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    Which chartplotter/fishfinder?

    I had a couple different ones, I'm not a fisherman , so I looking for something in color that will show the speed,depth,water temp., where I am in the water, the shorelines ,buoys,bridges, water depth in the area,alarms, etc. I don't need to chart or plot courses to anywhere or to track ...
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    Inboard muffler problem

    OK you guys, I'm at my wits end here. I have a Chris Craft 251 Catalina that developed a water leak in the rear starboard muffler from old age and rotted cast iron. I'm gonna replace both mufflers with SS tube. I have the hose clamps off the muffler but can't seem to budge the hoses off. I...
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    Bilge pump question

    On my 1983 Chris Craft 251 Catalina, I have a 1000gph pump in the through hull rudder area near the transom, and another 1000gph pump between the hull and the right side main stringer that the fuel tank sits on.both on float switches always hot. My question is, my boat may sit at the dock 3-4...
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    What are these under my floor board?

    Here are some oics and there are 2 thick black wires coming out of my Garmin unit.
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    What are these under my floor board?

    In the cabin of my Chris Craft Catalina 251, under the floorboard,attached to the hull there are a couple round things about 3" in diameter with a wire coming out of them. What are these. Also, I'm a little concerned that I always have about 1"-1.5" of water in my rear bilge. People tell me...
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    Your boats winter pictures?

    Here's mine all cozy and asleep
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    Teak Swim platform

    Having purchased a gorgeous teak swim platform for my Chris Craft I'm in the process of oiling it this winter. I was told to oil it instead of varnish or putting polyurethane on it, because it will crack and peel after a couple years. I have now 5 coats of hand rubbed teak oil on both sides of...
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    Avatar or signature Picture

    How do I update my avatar or signature picture to my current boat picture. I can't seem to find where to do this. Thanks
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    Bow and stern rail cleaning

    My '83 Chris Craft Catalina 251 Which I purchased last season came from N.J. a saltwater boat. So I don't have to tell you what the bow and stern railings looked like. Is there anything that will bring back the shine to them or at least make them look good again? I have tried to steel wool a...
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    Fuel tank sending unit

    Having to pull out my tank on my 83 Chris Craft Catalina to put my swim platform on, I may as well put a new fuel sender in as I now stick the tank to check fuel level. Although sticking the tank is 100% fool-proof, I'd still like the gauge to work. Where can I look to get the correct sending...
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    Chris Craft Catalina Website is gone

    Does anyone know what has happened to the Chris Craft Catalina site? It has gone off the web. It was very informative to Chris owners
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    Power Inverter Question

    I have a small 1500 watt inverter on my boat for things like a vacuum ,trouble light ,drills etc.. I was wondering if I could just mount it somewhere and hard wire it to one of my batteries instead of fumbling around with those spring clips hooking it up to the battery. Thanks-Russ
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    Refrigerator ??

    Why can't you buy a 1.6 cubic ft. refrigerator from Walmart for $80.00 for a boat instead of a $600.-$1000 marine unit to plug in at the dock or even use with an inverter? What is the reason the marine units are so very expensive? thanks-Russ
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    Can I paint the front deck like this?

    I can't get anyone to answer this for me. On my 1988 Inperial the front deck ,between the winshield and my anchor roller is pretty well beat up from age and weathering and the finish is really gone even with profesional buffing and waxing. My question is, why couldn't I myself,lightly sand it...
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    My pet peeve about some boat owners

    Re: My pet peeve about some boat owners Wow , didn't think I'd get so much feedback on this subject, but it's nice to see some people feel as I do. I'm always trying to keep my boat in tip- top shape and upgrading items as needed and keeping in it high & dry inside:D
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