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  1. JASinIL2006

    11 wires?

    If you have a junction box specifically for trailers, most of them have wiring diagrams. Are your trailer lights wired in a 'star' pattern where separate leads go to each light? If so, that would explain the extra wires.
  2. JASinIL2006

    Deck cleat question

    I’d give it a test outside the boat to make sure PB will stick to PVC and to see if the resin melts/dissolves PVC.
  3. JASinIL2006

    Maxx Haul LED trailer lights

    You should not need to unplug.
  4. JASinIL2006

    Carpet glue

    Gluvit works well, but if you have any Gluvit-treated areas that extend beyond the deck and are exposed to sunlight, be sure to cover it with paint. Gluvit and other epoxies generally don't hand UV exposure well. For sealing your deck boards, I'd use either epoxy or something that penetrates...
  5. JASinIL2006

    Going from surge brakes to no brakes

    Fair enough - it is *possible* he has 3000# payload, but highly unlikely. That chart is really pretty misleading, since it doesn't show what an actual vehicle's payload is. Options, trim packages, etc. all reduce the available payload from what you've listed, which is max possible. Ford and all...
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    Going from surge brakes to no brakes

    There is no way he’d be below payload with 3000# in the bed. Payload for an XLT will be about 2000# max., probably closer to 1800# or 1900#. Adding electric brakes is fairly simple and not very expensive. @SweetCheeksTKB , I don’t know if repairing surge brakes would be cheaper than replacing...
  7. JASinIL2006

    Charging trolling motor batteries

    Most of the onboard chargers I've heard about (for example, see link below) use 110v AC to power the charger. It doesn't sound like you have access to that, unless there is some way to hook up solar panels. Depending on what kind of motor you have, you might be able to use the current generated...
  8. JASinIL2006

    Charging trolling motor batteries

    If there is no way to get power to batteries while the boat is stored, I don't see any option besides lugging batteries.
  9. JASinIL2006

    Carpet glue

    I don't think you'll want to use fiberglass cloth and resin on the hull of an aluminum boat... When you ask about painting the 'bottom' of the boat with flexseal, are you referring to the outside of the hull (i.e., the part that will be in the water)? What are you trying to accomplish by...
  10. JASinIL2006

    Buying a fishing boat

    What sort of water will you be boating on? If you're on really small lakes and small rivers, the first boat (jon boat) will be fine. If you're going to be on slightly larger lakes with even a bit of chop, the v-hull with the 15 hp would be my choice (despite the garish camo paint job).
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    Alpha 1 Gen 2 U-Joint Bellows Retaining Ring

    I’d return the Amazon knockoff bellows and get OEM belliws.
  12. JASinIL2006

    I/O 18 ft. Does it sit too low in the stern?

    Bad, bad idea. Anyone reading this thread, please never do this to your boat.
  13. JASinIL2006

    ANCHOR WINDLASS FOR LARSON HAMPTON 235

    You came back 9 months later to complain about not getting any replies?
  14. JASinIL2006

    Air Don't Freeze Winterization

    I would be quite happy to never appear on the BLN! I am sure there are plenty of others who can take the starring role there...
  15. JASinIL2006

    Air Don't Freeze Winterization

    Same here. In addition to making sure everything is working before the hour drive to the boat ramp, I get the engine warmed enough that it starts instantly when launched. I don't like being "that guy" at the ramp who is tying up the ramp while he is cranking his starter for 5 minutes trying to...
  16. JASinIL2006

    Had spindal changed now water coming in back of boat

    I still don't know what a spindal is...
  17. JASinIL2006

    PB'ing new transom wood to boat

    Things you can do to get the transom in before the PB kicks: - have a helper (this is essential, I think) - use a bit less catalyst as @todhunter suggests - refrigerate your resin before mixing in the catalyst - do several dry runs before attempting to install the transom with PB - make sure...
  18. JASinIL2006

    Bimini ball socket mount stripped

    Can't you just buy a new fitting?
  19. JASinIL2006

    What kind of boat is most likely to be equipped with a 3HP electric motor?

    We had a 4hp 2-stroke gas outboard on a 14 v-hull utility board, and it would plane with one person, and move along quickly (maybe not on plane) with two people. It certainly was faster than someone in kayak or canoe. I don't know what the weight difference between an outboard+gas tank vs. an...
  20. JASinIL2006

    1989 Renken 2000 I think I'm in trouble

    It's a ton of work, and a lot of expense, but if you stick with it, do quality work (i.e., don't cut corners) and finish the job, you will have a better boat than you could have bought for the same money. You'll also know your boat inside and out (literally!), so not only can you take pride in...
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