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    Adding third toon

    Considering that he cost of materials and labor, what about just buying a tri toon ?
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    My next table project

    Very cool !!! I nade a couple tables in my younger days that turned out pretty nice, but my biggest issue has been with the wife. Before long she piles a bunch of crap on the table so no one can see it !! So....I stopped building tables.....gotta say that none of mine looked as good as...
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    Nissan

    I have never found roll pin punches to be that precise or accurate in the diameter. I would go with a 1/8" if you have one and be done. If that should be to big (.007" difference) then use a 3/32.
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    LiFePO Batteries ???

    From what I have heard they are reputable but pricey....The Timeusb also has a very good reputation but at a lower cost.
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    Bimini top seems to have shrunk

    All of my Bimini tops have been adjustable by mounting them on a sliding rail and have adjustable straps to hold them in position, so never had one that snapped into position.....
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    Back in again...

    Many thanks to a few folks that helped me get back on board again ! Due to some technical glitches, I have not been able to log in here, but some kind folks fixed that issue. Thanks again.....
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    Trolling motor shaft support.

    Often thought about adding a support but never have damaged one.....yet..! Mine has the carbon fiber shaft with the supposed lifetime warranty against breakage.
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    Boat cushions

    Check around the local old car clubs, most have an upholstery guy that does extra work on the side for pocket money. These guys are usually far cheaper than anyone with a " boat or marine" in the name. I have used these guys a few times and their work has been very good and prices was right...
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    Boat cushions

    Sometimes you get what you pay for.....3K down to 300....something has to be given up !!
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    Considering prop change. Seeking input.

    A " surge" was mentioned.....sounds like you have an engine problem, that needs fixed before anything else !
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    LiFePO Batteries ???

    Thank's for posting all this good LifePO4 battery info.....mine is on its way, getting all my information ready to go when it arrives.
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    TimeUSB LifePO4 battery issues

    Just discovered their messages were going into my spam folder, don't know why, but glad to have found them ! Did send them a message to let them know.
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    TimeUSB LifePO4 battery issues

    After reading about the great batteries from TimeUSB , I ordered one to replace my 6 plus year old LA batteries. Getting nervous as no response after placing my order. My CC was charged and getting off the wall emails that mean nothing. Was supposed to receive tracking info within 24 hrs of...
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    Ruh-Roh… a new gear case may be in order

    In the great lakes area, there are a number of boat salvage yards. Better off getting a nice used lower unit, even if the engine is trashed, a good housing is easier to rebuild.
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    Mercury outboard wieght chart

    I can only testify that my 1992 four cylinder 40 up Merc two stroke weighs in right at 200 lbs with ptt.
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    Voltage between batteries and aluminum hull

    On my boat, it is the house battery where you get voltage between the battery and hull, nothing from the start battery nor the trolling motor batteries.
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    Going straight at low speed?

    Finding that sweet spot takes small adjustments and no moving around, but when you find it.....the boat will wag from one side to the other all by itself, look me a ghost is doing the steering !
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    Going straight at low speed?

    Years back when I had my Islander, we had a long canal ride out to the big lake. The canal was very protected, idle speed only and no wind or waves. When taking folks for their first ride on my boat, I would find that sweet spot and allow the boat to wander from side to side without touching...
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    Voltage between batteries and aluminum hull

    What about Mercs? I have been thru all the wiring, nothing is grounded to the hull ! Has to be the motor. Not sure anything can be done about it and no issues, appears to have been that way since 1992....
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    Voltage between batteries and aluminum hull

    Have the same issue, been thru everything, only ground is thru the outboard motor. I added a cutoff switch for piece of mind on both battery terminals. It has not caused an issue for me, no sign of any corrosion at all. My boat is a 1992, all aluminum transom, no wood, not sure if that has...
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