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    Boat ramp protocol query....

    Got an odd problem here and I'd appreciate some input on how to handle it. I live in an area where everyone has fishing boats, generally flat boats. They are typically used heavily throught the week and then on weekends the recreational boats hit the area and the fisherman tend to lay back. I...
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    Do I want to install a jack plate????

    I just refurbished a '64 Fabuglas Fury, 14' V-hull with an '81 Johnson 70 hp 3-cylinder. The motor does NOT have power trim, the boat has no trim tabs and no hydrofoil on the motor. If I use the holes/pin to change motor angle I can go from horrible nose plowing and really scary cornering habits...
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    Glasspar restoration/ transom worries

    Just bought a Glasspar Cutlas (16'3" fiberglas tri-hull) complete with a 1975 Mercury 135 6 cylinder O/B (the boat's rated to 140 hp). The hull's in good shape (needs a floor and upholstery, etc.) but my main concern is the transom. Not only seems weak but the Merc has a very small mounting...
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    Priming aluminum boat for paint

    Want to paint my aluminum boat to match my car. (Yes, I have too much free time) What do I need to know about prepping/priming aluminum?
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