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    '77 Sea Ray - the conversion has begun

    Some may recall I aquired a well weathered 22' SRV last fall ('03). <br />Right away, I removed all the box mounted seats and their bases, then pulled out 90% of the crappy carpet. (there was vegetation sprouting in it.)<br /><br />Since then it has pretty much sat. I'm in Boomyall's area and...
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    hey boomyall

    hey neighbor...<br />I didn't realize you had a project underway. Any chance of getting together and comparing notes?<br />I'm good with tools, have done lots of stuff, but I could stand some advice... I'd like to at least see what you;re doing with your floor.<br />I'm in about the same boat...
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    Hey, BUBBAKAT--- a cuddy in Tennesee>>>>>>

    http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=31271&item=2440952836 <br /><br />2 days to go, and the bidding is low so far.
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    what about building engine box and rear interior?- pics working!

    my subject pretty well addresses my question.<br /><br /> If the image shows up--- this rear area that's getting a total overhaul. I know what I'm going to do with it. <br />However, first this stuff all comes out, then the floor (and the mysteries below) gets redone, only once all thats...
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    volvo penta / chevy 350 -convert points to electronic?

    I would think this is an obvious upgrade. WHat about a GM HDI from a junk yard<br />(the one with the coil in the distributor cap?). Or if new, what? An Accell kit from an<br />auto performance catalog?<br /><br />Opinions? Remarks?<br /><br />Also, in my newly purchase Clymer manual, it says...
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    Hey, Northern Eclipse ---

    You mentioned a relative had pulled the floor on his Sea Ray. Can you offer any insights as to what sort of construction he ran into?<br />Was the decking well attatched to the stringers? what supported the decking as it met the hull?<br />Did they remove all the old foam?<br /><br />Yeah, I...
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    '77 Sea Ray SRV220-- laminate on hatch covers + building engine box.

    As some of you from the boat ??? forum know, I just aquired a 22 ft Sea Ray. It has set out in the weather for some time.<br /><br />The two peices that are part of the windshield walkthru and cuddy access are pretty funky. I think these are not the original pieces but I dunno. The sellor...
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    replacing soggy indoor carpet- astroturf or vinyl? Half n Half?

    What about fake grass around the helm and seating, but easy clean vinyl at the rear (anticipating fish goo)
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    Sea Ray SRV220 - 1977 -Reputation? Remarks?- I got it!! Picking up on Saturday.

    All ready thinking hard about upgrading to another boat. I like the size and looks of the Sea Ray<br />and I've found one (250 miles away) for $5k, with nearly new Volvo Penta engine and outdrive.<br /><br />I know the engine is a 350 w/4bbl. Know nothing about outdrive. 40 hours on new engine...
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    BTW- an unusual boat I saw this last weekend

    http://www.yachtandcrew.com/Gallery_files/tatoosh.htm <br /><br /> http://www.ibiza-spotlight.com/net-news/tatoosh_020808_i.htm <br /><br /> http://www.juneauempire.com/images/082703/yacht.jpg <br /><br />I saw this rig... I was no more than a half mile from it when<br />it motored up the river...
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    cannon balls vs bank sinkers

    what is the advantage or specific use for the bank sinkers? I see they are a little cheaper but I am curious what their specific use is?
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    WOT RPM- 2nd guessing my mechanic + 12x19 prop. ????next???

    My boat is an 18 1/2 ft Manatee. I've been told it's heavy. The engine is a rebuilt Merc 115 o/b with about 25 hours on it now. I put most of that time on the engine varying the rpm as instructed<br />but without the benefit of a tachometer. Now that the tach is there, I read WOT is 4600 rpm. I...
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    Pacific Striped Bass... how/when/where do I target these?

    I am new to the area here, and even newer as a boat owner and fisherman. Reading the Oregon fishing regulations I saw Striped Bass listed, with a minimum size of 36". Now that's sounds intriguing.<br /><br />Again how/when/where? My boat is only 18.5 ft so I don't see going 10 miles offshore...
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    frozen herring turns to mush when thawed

    Twice recently, I have purchased frozen herring for bait, only to find they turn soft-<br /> almost like they've been cooked- when they thaw.<br />I'm guessing they're not very fresh by the time they were frozen. Has anyone<br /> else run into this? They sure don't last very well on the hook. If...
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    hey, washington- oregon. Multnomah Channel?

    Any one here ever fish the Multnomah channel. I'm told there's small mouth bass, catfish and even pike/waleyes in there.<br /><br />Anyone got any comments on where? Especially for the catfish. I have lots of advice for the bass, but the info on catfish is pretty vague, and the walleyes are just...
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    boat insurance- what's covered?

    I know there was a recent post about who to go with, but my question is just what sort of coverage is expected?<br /><br />Is it "full coverage"... crash theft or fire and they'll cover it? (allegedly)<br /><br />I have contacted my agent and they say they are prepared to offer a quote as soon...
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    thx for the advice- I bought an Eagle

    I checked this forum last nite to see what commentary I could find.<br />Walmart is my best local retailer for fish finders. The one local marine store only carries high<br />end stuff. It's a 45 minute drive into the city for a broader selection.<br /><br />My choices boiled down to Eagle or...
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    convert solid two peice windshield to three piece walkthru. Practical?

    My windshield has two fixed halves with framework in the center... I'm hoping it is practical to<br />change this to an opening walkthru style. <br /><br />Is this do-able?
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    newby's Labor Day weekend Adventure

    I read Drive Camps post anticipating the weekend, and others posted there that they had similar plans.<br />Well lemme share my weekend of boating.<br /><br />First.. I signed on here a few weeks ago after buying a 19ft Manatee, with a 70 HP Merc... all '78 vintage. The motor did run fine, but...
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    guage install on fiberglass dash - FYI to DIY

    Merc90HPnewbie for one was wondering about installing his temp and water pressure guages on his fiberglass dash. Others probably have faced the same challenge. - use a high speed router. Some call it a cutout tool. It's bigger than a dremel tool and runs at about 20,000 RPM.<br /><br />It's a...
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