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  1. Buddychrist

    The Trapping Hunt

    So after seeing a black cat eat my catfood, attempt maul my kitten and attack my two larger cats I decided to do something about it. After sitting in my thinking chair for a few minutes I decided on one of my Raccoon traps properly placed and baited with cat food. I placed my three cats on the...
  2. Buddychrist

    10/22 project

    Well after I skipped my Birthday and Father's Day because of being so low on money because of my medical bills I started selling what was left of my jet ski parts. After selling $900 in parts I put the money in the bank and set out to do something for myself for once. It had to be very cheap and...
  3. Buddychrist

    My discography and a word from the wise

    This morning I set out to the doctors office to have my spinal injections that is my last step to be set up for surgery to fix my lumbar discs injury. After doing the laundry list called paperwork I was then called back to have my vitals taken which was fun at first because the woman although...
  4. Buddychrist

    Rocket stove!

    Well guys I've been holding off on posting it hoping to finish it before I post but y'all have been messaging me up the wall asking for it so here it is! First I cut the section of large pipe for my outer body and cut a hole to fit my inner tube induction port. Then I cut and shaped my L tube...
  5. Buddychrist

    Starr Custom knives

    I haven't finished my forge or got an anvil yet but before I do I figured I should post on here and see who will be interested in a hand forged knife. It's going to be either leather wrapped or para cord wrapped handle or wood if requested and possibly hard gritted plastic handle for saltwater...
  6. Buddychrist

    Post your best bait

    Pretty simple just post a photo of your best bait, that is getting the best action, the fish that are biting on it, the time that you use it (dawn, noon, dusk, night, etc...), the depth it normally runs well, and the price. My morning and late afternoon bass lure with a shallow drop that treads...
  7. Buddychrist

    2004 mercury 25hp 2 stroke choke?

    Does anyone know how the manual choke is installed? the previous owner removed the turn choke and put it as a pull choke with a wire. Its rigged now but i cannot figure out how this stupid thing works. Ive got all the parts but when i put it together it just doesn't work. When you turn it to...
  8. Buddychrist

    25hp merc conversion to remote

    1025201CD is the serial number I was just wondering if anyone knows what it would take to convert from tiller to remote steering? I really would like to have it converted because of my spinal injury it's really hard for me to have my arm behind my back. Also does this motor have reverse...
  9. Buddychrist

    Post your truck

    I want to see what people are using to tow these awesome tin boats! Post a photo along with any funny stories or history behind your boat towing machine! My truck is a 1993 Dodge D250 Cummins 12 valve diesel. My dad bought the truck when I was 3 years old and I'll never forget my 16th birthday...
  10. Buddychrist

    How to chicken fry bacon (with pics)

    What you will need: Deep fryer with vegetable oil (I chose my fry daddy) Eggs All purpose flower And of course Bacon!!! While your deep fryer is warming up wisk your eggs thoroughly Then dip your bacon in the eggs Then toss your bacon in flour Now that your cooking oil is heated to temp...
  11. Buddychrist

    How to fix a leak with Alcoa Aluminum Gutter Seal

    What you will need: Alcoa Aluminum Gutter Seal Paper Towels Wire Brush Sand Paper 60 grit Propane torch First you make sure you boat is level (it does not have to be perfect just close) Then you locate the hole as for me it is a pin hole literally Then after drying majority of any water...
  12. Buddychrist

    Busted bolt

    Hey guys do you have any advice on removing a broken bolt? The previous owner didn't tell me about it and now I'm left to fix it. I already know about easy out so that's already on the table, it's currently soaking in Silikroil so thats done too. But drilling that thing out is being more than...
  13. Buddychrist

    How to properly set a trailer and load a boat

    Because of a request I am posting how my boats are set to get proper centering every time. I have never kept rollers because I just flat out don't like them I manage to do better with the regular bunks and some PVC guides Both have carpeted bunks and I load them both very similar, the Jon...
  14. Buddychrist

    2004 mercury 25hp

    Ok guys here is my problem. The co-pilot does not work at all and is making it hard to keep it steady and in a straight line on plane. Is it easy to access the friction plate for replacement? Im having a hard time finding a website that shows how it's done. I've tried turning the lever to...
  15. Buddychrist

    Anyone around Gainesville FL?

    Looking for a few guys to load up our boats and hit the lakes
  16. Buddychrist

    Easy homemade anchor

    I had someone ask why I needed cement for my boat and here is the answer. It is going to be a two part series since I didn't finish tonight. Have you ever had an anchor get stuck under a log and you just can't dislodge it or you struggle to pull it up and have to pry the log loose? Then this...
  17. Buddychrist

    Has it ever been done?

    This is just out of curiosity but has anyone here ever thought about putting rib collars on a v-hull Jon boat? It would extremely increase the flotation on the rare case of an overturn but for me it would increase the stability. I've got a bad back so I'm not exactly a ninja...
  18. Buddychrist

    Top speed!!!

    Alright guys here's the test! I'm looking to see who is pulling the top speed. Even if you aren't going to be the fastest post your speed and rig anyways! Maximum hp 25 sorry guys but those 115's are in a whole new league. No prizes just for fun! This is a learning environment to see what...
  19. Buddychrist

    Fishing gear

    Hey guys if you have any gear that you are just gonna chunk please send it my way! I don't have any $$$ but it would be much appreciated! I'm looking from anything on seat mounts, seats, rod holders, literally anything! The only thing I got with the boat was a motor, gas tank, and an oar. PM...
  20. Buddychrist

    Something new

    What you will need: 1) Thick cut bacon 2) Eggs 3) All purpose flour 4) deep frier Take your eggs and place them in a bowl whisking until completely mixed, place your all purpose flower with a slight pinch of salt into a bowl. Place the bacon in the egg bowl covering completely, toss around egg...
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