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Is this a trick question? I would like very much to hook up with something that “should” have been fought on heavier tackle. The Penn 30 wides have been more than up to the task unfortunately. Winching in little mushmouths might be even more depressing if it were an 80 or 130. http://scsloan.com...

I think the board is confused by the ' in the url. Try copying "http://www.jimsmithboats.net/Marlena95'.htm" without the quotes into a browser...

Gentlemen- From the blessings of father's day and a little self indulgence I am in possession of a Garmin 441s GPS/Sounder. I have an Airmar B66VL installed in the boat with the older 8 pin style Furuno plug on it. I believe the B66VL is the direct predecessor of the current B744VL. If I examine the...

The AIS stuff is still something I have to look forward to but I can get a poor man's version on my laptop or iPhone. http://my.pinkfroot.com/ offers apps for mobile phones as well as http://shipfinder.co/ for a laptop-computer. Coverage can be spotty as their contributing sites do go down from time...

Got the attached letters and fishing log from NOAA. I have been chosen to report the fishing activities of Axe for the period 5/31 to 6/13. For this time of year and water temps I don’t see much sense in burning $5/gal gas to chase “Large Pelagics”. Might have some Striped Bass and Bluefish to...

Ain't just Marvin Gaye on the "Nightshift"....
...launches today and we transition to "Let's Get it On"...

Gentlemen- My port Crusader 454 engine has 2 leads from the alternator + (Prestolite 12v 51a) an orange wire (#10?) leads through the engine harness to the + side of the starter and a red wire (#10-#12?) leads about 8 feet away to the alt on the isolator and a #6 wire leads from the isolator to the ...

I look at the pictures of Bob H's boat and my imagination gets more expensive...

Well considering how confused I was in high school with 1 shaft and two nuts that were maintenance free I guess no big surprise I have been cautious here… I will not epoxy my nuts. http://www.msgdeals.com/images/itchspray.jpg But I might sneak a little red Loctite under the second nut. And finish ...

Bruce- The MarineTex bit surprised me too but from Tomy Athens' article: ...Now comes my solution to prop nuts staying put, I clean the threads with spray brake-cleaner or whatever I have handy, smear a nice heavy dab of MarineTex or other common epoxy on the threads of the shaft (second nut only), ...

Gentlemen- I’ve exploited the “search” feature of the board to the best of my ability and have come up with the following schedule for reinstalling my props, please let me know if this is the preferred method. 1. Check prop shaft and keyway for cracks 2. Check keyway on shaft and prop for burs...

Gentlemen- Shake-A-Leg (can't be accused of not having a sense of humor...) was the original name for "Sail to Prevail" http://www.sailtoprevail.org/ an international group of disabled sailors. They run sailing programs for the handicapped including one at SailNewport in RI open to disabled veterans...

OK. This is a remarkable example and I’m glad no one was hurt. To add insult to this injury, I’m sure there was 2x, 3x, more? times the value of my boat in systems on that $1m sportfish that could have been used to prevent the outcome. And I agree completely that the captain is where the buck st...

As always gentlemen, thank you. The Never-Seez and grease are out and Tef-Gel is in. I'm not really waiting to replace the rudder tables I'd just prefer the tiller on top configuration and given the tables are plywood they're on the list of things to replace... like the strut backing pads... Sooo ra...

Gentlemen- Time to reinstall the rudders. They’re the tiny B28 type with the tiller land below the table just to add to the fun. I’m telling myself that I will upgrade to Capt Pat’s rudders when I replace the rudder table and convert to the tiller above the rudder table.. yeah, yeah, that’s ...

Hey Pete-
Father's Day is not that far away how about Nigel Calder's book... it's available in Capt. Pat's bookstore...
Keeping a good thought for you for this weekend.
Best,
Stephan

That rocks! I want to listen to those pictures!
Well Done.
Best,
Stephan

Thanks guys.
I have a little parts washer that pumps Simple Green so that washed things out and then blew it all dry with some compressed air.
Next........

My 454 Crusader's flame arrestors are gunked. Looks like general oiliness with some belt dust and deteriorated engine box insulation. I've been told more ways to clean them then I can count, they include: *Dump 'em in a bucket with -Diesel -or -Mineral Spirits -or -Simple Green -or -Gumount -or -WD4...

Pine Tar instead?

If the teak is in good shape then a little Cascade dishwasher detergent (just enough to help break the surface tension without sudzing and washes cleanly away, no threat to polished metal or paint) and a white 3M scrubber across the grain (scrubbing with the grain is more likely to raise the grain o...

I am not positive but I think the Verizon extender is set up to ignore other cell carrier's scan for signal so that would only be an option for Verizon Wireless customers.

OK. Big guns for big game... use the orange stuff first. Doug, Is this the stuff you recommend?

Gentlemen- This weekend’s jobs include cleaning the Crusader 454s in Axe. http://www.msgdeals.com/images/Port%20Engine2.png They’re 1992 vintage carbureted engines that are extremely photogenic- in fact they are covered in grime. The insulation on the engine boxes had disintegrated and now cling...

I've an iron constitution and fear water'd rust it...
CX?

Bob H. Wow! Thanks for the postcard from qualityville. Just curious, on another project I had gone to Jamestown Distributors for G10. I didn’t know of anywhere else to get it and I learned how precious it is. I hope this isn’t like asking for a private Tautog hole but are there other local or in...

Thanks again gents for the warm welcome. Dug- your invitation is kind, perhaps Pt. Judith or Block Island for a visit when the water warms up? Bob H.- I dwell on the pictures of your boat. The clarity, commitment and consistency you’ve demonstrated in that project is inspiring and a welcome oasis ...

Thanks guys for the guidance. The panel is all 12v. There is a 110 side but I don’t use it and plan on pulling the old shore power plugs and wiring. Here’s the plan: 1- Pull panel and make sure it’s not corroded on the back side per Ed/Charlie’s comments and check for discoloration or signs ...

http://images.icanhascheezburger.com/completestore/2009/2/3/128781836776499269.jpg I figure it’s just a matter of time until one or both of my boys (or someone bigger) ignore my, “whatsamatterwiththebay?” and head in to the head. Normally not a problem, but as Carl noticed from my intro, the ...

Yeah, Yeah the alchemy of turning a Dusky center console into a FBC… Well it went like this: Spent two years scouring the web sites, local yards and the odd back yard. Found the Dusky in November of 2009. Owner was a contractor and all of the toys were up for sale. Nice boat, had what I was lookin...

Thanks for all the warm welcomes, glad you liked it.. Mikey -Not in the biz just occasionally get over focused... Carl - Yes! the ac/dc panel is in the head directly behind the throne. Ain't that somethin'? Engines are unquenchable Crusader 454s, but lordy the joy in leaning the loud sticks far, far...

https://findadeath.com/wp-content/uploads/directory/c/Cleavon_Little/littleportrait.jpg Ahem... Thought I'd introduce myself. I thought I should prove myself not a spammer... http://www.scsloan.com/images/bertram31_0002.wmv (Careful it's big) In all sincerity, I've been lurking here for months and ...