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  1. tpenfield

    How far can a boat fly ???

    I frequent the Formula forum on OSO and came across this post of air borne boats. this boat looks like it has been in the air for about 100 feet or so. :eek: It is a 27 foot with twin 454's, . . . just short of a rocket ship. I hope the stringers are in good shape . . .
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    House Paint Cost . . .

    I haven't bought interior house paint in a while, but we decided to re-paint the dining room. So, the Admiral stops by the paint store to get the paint . . . 3 gallons of Ben Moore . . . 2 flat for the walls and one semi-gloss for the trim . . . $152.00 :eek: :eek: :eek:. . . that's like...
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    Just Downloaded the Sea Tow iPhone App . . .

    I got an email from Sea Tow yesterday that had some info about their iPhone 'App'. So, I downloaded it . . . looks OK. It has tides with graphs, weather, and contacting Sea Tow for assistance. Not too bad. :cool: Anyone else have it/used it?
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    Retail Stores . . .

    I have been going to Home Depot recently to get assorted 'stuff' for the house and even the boat . . . Today I went to both Home Depot and West Marine. With both stores I noticed a dramatic increase in the number of sales staff that come up to you and ask if you need any help, etc. As soon as...
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    Re-finished the Outdrive . . .

    I took a break from my boat repair project to finish another small project that I had started a few weeks ago . . . re-finishing the outdrive. I re-finished the outdrive when I first got the boat, so it has been about 7 years and there was a fair amount of anti-fouling paint build up, etc. So...
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    Fuel Tank Removal Question

    I am going to remove the tank from my boat (see signature for boat details). It is 94 gallons capacity, now empty. I have read through the various posts here regarding fuel tank removal and the related procedures. I have read in a couple of posts about "filling the tank with water" ???? Of...
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    Those Lucky Rhode Island People . . .

    Near record Powerball winner, a couple weeks ago from Rhode Island, just came forward to claim $336,000,000 . . . . . . . . and then last night another person from Rhode Island hits it again for $60,000,000. I think I gotta move there. . . .
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    Vinyl Ester Resin vs. Polyester Resin

    Since I am going to be buying some fiberglass and resin materials for my bulkhead and Stringer replacement project, http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=534913 I am wondering if there will be an advantage to use vinyl ester resin to adhere to the hull and existing fiberglass surfaces. I...
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    1991 Formula 242 Stringer & Bulkhead Repairs w/ Many Pics

    OK, boat restoration fans, here we go . . . I started pulling things apart today to take a look at the extent of the rotted bulkhead and stringers in my boat. Just to re-cap, I had the engine out over the winter and discovered the structural issues as a result. So, it looks like I should fix...
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    Bravo 1 Transom Assembly Removal & Re-Installation

    Hi Folks: Major boat maintenance underway . . . I removed the engine from My Formula 242 last Fall to do some re-build work. While the engine was out, I discovered bulkhead and stringer rot . . . so here we go . . . :rolleyes: I figured that while I got the engine out and I am dealing with...
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    Any Creative Ways to Check for Dry Rot in Stringers & Bulkheads ???

    Hi Folks: I am in the process of checking the structure of my boat for dry rot (or wet rot) as I have an opportunity to fix things before the boating season arrives in the northeast. Long story made short . . . (1) Last year I was doing some R&R on the engine mounts and as I tightened the...
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    Anti-fouling paints for hull and outdrive - Sea Hawk, ePaint, Pettit Vivid, others ?

    It is getting to be that time of year when us "salt water guys" start thinking about anti-fouling paint as part of our prep work for the boating season. I have 2 issues . . . #1: I have been using ePaint EP-2000 for about 5 years on the hull with good results. The paint comes in white, which...
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    Who Turned Out the Lights???

    on the forum, that is. It was mighty surprising to the the ship wreck photo today, but being an I.T. person myself, I know what that is like. It is good to have it back, and thanks to all who brought it back from the grasp of the bit bucket.
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    2 boats better than 1 ???

    I have been considering selling my current boat (Formula 242 SS) and getting a bigger boat with twin outboards - maybe something around 28 feet or so ( like a Pursuit, Grady-White or Wellcraft Coastal ) I figure that I could still do some water sports with it and would have more space for...
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    Florida "Toll-By-Plate" system ???

    I'm wondering if any Florida residents can comment on the Florida toll road system . . . It seems that they have some sort of high-tech system for collecting tolls and catching offenders. I became aware of this a week or two ago when I received in the mail an "invoice" from Florida...
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    So where does one actually find/buy a Bravo 1 outdrive ???

    Occasionally, I do a little searching for replacement outdrives for my Bravo 1 . . . just in case I decide to replace it, I'll have an idea of where and how much $$$$. It seems that many web site (iboats included) show pictures of the Bravo 1, but when it comes to showing available products...
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    Mercruiser Bravo Outdrive Refurb/Re-paint

    It has been about 7 years since I did any major work on the outdrive. So, today, I figured what the heck, and ground the paint and primer off down to the metal. My plan is to do a a anti-corrosive primer and re-paint. Before I do that I want to take care of some pitted areas from some...
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    Heading out on a Cruise - Royal Caribbean "Liberty of the Seas" . . .

    This morning my family and I are heading out on a western Caribbean cruise - 5 days. It should be fun. :cool: I think this is the biggest ship that we have been on . . . it should be interesting. I'll be out of contact much of the time, but I will 'check in' as I am able. TTFN.
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    SAE J1171 Tags on Aftermarket parts . . .

    I have a nagging question regarding some of the components on my Mercruiser 7.4L (1991 vintage). (Boat = Formula 242SS) Here is a little background . . . The Previous Owner had the boat professionally maintained at a reputable marina. 13 years of ownership I have owned the boat for 7 years...
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    Happy New Year!!!

    Sending out my wishes for a Happy New Year to all. I've been participating in this forum for only about 4-5 months now, but it has been quite interesting and enjoyable. I hope that I have been able to share my knowledge with others, and I have certainly learned some things as well. Also, just...
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