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What Did You Do For Your Whaler Today?
BillDemers	#141  Posted on 07/31/13 - 6:00 PM
Member Posts: 146 Comments: 0 Joined: 08/12/12	well its been a slow first whaler season , took it out maybe 1/2 dozen times with my two boys. managed to get the engine raised to the third hole ( now at 43 mph) , new main battery, new bearing buddies and cleaned and greased trailer bearings, couple of rough gelcoat repairs. to much work on the house and that has to stop. BillD 1999 Dauntless 18' - 135 Mercury Optimax
Silentpardner	#142  Posted on 07/31/13 - 7:36 PM
Member Personal Page Posts: 593 Comments: 1 Joined: 06/12/11	I made sure my Whaler 27 will NEVER get lost! Both my Whalers will know where they are at all times:) Purchased and had shipped the last 2 components of my upgraded electronics, one more Garmin 6212 MFD and a XM radio module. I am removing the 2 outdated Lowrance MFD's, a Simrad autopilot, Icom radio, and Raymarine dome radar system with a separate display on the helm. The replacement system is the 2 Garmin 6212's side by side with a Vision chip in one of them. Only one Vision chip is required, as both chartplotters can use it over the network. Next is the GSD 26 CHIRP sounder with an Airmar TM 265 LH CHIRP transducer. A GMR™ 404 xHD Open Array Radar, GHP™ 10 Marine Autopilot System, VHF-200 Radio and the XM weather module will complete the networked package. Will be using the NMEA 2000 network to have all components working together. I had some of this installed on the Outrage 18 before the refit, but it was just too much for the small engine electrical system. This package should make a really nice setup for Offshore in the Gulf Of Mexico. The Outrage 18 got a new GPSMAP 741xs CHIRP unit with a CHIRP transducer for it also. I think this will be enough on this boat. I purchased a new Yamaha F-115 and a Yamaha 9.9 HT with power tilt for the Outrage, and I think the more minimal electronics will be adequate for my use of this boat. The 741xs just hit the market and I got one of the very first ones out. It has a 7" touch screen. The limited small engine charging system should be able to support the electrical drain with this setup easily. I also got another VHF-200 radio for this boat, and it will also be NMEA 2000 networked with the GPS/Sounder. This package should make a nice setup for the inland lakes and coastal areas where it will be used. So, wherever my Whalers go, they will not be lost, they should always know right where they are!
msd58	#143  Posted on 08/01/13 - 10:09 AM
Member Personal Page Posts: 115 Comments: 9 Joined: 04/08/06	Added my semi custom rod holders. Design taken from plans from Boston Whaler original drawings: http://oi44.tinypic.com/9rhisg.jpg9rhisg.jpg
huckelberry145	#144  Posted on 09/04/13 - 8:42 AM
Member Posts: 401 Comments: 3 Joined: 03/10/12	I moved the trolling motor battery to port, bought new 8/2 battery cable to wire it all in. This was a must do because with me, the console, cooler seat, battery, and fuel cell all on that side the boat listed slightly to starboard. I Fixed screw holes where said battery was. I also had to rewire and repair the bow light and while I had the rubrail off, I fixed where it was pulling loose in a couple of spots. I also turned the console switch panel over so my knee doesn't bump the navigation light switch every time I stand up at the helm and turn them on. I think I used a yard of solder and shrink tube on that project. Finally I mounted the fire extinguisher under the console in a better place than it was. One of those why didn't I think of this before moments. I think today needs to be a "Whaler Wednesday" to see how the refit works out.
VA Whaler	#145  Posted on 09/04/13 - 11:19 AM
Member Personal Page Posts: 335 Comments: 0 Joined: 04/25/13	I was able to get the 1990 225 HP Yamaha on my 1980 22' Revenge to run on the water hose a couple weekends ago. I picked up the boat in March and it has not been run in 4-5 years so I feel pretty good about salvaging the old motor. Now I need to replace the transom drain and make sure all the screw holes from old depth/fish finder brackets are sealed up. After that I'll be ready to test her out on the lake.
