it hold up, particularly...
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    Local Forecast

    Has been raining since 7am. Started snowing around 10am. Currently 36. Forecast for tonight: Becoming all snow overnight. Winds N at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of precip 80%. 3 to 5 inches of snow expected. FINALLY our weather is back to NORMAL.
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    Anyone know Manorville NY on Long Island ?

    Hi guys, was wondering if anyone knows the Manorville NY area, between 495 and 27? Whats the area like? How upscale is it? Any info? More info to follow.
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    Why can't I find a motor?

    Been looking 7 months for a nice late eighties or nineties Johnson or Evinrude 70hp 2 stroke for my latest project boat. Can't find any for sale within 200 miles, and only a couple within 400 miles, all in bad shape. Why can't I find one? Where should I be looking? Can find v4's, but don't want...
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    help with motor id

    Found this motor on ebay, was wondering if it could really be a 1989 as listed. I have a 1985 Johnson 15 hp that has thru hub exhaust. This 28 hp has the old solid prop with the cone on the end. Seller has not yet returned my email requesting the model number...
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    Need to tilt/recline boat seat.

    Looking for a way to put a little tilt into our boat seats. The seats just are not comfortable, in that you feel like you are being pushed forward when you sit in them. I have Swivl-eze 238 seat bases, pedestals, and locking swivels. And Tempress Navistyle low back seats. I was thinking of...
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    One of those Recalled Runaway Toyotas, caught on video!!

    Wow, someone got lucky when they caught this on video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6B2e6D484v8
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    Ban Alcohol sales during a snowstorm?

    Is this common? http://www.wxii12.com/news/22487153/detail.html Apparently they banned sales of alcohol, and the transport - sale - or possession of firearms during the weekends snow storm. Why would they do this? What do you use for anti-freeze if you can't get alcohol? And how do you get...
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    This might make your kids think twice...

    Hang a copy of this article on the fridge. Saudi girl, 13, sentenced to 90 lashes after she took a mobile phone to school By MIKE THEODOULOU Last updated at 1:25 PM on 20th January 2010 Comments (23) Add to My Stories A 13-year-old girl has been sentenced to 90 lashes and two months' prison in...
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    Another--- "want to sell the boat" ad

    Selling it for what the seats are worth. :D :D :D http://eauclaire.craigslist.org/boa/1546502999.html
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    Nascar Nationwide at Road America !!

    Ok, so the Nationwide and Truck races won't be at the Milwaukee Mile. But, the Nationwide series will hold a race at Road America in Elkhart Lake WI. Been going to this 4 mile road course for 30 years. Can't believe it is happening. Now, where to sit? south hillside between turns 5 and 6...
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    I've been sold ........ again

    We found out the other day, that the company I work for is being sold. Kraft Foods, is selling Kraft Pizza Co (Tombstone, DiGiorno, Jacks, California Pizza Kitchen, and Delissio brands), to Nestle Corp. It seems Kraft is in need of cash to further its hostile takeover attempt of Cadbury. So...
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    Love your outboard???

    just too much time on his hands. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZ4eiEdeJLs&NR=1
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    Any comments: Sony c905 8 mp Camera Phone??

    The wife wants one. Personally, I want her to get a cheap phone, and a real camera. Any experience with them, or opinions?
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    Picked up another project boat.

    So in my unintentional quest to have every type of boat, I have picked up another. Its only a 16' Starcraft/smokercraft/sylvan walk-thru. Hull, consoles, windshield, and transom are in great shape. The floor and seats need replacing. Price, $400. Plan on creating storage for cooler...
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    Lcd tv "dead" pixels line :(

    Ok, so my 23 month old Sony Bravia lcd tv, has developed a dead row of pixels. Can anything be done with this? What is the likely cause? Cost of repairs? Only had a one year warranty. Bought a $579 26" set back in 1988 that is still working fine. !
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    Got a great deal on a new trailer.

    Ran across some real deals on new Karavan boat trailers. They are near Gurney Illinois. I got me one and thought I would pass the info on to fellow boaters. Karavan 2000# galvanized bunk - $695 !! I bought one of these for my parents 2 years ago, paid $1299. Karavan 3100# with brakes...
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    s10 blazer - changing starter ?

    What's involved in changing the starter on a 1996 S10 Blazer, 4x4 ? I've been told its more than simple. Want to know what I'm getting into before I start. Thanks.
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    Help locating boat trailer / atv hauler

    Need some help locating a trailer that can haul a 15 - 17' aluminum boat, and 1 or preferably 2 atv's. I have seen some on the interstate in the last couple of years, but can't seem to locate any retailers/manufacturers. Last week, I saw a flatbed trailer with a new small pop-up camper mounted...
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    Cabelas, Sears, Kmart .......

    Has anyone else noticed that their web sites have been down? I think it has been 10+ days for Sears and Kmart. Very odd.
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