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Back to this since I recently had to have my starboard prop replaced (slung a blade) this is with 21 x 23 3 blade props. Had the port prop tuned. Prop guy said there is a little cup in them also. (Big Rock Propellers in Morehead). That was running down the bay at slack tide...just over 2300 rpms. 2...

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Joseph Fikentscher wrote:Hey Cam, looks like we will be settling in Southport. Will be looking for a marina for the boat.

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Good luck and make sure you document all the ins and outs of getting out of NJ and into NC. LOL. Southport looks like a beautiful historic area.
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Vince,

Congrats on the sale! Glad you were able to find a home for her. Hope you and wife are doing well1

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Tony, A friend of mine is getting his fuel delivered and he has put 150 hrs on the motors so far this year. He just drained a sampling and changed his Racor filters. There was some water (not much) and the filters were dark. He is using Biobor before every fuel up. Problem with water is that you wil...

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Amberjack has a Rule 1500 with automatic float switch mid-ships wired direct to the batteries and a second Rule 1500 with auto float in the stern wired to the panel. I added an audible alarm on the bridge wired in parallel for the stern bilge pump because like everyone else I kept worrying whether ...

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The 1999 6BTA in Old School was built to run diesel fuel that is much different than today, no? I thought I read where Cummins doesn’t recommend any additive. In the practical world does that make sense? I run a 50/50 blend of FPPF Total Power and 8+ Cetane in my 2005 GMC. 2 oz per 10 gallons. I hav...

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... Maybe another day. Would love to see what you picked up. No problem Tony. Plans were changed for me too on my side so probably not heading down that way this weekend. i'll be down at tices sunday if you want to raft up. i'm only going to hang out for the afternoon Oldest has some school friends...

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...and the bosses verdict is in. She likes it!... Cranked them up...she nodded. I expected them to be louder. Untied and put into gear...wow, boat really moves when you put in gear. On the way out at idle she said it's really smooth...and quieter then the other motors. ...I got its so smooth and mo...

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Stephan, Thanks. The Seaflo 3700 pump I was looking at draws max 13.5a and the jr is rated to 15a. Should be ok. No decision is do I want to use alarm. Currently no high water alarm in boat that I can tell. Switches to pumps are in cabin on electrical panel. Would really like to have something on th...

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I don't have any Jet Ski stories.... We knew you would have a story. LOL .... 6 jet skis crossing the channel, at current speeds I’m going to crush them like bowling pins. Lay on the horn until they realize they can either stop or die. I also do the right thing and come off plane as I pass a sailbo...

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I thought my outriggers were long...you got me beat. Everyone should have furry engine covers. Yeah...they are long. 32 ft. Trying to figure out how to rig them as the rigging is shot. Looks like he had a double line with a swivel below the clip on each line. The black anodizing is faded. Putting C...

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Tom,

Went out with a guy to the Hudson who has the 370s but they were in a 34 Pursuit. Bigger boat so probably not a good comparison. Ran about 80 out running 20-22 knots, trolled about 60 miles, then ran about 75 back at 22-23. Burned about 250.

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Guys, I seem to remember a post on float switches and that Ultimate Safety Systems Float Switch was the recommended switch but they have several models. Which are you guys using? The only difference I can see is the amount of rise before the switch turns on and off. I have a partially broken Rule on...

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Sorry for the delay all. Ran out of photo solution and my dark room bulb burnt out. LOL. Some may be out of order and I'm not a historian so forgive missed pics, descriptions, etc. I know I missed the Hells Gate and RFK bridges. At the Marina - I'm the guy with the funny face pointing http://i.imgur...

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Well, it is official and my family are now proud owners of a 31 FBC. I apologize for not posting sooner but the wife wants me to take her fishing so gotta comply even though she needs some TLC. The boat that is. The trip from northern Connecticut was both eventful and uneventful. We headed up Saturd...

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Carl, Congrats on getting your feet wet again. I’m sure it feels good to have your toes soggy. Now you get to use a little and tweak. I’m doing the same although mine is a little more like fix and use. The boat had Rotella T-4 and that is a little easier for me to get down here. No need to use synth...

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Also, anyone know of potential marinas along the route in case of needed service or harbor that are reputable?

Thank you.
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On my way to CT. Hope to be driving home Sunday with a new to us 31 weather permitting. Things took longer to get completed but being long distance and COVID-19 everything just takes longer. Have a few things to take care of today. Most of the major work done by yard. Would preferred to do it myself...

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John,

That’s a great picture. The calmness, the lighting, background and of course, a beautiful 31.

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Have a question on a key component that often gets overlooked. Which VHF antennas? Your radio will only be as good as you antenna set up. I also have read that 1 antenna is better than 2 if you can not keep the at least 6 feet apart and/or different heights so they do not interfere with each other. ...

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So I guess I should know this but I will the Cold Galvanize be better on the bronze struts and rudders or just the stainless. I'm along way from boat right now and yard uses Micron extra on all. I think they do the prop speed too but I'm reluctant to have them do that.

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Just spoke to ZF dealer and they had similar response. They said as long as all other minerals were in line, just need to change oil. He said they will show high copper contents during extended intervals. If iron was high or lead or salt, Then a problem. Or you buy bankrolling a rebuild in the futur...

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Just got results back on engine oil and gear oil analysis as part of survey. Engine oil was ok but only a few hours on oil Even though in motors for some time. Both gears, ZF220, show a vey high copper content and it looks like the oil hasn’t been changed in some time. Rest of minerals are all withi...

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Carl wrote: Easier to ask the kids to get ya a cold one.

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I think read somewhere that was supposed to be a no no as a parent. And unlucky for me, both kids are taller and bigger for so I guess I'll be the one fetching.

