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    GPS antenna location

    I bought a new Lorance X18C GPS/Sonar unit to go on my new center console boat. It looks like the only place that affords me room to mount both the screen and puck antenna is next to each other right on top of the console. I like this option best because I will have little wiring to run...
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    New Boat Power Option

    I'm buying a Polar 19 ft DV Center Console and am certain I will putting 4 stroke power on it. The boat is rated for 150 hp max and I have entertined the thoughts of going for the gusto with Yamaha's new 150hp four stroke. The standard package is with a Yamaha 115 four stroke which the...
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    Transducer Mounting on new boat

    I got a sweet deal on a new Lowrance X18C and picked it up for my new boat (19ft Polar deep V). It comes with the 21 degree transom mount transducers but I am thinking about having a through hull puck installed instead. I am concerned the kiddies will end up pulling or standing on them...
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    Leaning Post or Twin Helm Seats on CC

    I'm trying to make a decision on going with either the standard icechest seat with reversable backrest or the optional twin helm seats on a 19ft Polar Deep V.<br /><br />I like the idea of the helm seats since I can rotate the seat to fish from the side of my boat while also having the...
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    Uncle Sams Blessing on my new boat

    I know a boat can be considered a residence if it contains a toilet and sink for the purpose of deducting interest paid if it is in the form of a mortgage. I do plan to use the boat (19 ft Polar center console) to take business associates out for a few hours fishing on a regular basis and...
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    Galvanized trailer in salt water

    I am in the process of putting a boat/trailer package together with a dealer. Boat will be mostly used in freshwater but occasionally in salt water. I know there are altenatives such as an alluminum trailer but I am working within a budget. Anyhow, the dealer indicates the trailer will...
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    Trim Tabs or Hydrofoil

    Reading a few other posts I have been compelled to ask a question I have been pondering for a while. <br /><br />Other than my 10 hp tiller on a smokercraft, I am new to the bells and whistles of modern powerboating.<br />Within the next year I will be purchasing a boat for fishing 75% of the...
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    What makes a saltwater motor

    Looking at some power options for a new boat, the issue of saltwater use has crossed my mind a few times. Althouth most of my boating is fishing on freshwater lakes and rivers, I would like to use it for an occasional bay fishing vacation perhaps a few weekends a year. I understand saltwater...
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    Prop Terminology

    Can someone offer assistance or direct me to a resource so that I can educate myself on prop terminology<br />I assume the tree different numbers relate to the pitch and size but not exactly sure how they contribute to the performance.<br /><br />Helpful advice appreciated.<br />Kevin
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    New Boat / Horsepower rating question

    I am curious what criteria manufacturers and the coast guard collaborate on to determine the maximum horsepower rating on a boat? Is it the weight which the transom is capable of holding? If so what bearing does this have on a 4 stroke of the same HP rating of a 2 stroke but at an extra...
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    mid range 4 stroke outboards

    The boat(s) I've been looking at are rated in the 150 HP range and I would like to stay within parameters of the manufacturers recommendations. Perhaps going on a 19'1 Polar @ 2000 lbs. The boat will be mainly used for fishing and then pulling kids around on a tube when the fish aren't biting...
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    Transom design

    Looking into different boat designs I recognize a constant transom design among many manufacturers. I am looking for a new center console boat in the 19ft range and would like to have a better understanding. Please forgive my ignorance if there is a name for the design I am referring to but I...
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    New Boat: Center Console , Walkaround, or Dual Console

    Reading a post below on a new boat, I am in a similar situation and considering similar manufacturers but not really sure of the type of boat that would be most functional for our family.<br />Most of our boating is on fishing vacations in Clayton - Alexandria Bay NY region of the St. Lawrence...
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    New boat invoice & MSRP

    I know the automobile industry makes invoice and MSRP (sticker) prices available to consumers. Holdback and other incentives in addition to the amount paid over invoice represents gross profit. Before purchasing a new truck I researched that the dealer would probably move it for between 2 or...
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    Growing Pains / Moving Up ??'s

    First let me start by saying this is my first posting and I look forward to finding information that will be helpful in purchasing our new boat. My 15yr old 16ft "Fishing Machine" has become quite crowded with three kids and and a wife as we have attempted to make boating/fishing a family...
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