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  1. KurtG

    Craigslist -3.5' Dunkirk Skiff

    I've seen this photo before, but someone actually posted it to craigslist in the boat section- http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/boa/1050493741.html
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    tree trimmers- economy can't be too bad

    I can't seem to get anyone interested in about $1000 worth of tree work (removing 3 small maples). I called 3 companies which said they would provide an estimate. Only one followed through with an estimate and they have had no response to me requesting they schedule the work.:confused:
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    bimini - small boat

    I've read a lot of posts and measured the boat, but still not clear what height to go for a bimini top. In 30 years of boating, I've never used a bimini, but want to get one for the current boat should I get the boys out as much as I would like. The boat is 15' long and I have about 18" deck...
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    gel coat paste (evercoat vs spectrum)

    I'm at the point having removed most of the bottom paint of needing to fill a few nicks and gouges that were just painted over by the prior owner. Is there a difference to the quality of the spectrum and evercoat brands? You get 2 ounces of Spectrum paste for the same price as 16 of the...
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    new springs- axle over or under?

    OK, stupid trailer question. I have been rebuilding my trailer and want to replace the slipper springs. Right now the axle is under the springs. I hadn't paid much attention, but most pics that I now see have it reversed with the axle on top. I'm guessing I might get a couple inches out of...
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    best tool to cut rusted bolts/nuts

    I am renewing my trailer and there are a lot of rusted bolts/nuts. The frame of the trailer itself is in very good condition outside the roller assembly brackets and springs. I am painting the trailer and want to replace the 4 keel rollers, bunks, and springs. I broke ~1/2 of the rusted bolts...
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    odd drains exit below waterline

    OK, so I didn't notice this when I first inspected the bottom. After I blew off the scum, the two drains were apparent. The boat in the avatar has two "lockers" in the bow that have drains. I knew they had drains but mistakenly thought they went aft. The drains go right down and exit the boat...
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    40 HP Mariner year?

    I have a new "used" boat with a 40 HP mariner. Looking for year to get a manual, guessing it is in the 86-89 range. The boat is 1987. The serial number is 424689 and the tag also says 40 ELO, code 6E9 L and made in Japan the new ride- http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=278620 Thanks-
  9. KurtG

    new downsized ride

    Kind of late in the year, but price was right and couldn't pass this little one by. I got rid of the 20' Tiberias with 4 banger volvo early this Spring. It was too much of a headache and the parking issues caused us not to use it. The new toy is a 1987 15' Henry O Mckee w/a 40HP Mariner. I...
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    too shallow ramp?

    The rollers on the trailer I have need to be replaced and the ramp I'm thinking of using this weekend (near house) only has a slope of about 1" for every 1' (measured previously with a stick) The boat is a 19' bowrider. I don't want to dunk my tow vehicles rear wheels (newer vehicle). The...
  11. KurtG

    reinstalling garboard plug plate (what to seal?)

    This seems like a lousy design. I was ready to dunk the new/old boat for the first time, but chickened out. It looked like the previois owner loosened one and stripped one of the plate screws torquing the plug. I had also just changed the impeller and it looked like my pump may have been...
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