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  1. roscoe

    Time to Pull out of the Persian Gulf

    Is it time to pull out of the Persian Gulf? Just start backing the troops out and say good-bye. Pull them out of Saudi Arabia, Germany, Newfoundland Canada, Bosnia, Belgium, Afghanistan, Denmark, France, Greece, Italy, Macedonia, Hungary, and so on. We have dozens and dozens of bases on foreign...
  2. roscoe

    Disappearing replies--why?

    Have others noticed that some posts and relpies have been disappearing lately? I'm not talking about any "debates" or non iboats recommendations. <br /><br />Example 1; I posted a warm "thoughts are with you" comment to JB's recent difficulty, I read it a while later, now it is gone.<br /><br...
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    Need bad prop for 97 Mariner 25hp

    I'm looking for a totally destroyed, broken, spun, beaten, and bent prop. Needs to fit on shaft of a 25 hp Mariner, '96 or'97. It will only be used for a practical joke, so I don't want a new or servicable prop. I hope dad's heart can take it when he see it on his motor.
  4. roscoe

    Proper Distress Signal?

    Maybe one of you could tell me if this is a proper distress signal.<br /><br />Click the link and scroll down to the bottom.<br /> http://fest2001.tripod.com/ <br /><br />Thanks
  5. roscoe

    thanks JB

    Sorry and thanks JB, I was hoping you would do that. Edit: Reffering to closing the post about where to buy a motor over the border.
  6. roscoe

    Sloopy, updates?

    Got any updates for us? Turbine, propane, ice walking? Have your legs warmed up yet?
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    Magellan MapSend GPS Software-have you used it?

    Has anyone used the Magellan MapSend Gps TOPO map sofware? I have seen/used the Maps and Destinations versions, but these are more for sightseers and travelers. <br /><br />I am interested in how inclusive the maps are, specifically for lakes and rivers. i realize that a topo map will show a...
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    Microfiche parts and service bulletins available

    Found this on ebay, thought one of you might be interested.<br /><br />Microfiche parts lists and service bulletins for Mercury, Mercruiser, Quicksilver, OMC, Evinrude, Cobra, from the late 50's to the late 80's. Looks like maybe 200 all told, look to be in good condition. Includes the...
  9. roscoe

    Aluminum Spool Repair??

    If you fish with spinning reels, sooner or later you are going to have a nick in the spool.<br /><br />Recently all the big reel manufacturers have gone with the aluminum spools, switching from the graphite that was popular a few years ago. Do you think it is worth it? Sure they can cast a...
  10. roscoe

    Canadian Flare Gun Laws??

    I saw this posted on another (shhh) site and no one had an answer. <br /><br />Can you use a flare gun as safety equipment on your boat in Canada?<br /><br />Can a US citizen enter (and exit) Canada with a flare gun in his possession?<br /><br />Does it have to be checked in or registered at...
  11. roscoe

    You are killing me, Mother E.

    http://www.fishingnj.org/njnet12.htm <br /><br /> http://www.fishingnj.org/sitemap.htm#FishNet <br /><br />These people definitely have an agenda, disguised as information.
  12. roscoe

    can't id Chrysler year, 4hp

    I've looked here<br /> http://www.marinshopen.se/guide/guide.htm, and a few other places, but can't come up with a year on this motor.<br /><br />Chrysler<br />Model 428HD<br />Ser. # 3838<br /><br />Could this be a '72??<br />It is styled very similar to a mid 80's Johnson.<br />White with...
  13. roscoe

    http://www.howstuffworks.com

    http://www.howstuffworks.com/ <br /><br />Lot of stuff here. Engines, fuel, computers, appliances, the internet. Check it out, then come back and tell us what good stuff you learned.<br /><br />Credit for finding this site goes to CRAB BAIT. Take a bow for keeping our free time interesting.
  14. roscoe

    battery selection and differences

    I need to replace my starting only battery.<br />I know there is a difference in how they are rated. Marine starting are rated by cranking amps at 80 degrees F., and also reserve time.<br />Auto batteries are rated at both cranking amps 32 degrees, and cold cranking amps 0 degrees.<br /><br />My...
  15. roscoe

    high idle outboard

    I am looking at a '99 5hp Johnson 2 stroke for trolling use. I noticed that the idle speed rpm's are to be 1200 rpm. <br /><br />I do not know what other small o/b idle at, but this seemed high to me, (just comparing it to larger motors).<br /><br />Do most or all small o/b idle this high? Or...
  16. roscoe

    My iboats Registration ????

    OK, I must be missing something. <br /><br />Is there a difference between registering for the forums, and Myiboats registration?<br /><br />The only reference I can find to the Myiboats registration is in the original (now expired) magazine offer. Is there a separate Myiboats registration area...
  17. roscoe

    Howdy Ron Davis

    I see you get to Oshkosh. So what brings you up our way? EAA, Walleyes, Fire engines, ????<br /><br />I hope you get a chance to see the rest of out state too, as the Oshkosh area is not representative. IMHO. <br /><br />Welcome aboard.
  18. roscoe

    bleed your fish??

    I learned a new trick from an old fisherman this year. He says it makes Northern Pike taste better. I'm not sure, maybe, but they sure look better.<br /><br />After he catches one, he puts it on a stringer, holds it over the side of the boat, and cuts its throat. Then he drops it in the water to...
  19. roscoe

    something wrong with picture

    Here I am, getting ready to do the carving, and I look out the kitchen window and see 6 wild turkeys eating under the backyard bird feeder.<br />Then I look back at my bird. <br /><br />Its a chicken. <br /><br />Whats wrong with this picture???<br /><br />Now I just stand here looking at the...
  20. roscoe

    who owns the fish???

    Pay attention and are very patient. Give it a try: There are 5 houses in 5 different colors in a row. In each house lives a person with a different nationality. The 5 owners drink a certain type of beverage, smoke a certain brand of cigar, and keep a certain pet. No owners have the same pet...
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