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I agree with Cam! Crafty. Almost everyday you can learn something from this site. Are you going to add wings to the access area so it goes across the entire stern or just fit this piece to the star and then fair and paint the stern wall after putting the cleat pads in?

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Tom,

Looks Great! The boat I'm looking at has a bench seat to port and the counter redone to stbd. Opening up the choke point will make passage a bit easier for sure.

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Yannis,

Wait! Did I not see the button for a pop up bar with shaken not stirred martini. Or better yet, the button that makes Ursula Andress appear (as she was in 1962 even though I wasn't born yet). LOL

Glad you got it finished and even better that it does as much or more than expected.

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Dug,

Sent you email.

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Peter,
Great News!! All things considered..haven't missed too much. Put everything through its paces to make sure all is functioning as prior and then enjoy!
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EarleyBird,

If my purchase goes through...may take you up on your offer. Will see what else needs to be done from a safety perspective.

Nice bluefin!! Those early season racers are fun.

Thank you for your service snd thank you for the future help I'm hope to be asking.

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That does look like a nice trip. Looks involved too. Glad you made it safely.

When I think of fresh water boats, think of bass boats, aluminum runabouts, etc. Look at those ships. Great Lakes would have them too but just never been exposed to fresh water that way.

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...as to the Officially Joining part, if your here participating, like and honor the ride and fellow members, you've Officially joined in my humble opinion.... Carl Carl-Thanks...I hope the survey and all go well. You and all here have made me feel like part of the group over past couple of years.....

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Five years ago I left Long Island for Stuart, Florida.... I've never lived in the Northeast but have spent years in several areas of the country; southwest, central, gulf and southeast. That's why before I retired I moved to Melbourne, FL,... If Y’all came to visit the FL Panhandle, Destin, or the ...

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Thanks Tony. Prepare for many phone calls. LOL Great news Mark!! Good luck. We'll see. Maybe I have just had too much time on my hands and drinking too much alcohol. LOL I've used both of these guys in the past - both top notch, and while a few hours away will come to Connecticut. http://www.mcdonou...

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Guys, Hoping to officially join the group, finally. Have an accepted offer on a 31 FBC with 270 hp Cummins and now need a surveyor in Connecticut. Names of surveyors thrown at me so far are Chris Nebel and Andrew Dwyer. Would love a certified thermal imaging guy but as long as the person is a good s...

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All that work finally seems worth it! Enjoy her!

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Was thinking about NC too or possibly. But where! Still need to work and not a tradesman where I can just start my own thing. Need to be close to the water but also close to the woods. Have to make sure not near any pig farm runoff. Got to worry about Hurricane alley. South Carolina an option too. B...

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Carl,

Sounds like a perfectly tuned orchestra. Looks nice too. Can't wait for the duet! Amazing that it fired up that quickly.

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Joseph Fikentscher wrote:My engine box is in the middle. Used it to put in a seat back/rocket launcher. The wife has a seat and I can fish 4 more lines....

Joe - Very Nice. In the water and cruising the river. Hard to tell from the pic but are you at Manasquan River Club or Lightning Jacks?

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let me see if I can help... Insurance companies may use different terms so: Guaranteed Value = Agreed Value USUALLY MUST BE REQUESTED at time of initial policy or subsequent endorsement. Stated goes with actual cash value Replacement Cost = used for both specific items or total loss but USUALLY MUST...

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Certainly is a sweet looking 25 with more room than I would have though possible (without using outboards of course). From a fishing perspective, maybe move the engine a couple of feet forward and run a jack shaft to the out drive. Don't think this was set up with fishing primary. Would lose storage...

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Chuckak wrote:.... once I get the boat shipped home.

Make sure land hauling is covered is covered either by the hauler or your insurance.

Also forgot to mention Agreed Hull value vs Actual Cash Value. Assuming you are looking at Agreed Hull value but you have to ask for it. Otherwise it is ACV.

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Charlie, Make sure you get the coverages you are looking for as most agents/companies do not volunteer their exclusions. For example, some of the Fla guys may want to venture over to the Bahamas. Well most policies do not cover the Bahamas unless you get a special endorsement or a different policy. ...

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Carl, I was surprised to see that you didn't go down the outside. But then again, I'm sure you would like to use the boat instead of just working on it. Maybe next winter. Would require you to go over the top to get the full shaft alley on the port, right? Which would mean new elbows and pipe, insul...

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EarleyBird,

Went to see if you were down at Robinson's yesterday. Didn't realize you took her home first. Looking good!!

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Carl, You will not be able to feed enough water to the water pump to keep it from starving itself out of the water at anything above idle. A garden hose won't do it, it will suck a 5 gallon bucket dry before you look at the gauge. Bruce, Would a large recirculator work? Something like a 20 gallon p...

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Peter, Agree with Tony on the check...especially if there is any verbiage anywhere that indicates "final". Did you receive a Proof of Loss statement with the check? If not and the check or another attached document doesn't indicate that the settlement is final, the insurance company probably sent ou...

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Tony, Benefect is also hospital grade. I originally saw it being used at HSS in NY several years ago. I know insurance professionals use it for clean up including drug and blood related cleanups. And it is all plant based. You can spray the disinfectant on your counters and let it dry. No need to wi...

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You could also try Hydrogen Peroxide or Benefect Decon 30. Bleach could make the wiring brittle depending on the age of the wiring. Peroxide will take a little work meaning brush it on and keep applying until it stops bubbling and the brush/wipe off. The Benefect Decon 30 you just spray on. You can ...

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Not just new countertop... is that induction cooktop? New faucets, sink and microwave/convection. Sweet!! Maybe the next step is to get Gordon Ramsay on the boat and film and "Uncharted" episode.

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