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I am getting to know my recently purchased 2002 Lund and really enjoying it. My transom plug has the release knob on the interior but the access is blocked by the battery and gas tank. I did finally reach in and it seems the release knob has been removed. The only way to get rid of water is...

I just purchased a 2002 Lund 1650 Rebel SS. My friend who sold it to me usually fished alone and never installed any on-deck rod holders. There is plenty of rod storage in one of the boxes. I am planning to install one "rocket launcher" on the side of the console and it holds 3 rods. I would...

I just bought a boat from a friend. It is a 16' Lund w/side console and a 50 hp Honda 4 stroke. It does not have a transom saver. My buddy says he always trailered it with the motor in the up position. I have heard opinions that trailering is best with the motor down. Can forum folks tell...

We are installing an anchormate on our 14' jon boat. What anchor line is best for use with a 10# anchor? We use the boat almost exclusively on lakes.

I have an older Polarcraft jon boat. I power with a small outboard but use my wooden oars a lot to troll or just maneuver. The fittings on the boat are too big for my oarlocks and they really squeek when I row. Is there an easy solution for this? I am thinking of wrapping black electricians...

I have an older 14' Polarcraft (aluminum) jon boat. I want to paint it. I remember reading on Tinboats about a good paint for this job. I even think Cabelas sold it. Can anyone recommend a paint for this job? Thanks

I am in the decision stages of our next boat and have focused down to 2 makes/models. One is the Lund SSV and the other is the Crestliner Sportsman 1650. Both have similar floor layouts that we want and other features in common. Do any forum folks have opinion on these boats? thanks.

I just moved to Madison WI and want to spend time on the local and state waters. I have owned several aluminum boats and have liked each of them for various reasons. I intend to purchase my next boat this winter or spring. It will be aluminum and used (probably). I will use it for fishing and...

I bought a set of new oars to have in my small jon boat. I figured to use them if I had motor problems or if I needed them to maneuver when I am fishing. I have hardly used them. They are 2 years old and in like-new condition. I just noticed yesterday that the blade on the one oar has started...

I recently bought a used 8 hp Johnson outboard and plastic fuel tank. Both are in nice condition but I just noticed that the fuel tank has no air vent. What's up with that? Should I be concerned or is there some way the tank is vented? Any ideas are appreciated.

I just bought a 1990 Starcraft 14' open boat with bench seats. I would like to install wood floors between the bench seats to make it quieter when moving around and less hazardous for walking in it. I am thinking the flooring would be plywood and also portable, so I can remove them when I want...

I have an older 14' Polarcraft jon boat that is in good shape with no leaks. I used "gluvit" last year on the bottom and lower sides and that really sealed things up great. I am thinking of painting it to get a newer look. Do any Tinboat foprum folks have suggestions? Thanks

I have an early 90's 14' Lund Rebel Pike. The previous owner left it uncovered outdoors with the transom plug in.....no kidding. I got a great deal on it because I had to do a lot of work on it. I have replaced the floor/carpeting/elec/hoses and it looks great. I am very happy with it. While...

I am beginning to plan for my next boat. I am usually alone when I fish and need a boat that is not too heavy. I presently have a 14' Lund pike with full floor, bass pedestals, live well etc. It is a great boat but I think I want something with bench seats which will eliminate the weight of...

I recently bought a nice older Polarkraft, wide, deep and stable. I took it out today for the first time on a local lake. It went really nice and is as stable as I had hoped, letting me stand up and cast with no problem. The boat did take on too much water for comfort. I think the transom...

I just bought an older 14' Polarkraft (model 1442) and want to have oars for the oarlocks, just in case. How do I decide which length of oars to buy? (I am thinking 6'6" or 7') Thanks

I have the chance to buy a 1980's Polar Kraft S1444 aluminum jon boat at a sensible price. I am a big guy and need a stable wide boat for stand-up casting. Does anyone have an opinion on this boat or on Polar Kraft in general? Thanks.

My pedestal seats are very difficult to turn. I just shot some WD40 down in the turn area. Is that the only answer? Is there a better way to make them turn easier? I have a 14' Lund aluminum. Thanks.

I have gotten much good advice from the forum regarding the re-do on my 14' Lund. I got a really good deal on it because the owner had allowed the floor to hold water and rot. The carpet too had to go. Additionally they had rigged all kinds of crazy electric lines and connections. It was a...

I just finished an extensive overhaul of my 14' Lund - floor, carpet, electric etc. It looks great. I took it out on the water for the first time a few hours ago and after 5 minutes I noticed the water stream wasn't very strong. Shortly thereafter, there was no stream. I slowed down and got...