BillDemers	#146  Posted on 09/04/13 - 6:35 PM
Member Posts: 146 Comments: 0 Joined: 08/12/12	Got the Big John downrigger working. had to take it apart clean the motor brushes and com. Fresh grease in the gear housing and a new spring release. Ready to slay some salmon and trout. And a new pole for my lead core trolling set-up BillD 1999 Dauntless 18' - 135 Mercury Optimax
bob camire	#147  Posted on 09/09/13 - 5:29 PM
Member Posts: 255 Comments: 4 Joined: 08/10/12	reached my hands down in the cold atlantic water to scrape off sea buildup on the 2 scuppers..then took her for a 2 hour cruise down the coast and backwas nice and flat so i could tach 4 to 5 k sweet..wont be long before boating withdrawals set in.. 2006 Dauntless 160, 115 HP Merc 4 Stroke, 2012 Venture Trailer
Harry R	#148  Posted on 09/09/13 - 7:00 PM
Member Posts: 12 Comments: 0 Joined: 02/08/13	just started the resto on the steering on my 1965 sport. the bezel was painted black like the rest of the boat all the chrome was peeling and discovered that it is brass. don't know wether to polish the brass or re chrome. but im getting closer. at least that's what I keep telling myself. EDIT: Added the full 4 digit year instead of an abbreviation. Edited by Joe Kriz on 09/09/13 - 7:33 PM 1965 Sport 13'
huckelberry145	#149  Posted on 09/25/13 - 9:12 AM
Member Posts: 401 Comments: 3 Joined: 03/10/12	Well after pulling the power head off my 1999 70hp Yamaha to install an OEM trim switch and repainted my trim motor housing, I found a broke leaf spring on the left side of my trailer. I just learned that leaf springs are special order for shoreland'r trailers. They are open end slipper springs that are shorter than what the local trailer shop has in stock. But, in the process of all this, I got a keel roller mount for the stern. That will make me feel better about this bunk only trailer.
huckelberry145	#150  Posted on 10/16/13 - 9:49 PM
Member Posts: 401 Comments: 3 Joined: 03/10/12	Well I was at it again today on the boat. I finally installed a tachometer in the dash. I was using an old discarded Yamaha tach when I was searching for the right prop earlier this year and I have been wanting to make a permanent installation since.
bob camire	#151  Posted on 10/19/13 - 8:15 PM
Member Posts: 255 Comments: 4 Joined: 08/10/12	got into the inner zinc anodes in the engine while winterizing..never been in there before..they were very deteriorated..had to bust them out..local shop ordered me a pair..27 bux each..guess theyll save the internals on the engine.. 2006 Dauntless 160, 115 HP Merc 4 Stroke, 2012 Venture Trailer
huckelberry145	#152  Posted on 01/22/14 - 3:45 PM
Member Posts: 401 Comments: 3 Joined: 03/10/12	I installed a no feedback steering helm last week on my 15' and today my Ritchie compass came in the mail. It looks good on the console. I hope to never need it but it still looks cool. I just hope my windshield comes from Upd plastics soon.
jamesgt727	#153  Posted on 01/23/14 - 5:43 AM
Member Personal Page Project Albums Posts: 360 Comments: 0 Joined: 01/17/11	re-varnished and fixed some damage on the old mahogany rub rail, its been a month long process...
CES	#154  Posted on 01/23/14 - 7:17 AM
Member Personal Page Photo Albums Project Albums Posts: 2681 Comments: 7 Joined: 04/27/07	So far I took some things out of our 13 and put them away in their proper location.... Inflated the trailer tires and lubed the steering cable. Our whaler is pretty low maintenance. Cliff 1966 13' Sport with a 1993 40hp Yamaha 2 Smoker
gmarktho	#155  Posted on 01/23/14 - 8:00 AM
Member Posts: 3 Comments: 0 Joined: 01/11/14	In the process of ordering red rub rail from Twin Cities Marine and trying to stay warm!!!
SeaLevel	#156  Posted on 01/24/14 - 4:25 AM
Member Personal Page Posts: 193 Comments: 0 Joined: 05/03/09	Three new matching fenders. The old ones were found at flea markets. Served the purpose but had no class "It's just a forty eight year old Whaler but it's all mine" Joseph R Palmieri
blacksmithdog	#157  Posted on 01/24/14 - 4:55 AM
Member Personal Page Posts: 417 Comments: 0 Joined: 06/26/06	I built this boat shed for my Montauk 170: http://i473.photobucket.com/albums/rr...4bcef2.jpg
gchuba	#158  Posted on 01/24/14 - 6:05 PM
Member Posts: 1675 Comments: 0 Joined: 03/31/13	I cleaned and cleaned and cleaned. When I thought I was finished, I cleaned some more. My poor girl had "sand in the pants ((fuel tank)". Cleaned the tank and removed the deck cover over the fish locker. I think I heard the boat say thanks. What I thought was a compromised deck for the fish locker was old leaves over thirty five years in the seam. Some one left the drain plug in too long over several seasons and leaves collected. That old boat stood the test of time and deserves cleaning. She weathered it well. Garris
bob camire	#159  Posted on 02/01/14 - 7:01 AM
Member Posts: 255 Comments: 4 Joined: 08/10/12	Blacksmithdod, what are the dimensions of your new shed ? Nice job, i may just build one too ..tks 2006 Dauntless 160, 115 HP Merc 4 Stroke, 2012 Venture Trailer
blacksmithdog	#160  Posted on 02/03/14 - 4:58 AM
Member Personal Page Posts: 417 Comments: 0 Joined: 06/26/06	bob camire wrote: Blacksmithdod, what are the dimensions of your new shed ? Nice job, i may just build one too ..tks It's 12' wide between the posts, 20' long with a 1' overhang on both ends. Contact me offline if you want more specifics.