Has anyone built a stitch and Glue boat. I am considering buiding a stitch and glue canoe as my first foray into boatbuilding. Everything I have read say they are easy to build and very solid and durable. Any experiences out there?? Pitfalls?<br /><br />My dad has always wanted to build a...
Is it OK to install a floating dock on a river?? I want to build a floating dock that will move up and down with the varying levels of the river we are on. I am just concerned about the constant tug of the current. Has anyone done this or is this a fairly stnadar thing to do.<br /><br />The...
Has anyone used this boat cover support product?? If so, did it work well for you?? I have a 17ft OB that will be sitting outside at the lake all summer and the top tends to collect rain. This looks pretty easy to use. Thanks in advance..<br /><br />...
Has anyone had any experience replacing lower ball joints on an expedition?? Its a $700 job with only about $100 in parts. I have never done ball joints but have done plenty of other auto work. My father in law says I should just pay up. I know I will have to have it aligned after they are...
Does anyone have any experince with these Chinese ATVs that are being sold on the web?? I just ran across these the other day and they look interesting to me. Some of them look awfully close to the name brand units. Albeit the engines are smaller with the max being a 250cc and they are not...
Has anyone here read any of the Master and Commander series books? If so, what did you think of them.<br /><br />I started not because of the movie but more because I heard this was a large series of books that were very good. I am just curious as to your opinions of these books and writer..
The good news is that I just purchased a Cabin in NW Wisconsin. We close on Friday.<br /><br />My family wants to spend a few weekends over the winter at the cabin and I am wanting to know how other heat their cabins.<br /><br />Ours is about 800SF with a 60,000 BTU propane fan forced heater in...
Soemtimes I scratch my head and wonder what these people are thinking.. I am not anti-gay, or pro-gay for that matter. I just don't understand the necessity.<br /><br /> http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,93060,00.html
A friend sent this to me. Enjoy.<br /><br />The Bill of Non-Rights <br />> <br />> <br />> The following has been attributed to State Representative Mitchell <br />>Kaye <br />>from GA. This guy should run for President. <br />> <br />> "We the sensible people of the United States, in an...
I have an 87 EZ-Loader single axle trailer. the problem is that the inner two treads on both tires are just about worn off, while the rest of the tires are just fine.<br /><br />The trailer has leaf springs and surge brakes. What kind of adjustments are available to correct this problem??
Is there anything tricky about replacing the impeller on previously mentioned 9.8 Merc OB. My neighbor is bringing it over so he can be in the 4th of July parade on his lake and I am going to help him out.<br /><br />Any gotchas or tips are appreciated.
I want to put a CD/AM/FM deck in my boat, but right now it has the old style radio with the two knobs. It is an 87 Sea Ray Seville.<br /><br />Has anyone done this and how did you do it. Just cut the hole larger? Any tips would be great..
Does anyone know an easy way to disconnect the shift rod on one of these motors? I am going to replace the waterpump and I cannot even see the end of the shift rod under the carbs. What's the best way to get at it?? Any help would be great..
What size boat is needed on Grand Traverse Bay. I am going to be vacationing in Traverse City this summer and want to know if it would be worthwhile to tow my 17' Sea Ray and use it on the bay. I have never been there so I have no idea.
I have a 97 Ford Expedition with Brake troubles. I am having unusual wear and consequent brake dust on my front rims.<br /><br />Last year I went to replace the pads all around and put new rotors on the front since they were pulsating. I couldn't get the rotors off (common problem on...
I would not rule out fuel just yet.. Did you pump the bulb when the loss in power occurs? You may be sucking air in your fuel line or your carb float may need adjustment. You may also try a different portable tank setup to ensure you do not have restriction in your intake or water or gunk in...
What are your opinions on Piranha props with the replaceable blades. It looks like a good alternative to Aluminum.<br /><br />I have a 17ft Searay with a 130hp I/O. I would like to get more top end from the 18p I currently have. Would a 21p 4 blade be too much.<br /><br />I currently can get...
I am running an 18p prop on a Sea Ray Seville 17' with 130hp i/o. My WOT is about 4900. This config is good for skiing but I would like to pickup a second prop for better general cruising.<br /><br />I am thinking either a 20 or 22p four blade Comprop. Does any one have any experience with...
I'm not sure why I am thinking of this as we head into summer, but.. It seems as if there are a lot of I/O owners plagued by freeze damaged engines caused by bad winterization or none at all.<br /><br />My question is, why don't I/O motors in the norhtern climates get outfitted with block...
