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    I like this boat for some reason

    Been doing lots of research on boats and for some reason I keep looking back at this one, might go check it out.91 23ft Regal Open Bow
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    Im stuck on choices, need some input.

    Looking at purchasing a brand new boat before next season starts. My top three are the Tahoe q7, Glastron gt205, and a Yamaha sx210. I have done my research on the I.O vs Jet and thats not my concern. Im stuck on build quality and quality of ride, any input? Boths I.O's would be ordered with the...
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    Gotta vent.

    I was at Berlin lake in Ohio on sunday. Kinda busy nothing out of the ordinary. The wife and I launch from the Bonner Rd public ramp (not a joke real name) we had some friends meetin us later so we cruise around for a bit. When I return to pick up my friend and his two kids there is an entire...
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    prop selection ?

    The boat is a 1987 four winns 190 horizon bow rider, 230 hp v-8 305 merc, at the moment it has a ss 19 pitch prop. It runs all out at about 4500 rpm but seams sluggish of the start and takes awhile to plane. especially with a full tank of fuel and four adults and two kids in the boat. I would...
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    165 hp merc 4 cyl questions

    Looking at a used boat that seems to be in good condition. Has the merc 165 hp four cylinder motor that runs good. Only problem is owner said when he hooks the tach up it wont start, un hook the tach and it works fine. Also anybody have anything good or bad to say about this motor. Its on a 19...
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    Northeast ohio Bass fishing

    I havent fished in nearly 11 years. The wife and I just started again and I have a decent selection of tackle I just dont think I'm finding the fish. Anybody know where to go or have a few tips to help me get a few in the boat. We usually go to Portage lakes, West Branch, Berlin, Alum creek...
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    wiring for gas gauge

    I have been going through my new to me boat and changing a bunch of wiring. I have everyhting working as advertised except the gas gauge which has never worked for me. I checked the sending unit full and I checked it empty and it seems to be working ( the fuller the less resistance?). My...
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    Recomendations for a fish finder

    I am in the market for a low budget fish finder. Not looking for anything fancy but I would like it to have a low depth alarm. My research has led me to the Eagle 320 and the Garmin 140. Any other opinions on a fish finder for under 160.00
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    prop question

    Ok I think I need alittle more prop. I looked and I couldnt find a number on mine but here is whats going on. The manual for my motor a 1984 90 hp yamaha 2 stroke says that the rpm range is between 1k and 5200. When I am running full out my motor will turn 6100 on the rpm gauge with no real...
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    Need advice on trailer repair

    I bought a new to me boat and the trailer needs some work. I need to put on new bunks and do some welding then painting. My question is can I set the boat in the grass in the yard with out it being damaged. I called the local marinas and everybody wants 150 bucks to leave it at the dock for a...
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    I got a boat!

    After nearly a year of toying around with the idea of getting a boat I finally got one. Its a 1981 Glastron ssv167 with a 1984 Yamaha 90hp 2 stroke. I will post pics when I learn how to resize them. Its in really good shape I dont think it has been used much in its life time. Had it out...
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    1984 yamaha 90hp 2stroke questions

    I just picked up a new to me boat and I have a couple of questions. I want to change the lower unit oil but can only find two plugs one labeled wash the other vent, they are the same and side by side. I searched but cant seem to find anything close to mine. Its late and Im going to bed I hope...
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    internal cooling or not?

    I'm looking at a uased boat, an Imperial v182 inboard 1984 , it has the internal cooling system. In this better or worse than taking water from the lake. He's asking book value for the boat.
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    Opinion please

    Looking at trading some dirtbikes for this boat. The guy said he can not remember the exact year but thought it was a late 80's. Scheduled for a test cruise on later this month, but off of pictures what do you guys think, and does anybody know anything about delta boats.
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    maybe trading for a boat

    I will post pictures later, but for now what do you guys think a 1987 17' delta v-hull,fiberglass,open bow, with a 2 stroke 115 hp outboard. Same yr engine, seems to be in good condition. Has a decent trailer nothing major on it, boat seems to run well. Whats it worth. I looking to trade a 2000...
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    couple questions on a boat I'm eyeballing

    I reevaluated my needs I think for now I'm looking into getting something just for cruising and fishing. I've been looking for something inexpensive just to get started and I found this boat. 1972 starcraft 18ft Aluminum v-bottom, has a 120 hp mercruiser I/O new carpet and floor, eagle...
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    New guy

    Just wanted to introduce myself I'm 28 married and live in ohio. The wife and I are getting out of racing motocross due to injurys and are looking at getting into boating. We have 3 boys, our focus is mainly on tubing and fishing. Neither one of us are looking to ski due to many leg,foot and...
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