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What Did You Do For Your Whaler Today?
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| bob camire |
Posted on 09/17/14 - 5:46 PM
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it s always very interesting for me personally to see how involved u guys will get in restoring and working on your rigs. chuba, thats quite an undertaking..good for you, very impressive..and ritzy.. i agree , its therapeutic for me to work on my boat..isnt it great to have such a hobby..thanks all for chiming in..
i busted my butt today taking all the upholstery off and my wonderful wife cleaned those while I started cleaning up the hull and transom..also i found that starbrite non skid deck cleaner works great..
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| jbrc124racing |
Posted on 09/18/14 - 5:01 AM
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Today's plans... Sand nonskid and fill more holes!
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| ernest brooks |
Posted on 09/19/14 - 11:54 AM
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Finished fiberglassing the rigging tunnel in place on my 1979 sport/custom 15 footer. All that's left is the sprue hole in the bow locker.
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| BillDemers |
Posted on 09/20/14 - 6:23 PM
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Well it's been awhile, but I purchased a couple new deep cycle batteries and a wireless remote for the bow mounted power guide Minn kota. It works terrific.
BillD
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| bob camire |
Posted on 09/22/14 - 2:36 PM
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Fall maintenance..got right into the 4 stroke..cam belt tightened, found another internal zinc to replace, filters, oil and filter chg, prop service, gotta drain lowerend, however, looks good as is..gotta thoroughly clean bilge float..was an issue this summer...havin' some fun
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| blacksmithdog |
Posted on 09/24/14 - 2:46 AM
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My 24 gallon Moeller on the Montauk 170 was leaking out of the top. I replaced the gasket where the gauge is, but that didn't help, so I bought the new 22 gallon Moeller made for the Montuak 170. It arrived yesterday. I pulled the old tank out. I need to fill in some holes and re-locate the brackets where the straps will be. The new tank fits under the seat a lot better. Ought to have it done by this weekend.
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| jamesgt727 |
Posted on 09/24/14 - 6:11 AM
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I looked at it, in the garage under the cover, gonna fire the lil B up this weekend and raise some hockey sticks. Time for a detail.
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| HappyIdiot |
Posted on 09/24/14 - 7:38 AM
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I got the trailer and boat registered. I'm going to take her out tonight. The first time in the water in over 4 years. Wish me luck.
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| EJO |
Posted on 09/24/14 - 9:16 AM
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Installed 2 spring line or center fender cleats in the gunwale of the 2008 Montauk 150 yesterday. Turned out nice and just 15 minuted for each. Drilling the 7/8" hole and the 2 screw holes each.
I know I'll like it.
See bad picturesa (I had to take them under the cover this morning so "blind" taking. I'll take a picture this weekend while boating showing a better view.
http://wilsonbrinker.com/wp-content/u...Cleat2.jpg
http://wilsonbrinker.com/wp-content/u...Cleat1.jpg
Edited by EJO on 09/24/14 - 9:19 AM
Skipper E-J
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| eroch79 |
Posted on 09/25/14 - 10:31 PM
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Put on new stainless steel bow light, chock and cleat pin on my 1972 16. About wore all the chrome off the old bronze one. Also added Mariner ProSport 8 2 bank battery charger, the previous one died, but it was still under warranty and Mariner replaced it.
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| mfontaine2008 |
Posted on 09/27/14 - 10:51 PM
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I ordered a bow cushion for my wife and dog to curl up on :)
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| Jay Fitz |
Posted on 09/28/14 - 7:47 AM
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mfontaine2008 wrote:
I ordered a bow cushion for my wife and dog to curl up on :)
I added one to my Montauk at the beginning of the season and my wife and kids love it...
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| dougt |
Posted on 09/28/14 - 3:16 PM
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Went to East Fork Lake, Ohio looking at Fall colors.
https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=...mp;theater
Doug
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| Perry Vayo |
Posted on 09/30/14 - 2:29 PM
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Finally found a used gas tank mat for it. The color is different, but, at least I have it. Maybe I will paint it. I also finished installing the new rub rail, just in time for the shrink wrap guys to wrap it up tomorrow! What a shame.
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| dougt |
Posted on 10/08/14 - 6:57 PM
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Got my Blue Sea Fuse Block in today.
http://www.amazon.com/Blue-Sea-System...fuse+block
Bought some 10/2 wire to go from the battery to fuse block on the back side of the console. 30amp inline fuse, heat shrink connections with some liquid tape.
After installing the fuse block, I was able to install a 12V power outlet (cigarette lighter style) and move my GPS off the battery terminals and onto the fuse block.
I just glued some 3/4" painted plywood to the inside of the console to mount fuse block and power supply. Wired tied everything up neatly and looks good. Nice to clean up the wiring at the battery a little.
With wire, connectors, fuses, etc. probably around $60
Doug
Edited by dougt on 10/08/14 - 6:58 PM
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| ritzyrags |
Posted on 10/10/14 - 10:51 PM
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Gave a clinic on wet sanding.
400 grit to the inner top side going clockwise from Starboard to Port and getting special attention to the top cap section.
Good thing will reside in the fact that once the work moves toward completion my patience will be armed and ready to tackle scrubbing my driveway with a toothbrush and feeling fully confident and trained for the detail.
Edited by ritzyrags on 10/10/14 - 10:52 PM
Dont lie
Dont Cheat
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| Tom C2 |
Posted on 10/11/14 - 8:33 AM
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Yesterday I put my 15 SS project in the water for a first time. This boat had not been run in over four years. The motor ran smooth at all speeds. I had raised it two holes. Had a little glitch with the steering which will be next weeks project. Philpott Lake was beautiful as the fall colors are starting to show. 1988 15 SS with 60 HP Johnson
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| HappyIdiot |
Posted on 10/12/14 - 5:23 PM
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Congrats Tom!!
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| bob camire |
Posted on 10/24/14 - 2:04 PM
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get a little split of bubbly and break it on the bow !! congrats too
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| bob camire |
Posted on 10/24/14 - 2:07 PM
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finally repaired my bilge hatch hinge correctly..using aluminum and ss hardware..im getting the hang of this oceangoer..happy fall..i gotta find a way to take this rig to the carolinas where its nicer now
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