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  1. jhande

    Airbrushing graphics?

    I was contemplating airbrushing some graphics on the hull of my boat (see signature). The hull seems to have a recent paint job which I would believe to be gel coat. To airbrush the paint will have to be thinned to the viscosity of 1% milk, so pretty thin. Wondering if I prep and use paint just...
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    Weight distribution on trailer bunks and rollers?

    Silly question... The previous owner didn't have the trailer bow roller setup correctly so after I towed it home I noticed the transom of the boat had slid forward and the keel rolled forward of the roller and dropped down below it. All the weight is now resting on the bunks. I have removed the...
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    1979 Mercury 80 worth it?

    I haven't tried getting my '78 Mercury running yet. My boat's sticker says MAX HP 90. I spotted a 1997 Mercury 80 supposedly with power trim for (asking) $300.00 AD: Click Here Seller's Description I don't know much about this outboard it was on a boat that was beyond repair. This 80 horse...
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    1978 Mercury 500/50hp help!!!

    I was searching online for a repair manual. I came across a link for a free PDF download which lead me here = https://www.downloadboatmanuals.com/motors/mercury/ The only manual I was able to find in the listing was = Mercury 1971-1985 Service manual [PDF, ENG, 2.9 MB].pdf. BUT I don't believe...
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    Was wondering if this is any good "Seachoice 15 foot outriggers"

    I spotted a brand new "Seachoice 15' Outrigger Kit, Black & Gold" on FB Market Place close to me. It is a complete kit/setup and only $30.00. Is it even worth it and installing?
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    Kicker motor questions???

    Just curious in case I someday I want to add a kicker motor. Would be used for trolling and emergency return to dock if main engine fails. I was told here to get a 9.9hp 4 stroke. What I am wondering though instead of sitting in the back of the boat, is it possible to rig it up to control from...
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    To build a live well or not?

    I think I know the answer but am looking for others input. :unsure: My past experience in fishing I have always just put the fish on a stringer until done fishing for the day (canoe or shore fishing). Now that I'm rebuilding my Glasstron bow rider and setting it up for fishing I don't think I...
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    How to tell the finish on a hull?

    Just wondering on my '78 if it was refinished with gel coat or paint? The PO told me the guy he got the boat from redid the outside of the hull. At least the blue striping on the white base looks new. I know if there was a chip in the finish I could tell but there isn't any. I have some screw...
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    Would this work as a kicker motor?

    Just spotted a mid 60's Mercury 3.9 HP with hose and gas tank at a great price. Seller claims it was totally serviced in 2019 and never used since, he uses an electric trolling motor. Was wondering if it would work as a kicker motor for my boat in signature? If my main motor fails will this get...
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    Minimum MPH Boat/Motor?

    I wasn't sure where to post this question, hopefully here is fine. Been researching new fishing for me... lake trout and landlocked salmon. It is recommended to troll between 1.5 & 1.8 MPH. Would my 50hp Merc on my boat go that slow (see signature)? Or do I need something else? :unsure:
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    1974 16' Glastron Starflite Hull Question

    I watched a YouTube video where the person was putting new floor and stringers in his fiberglass boat. Not sure of the proper name but he unscrewed the aluminum trim that's around the outside of the gunwales. He was then able to pick up the top half and console of the boat. Leaving the bottom...
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    Mercury 500 50hp - year unknown, have questions

    If you haven't seen any of my other post, I'm new to boating. Late fall I purchased the boat setup in my signature. One scary thing is I can't find a plate to tell me the year of the motor. The previous owner said he ran it the summer of 2019. He never stabilized the fuel and left it over the...
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    Landlocked salmon fishing questions

    I've never went salmon fishing and my son just asked if I'd like to try with him, he's never been either. Here in New Hampshire the season is April 1st to Sept. 30th. 2 fish daily limit. Minimum length 15 inches. Daily bag limit for lake trout and salmon is 2 fish (2 lake trout, 2 salmon, or 1...
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    Reinforcing gunwales?

    On my used project boat there are some things installed already on the gunwales. The rod holders are flopping loose, the cleats aren't very secure either. There are some existing holes I need to patch. The rails seem secure at the bow. I'm planning on relocating the cleats and rod holders. I...
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    I found an awesome DIY repair YouTube channel

    Take a look at Boatworks Today's Youtube channel. It has LOT's of projects and explained step by step for any level
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    Fishfinder help...

    Sorry, pain in the butt back again! I never had or used a fishfinder before. I've been researching about them and I still need some advice. I mostly fish for bass and perch in shallow lake/pond water (20' or less). I can't see myself fishing in really deep water often maybe once and a while for...
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    Add gauges or not?

    My project boat does not have any gauges on it. At least 2 gauges I would like is fuel and volts. But I have an old metal portable gas tank that came with the boat. Is it even possible to install a sending unit in such a tank? Or can I find portable tanks somewhere with them? Only finding gauges...
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    Stopped receiving email notifications

    I was receiving notifications and suddenly they stopped. They're not going to spam. Everything in my account settings still has everything check.
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    Installing new decking question

    When I get around to installing a new floor and stringers... I'll epoxy the stringers to the hull and wrap them with 2 layers of 1708 and resin. For the 3/4" plywood floor I was wondering why I couldn't put a few coats of enamel paint all around it instead of fiberglass? My local marina said I...
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    Newbie few trailer issues

    Just bought a used tri-hull fiberglass boat, trailer & motor and wondering about the trailer. I can't find anything to identify the trailer, make, ID#, nothing. Hoping my state will let me register it as I bought it out of state and they do a VIN verification. Towing it home the boat slid...
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