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    Which is the best buy?

    Got a small lake here I can hook a low cost trolling motor too. Not looking to spend much. Any help would be appreciated. ;) <br /><br />MOTOR GUIDE $97.41 Model <br /> MINN KOTA $94.99 Model
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    What have you hauled up?

    I started thinking today about what happened to me last year. I was at one of my old fishing holes and made my cast. <br /><br />I hooked something (not a fish :( ). I started pulling and up came a fishing pole. Rod and real. Nothing to write home about but makes you wonder what else is down...
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    Repositioning boat on trailer

    Pst 76 said it all. Float her.
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    UPDATE ON BEING AN IDIOT

    I did it. I admit it. Got in a hurry and hooked the battery cables up wrong. :eek: :rolleyes: Heard a pop and a little puff of smoke by the alternator. Only took a second to realize what I did. <br /><br />Checked the alternator with the voltmeter and it seems to be putting...
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    I need HELP. *UPDATE*

    I got the boat ready today to start her up for the first time. Been charging the battery during the winter months. Hooked it up. Raised the lower unit so I can move her to the driveway. Lowered it back down. Checked all the fluids. Everything looked good. Put the muffs on and turned on the...
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    Before you Launch Checklist for Spring

    I asked this question a while back. Thought I would share.<br /><br /><br />BEFORE YOU LAUNCH:<br />· Inspect and lubricate seacocks. Hoses and hose clamps should be inspected and replaced as necessary.<br />· Replace deteriorated zincs.<br />· Inspect prop(s) for dings, pitting and...
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    Hey Mods...First Post ever

    Just wondering today since work was slow. What was the first post ever on this board and what was it bout and when and who was it by? :D
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    I Got a question

    When going to a marine mechanic do they have a check list of things to look at? When I bought mine I had a mechanic check it out and he gave me a list of things that need to be done (nothing big). Change impeller, change oil, fuel filter. Normal maintenance stuff. Does anyone have one of these...
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    Light is humming

    Anyone know anything about lighting?<br />I installed a ligtswitch dimmer combo in our bathroom for the wife. Works great. Only problem is when I turn the dimmer switch down there is a humming coming from the lights. Any help would be appreciated.
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    Any one Ever............

    Change the water pump on their car? <br />How difficult is it?<br />Do I need any special tools? <br />I have done work on cars before but haven't done this yet.My wife has a 94 Chrysler Concorde and the dealership wants about $300.00 to fix it. :confused:
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    Flare Disposal

    Any safe suggestions on getting rid of flares that have reached their shelf life?
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    Computer CD Burner Question

    I have burned many CD's before but never quesitoned the speed. Whats the difference between burning and 4X speed to 40x speed?
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    Computer CD Burner Question

    I have burned many CD's before but never quesitoned the speed. Whats the difference between burning and 4X speed to 40x speed?
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    Avatar time

    I finally got the Avatar to work. At least this post should tell me if it works.<br />I wanted to show off my my money hungry child "Hull of a Deal" lol :D
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    Rack and Pinion Question

    Went to get two tires and a front end alignment for the wifes car. About $200.00 for all. I get a call and they say that I need my Rack and Pinion repaired. I told them I din't have the money right now. No front end alignment was done of course. I get an estimate of $430.00. Is this right? Not a...
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    *UPDATE PICS* Roller Guide-on OR Bunk Style Board Guide-On

    I was looking to purchase this for the boat to help the family when they are loading it on the trailer. Which one do you guys recommmend. Price difference is $5.00 between them. Just looking to make a good purchase.<br />THANKS! :D <br /><br /> Roll on OR Bunk Style
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    Depth Finder Question

    Is it possible to check the accuracy of a fish finder and depth finder witht he boat out of the water?
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    Depth Finder Question

    Is it possible to check the accuracy of a fish finder and depth finder witht he boat out of the water?
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    Bellows Question

    Just bought the boat last year and then winterized it. Gonna check the bellows in a couple of months when I pull her out of hibernation. Never changed the bellows before. Is it a hard job? Anything special I need to know about putting them on, sealing them, etc etc? Thanks
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    Adding a Trolling motor

    I was wondering if anyone has done this. I gave up my Ranger for the Sea Ray when My daughter was born but I still like to go freshwater fishing. Has anyone added a trolling motor to the bow of their bowrider? Do you have pics? How hard was it?
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