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  1. oceansbreeze

    Oops, he forgot boat in lake during winter! *Photos*

    I had to share this gem... My buddy took these photos when he was working in Temagami, Ontario on April 17, 2009. No further details about how/why/who but these photos speak for themself. I can only imagine the damage, and the motor I'm sure is shot come the thaw.... Did ya notice...
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    Always loads port of centre on bunk

    I've had the pleasure of retrieving my boat about 9 times so far since I purchased it... I've used it at 4 different launches so far... each time it does this, and also, when it was sitting at the dealer, I pointed out to the guy that it was sitting "very snug to the wind board" After our test...
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    Floor Access Panels... for me, or dealer?

    My floor has 3 black round "access panels" the dealer told me they are for servicing, and didn't elaborate - you can see 2 of them here... Is this something I can open myself? I want to see whats underneath, or if there is waterlogged foam, and to check condition of the wood floor (it...
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    1998 Evinrude 70hp @ WOT

    On my 1999 Princecraft, this 1998 70hp Evinrude at WOT was getting about 5400 rpm and top speed of about 32mph - with full tank, and only me in boat. I'm still reading and trying to understand how pitches work, in all my years of boating, I have never had to change a prop. (I am still...
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    Dinged my prop question

    Yeah, this almost belongs in stupid human tricks... I was exploring a new to me lake.. I saw a blue floater, and slowed down, was about 20 yards from the marker still, cruising literally almost at idle (no wake, just putting along) then BEEP the depth finder goes..... crunch crunch I hear...
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    2 questions: Turn-tite Boat plugs and fire extinguishers

    I searched the forums for more info on these plugs, but no real success... I'm used to those plugs when you push the little lever down, and it plugs the boat.... My Princecraft has one that looks like it has a little brass T sticking out of it, on the exterior of the transom.... If this is in...
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    Bringing back that ol' Shine

    Hey fellow boaters.. I've been away from the iboats forums now for about 3 years, did the divorce thing, and now getting life back on track.... last time I was here I was posting and researching new boats. thankfully I never did buy one, I would have lost it in the divorce!! :) Anyway, I...
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    Mini Vans as a Tow vehicle

    Well, I'm sorta stumped. I'm about to order a new 2006 Four Winns 180 Horizon from my local dealer after a lot of comparison shopping, andI 'm satisfied (finally) with my choice..<br /><br />I need a good tow vehicle, I had decided on either a) Dodge Caravan b) Pontiac Montana or c) Chevy...
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    1991 Sea Pro Centra 2100CC Questions?

    Anybody heard of this model? Apparently Sea Pro stopped making the cuddy models in 95, and boat is not on NADA either...<br /><br />It's seemingly in great shape from what I can see, on a brand new custom made trailer..... new floorign 3 years ago, new stringers and beams as well, new carpet...
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    1992 four winns 195 Sundowner

    I found this beautiful 1992 FW 195 sundowner at a dealer today - been in storage about 7 years, and almost looks like new - dealer took on trade for a motorcycle, since the guy just hadn't used the boat...<br /><br />Asking price $15,000 obo - estimated hours by dealer about 80 - if even. I had...
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    Another boating tragedy, early in the year...

    http://cnews.canoe.ca/CNEWS/Canada/2005/06/09/1079004-cp.html
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    Ryan's Steakhouse - A Hilarious Read

    Mods: this is rather graphic, but we're adults, and it's funny as hell.... :) Delete it if you wish. <br /><br />Folks, this story may be long, but it's a good read, and all of us guys can relate to it.<br /><br />Now, I am aware that a small number of things are perhaps sheer fabrication,<br...
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    OMC vs Mercruiser - 1995 Four Winns 170

    Ok, ok, I've asked a bunch of questions lately, was pretty set on what I wanted (outboard) and went to see a few dealers today with my fingers crossed....<br /><br />Well, the one place had a fresh trade in. A 1995 Four Winns 170 - the boat is in excellent to mint condition, with the bimini and...
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    Two Stroke vs Four Stroke?

    Howdy again!<br /><br />I have a question regarding 2 strokes vs 4 strokes. While I know the 2 strokes require oil injection, or oil mixed, and 4 strokes run on straight gas, how does this translate to making a new engine purchase decision?<br /><br />Looking at several boats, (still haven't...
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    a 200LB Lake Sturgeon!

    Geez, check out this story and photo in my local paper .... was caught Friday by MNR, tagged and released..... over 2 metres long, and over 100 years old...<br /><br />Makes you think about what else is REALLY in our local lakes (or oceans) if you go deep enough...<br /><br />...
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    More boat buying tips / advice needed..

    After tons of more reading, soul seaching, etc... I thought I was pretty sure what I wanted to buy... Looking to spend no more than $20k on new boat.... my options are <br /><br />Four winns 170 Horizon LE 3L Mercruiser<br />Grew 174 with 90hp Yamaha o/b<br />Nordic (Canadian made) Blazer 1710...
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