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    Looking for a salt water boat

    Having onboard facilities never dawned on me, my bride thinks its a great idea! Thanks for the suggestion, i"ll do some research.
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    Looking for a salt water boat

    I own a 22 ft pontoon which we have used for inshore saltwater fishing for many years. Now considering replacing it with something faster that is safe for open water side of our barrier islands. No plans to go miles out. Needs to be comfortable for my bride who doesn't fish, but goes along for...
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    Starting to look for a weekend boat

    We currently own a 22ft pontoon, which we have enjoyed. We are starting to look for something with a cabin, suitable for weekends and travel on the Inter Coastal Waterway Georgia - South Carolina - North Florida. We have no desire to travel far from shore. I enjoy fishing, while my wife looks...
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    Enclosure ideas

    I am looking for some type of enclosure. Something that would provided protection from the elements, to be used for "camping" on the water. Any ideas?
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    Replace cable or new finder?

    I have a Lowrance M56 gps/finder on my pontoon. The unit is about six years old and is used in both fresh and salt water. The cable which connects to the actual unit is corroded beyond repair. I can get a replacement cable for about $25. I noticed a new transducer is around $85. I am...
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    Finder connection problems

    I have a Lowrance M56 finder which is probably 5 - 6 years old. The casing around the connector pins (cable end) has become brittle and cracked in some places. There is also some corrosion on the female end of the connector (cable end). The result is a poor connection which you have to play...
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    bunk covers

    I have a pontoon that we use in saltwater. I would like to remove the carpet from the bunk boards and replace it with something that will not hold salt water. I was thinking, some type of composite or vinyl over the existing boards. Any suggestions?
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    bunk slicks or glide on's

    We found our pontoon on iboats last year and love it. Since we use it in saltwater (always washed and trailered after each use) several people have suggested removing the carpet from the bunks and covering them with a non-porous material that will not hold salt like carpet. The idea is that...
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    matching anodes

    I want to install anodes on the 2006 Pontoon I recently purchased. (Found it on iboats.) Since I will be in salt water, it was recommended that the toons each have their own. The anodes on the motor and motor mount are in great shape. The problem is, I am not sure how to determine what kind...
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    need help understanding

    I am considering a 22ft Osprey for use in saltwater. I contacted Manitou concerning what I would need to do to make this pontoon saltwater ready and was told the following: Seal the bottom keel, weld along both edges and cap off the end Install second transducer bracket and mount sacrificial...
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    pontoon discoloration

    I just received pics of a 03 Crest. It has been docked at a marina (fresh water). I noticed the bottom of the pontoons are discolored, I assume from sitting in the water. Is this normal? What should I look for when I inspect the boat. This will be our first boat, trying to avoid mistakes.
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    adding a privacy pop up

    I have found a 03 22 ft Crest Sport that I am interested in buying. Problem is I am told it does not have a privacy pop up. Can one be added. I have not seen the boat as it is a couple of hrs away.
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    Fair price?

    I have found a 2006 22ft Manitou Osprey Pro Series with a Honda 4 stroke 90, playpen cover, tandem axle trailer. I do not know the hours, pictures look good and reported to be in good shape. They are asking $16,500. Does this sound right. I appreciate any heads up as this will be our first boat.
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    thoughts on a center console

    What are the positive / negatives of a center console for a pontoon?
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    buying advice

    Looking to buy my first boat. If we go new it will probably be a 20 ft G3 Suncatcher f/c or Tracker Sunchaser f/c. Probably a 60 four stroke, although I would like a 90. Both seem to be good mid level boats and both are within an hour of us. Are dealer prices firm or is there a rule of thumb...
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    considering a pontoon

    We are looking for our first boat. The 18 - 20 ft pontoon looks great for the family - fishing and relaxing. However, it will be used mainly in salt water. Is this a good idea for salt water use. Thanks for any advice.
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