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Jim » 18 Jun 2008, 09:23
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This is the running list of the current Sponsors. Help support TinBoats.net by supporting these guys first if you are shopping for similar products....
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Post a Pic of your boat!
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Jim » 19 Mar 2007, 14:23
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Who cares if its a tin canoe or a jon ar a bass boat, Let's see a nice shot!
I will start! The day I took her home!
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My new rig! Almost to nice for me lol.
Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk
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09 Oct 2019, 20:44
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*****HOW MUCH FOAM DO I NEED*****
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Jim » 25 Apr 2012, 15:05
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Thanks to Brine for the Link! :beer:
This is a guide for foam in a boat. This is Federal law for boat builders. For those that think that they want...
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Along with total amount of foam needed for flotation, I just figured out how much Total Boat pour foam to use per rib on each side for when I pour it...
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Last post by Pector55
03 Oct 2019, 13:04
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Decking-When and when not to.
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ben2go » 19 Jun 2009, 01:54
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I am posting this from experiences I have had.I have been boating since I was in my early teens and fishing since I could hold a fishing pole.I used...
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I am planning on removing the middle seat in my new purchase and laying a lower deck, basically just a floor in the middle section. Structurally what...
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Last post by WestTXFishing
28 Jun 2018, 12:18
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everything steelflex
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TTSam » 05 Jan 2010, 18:12
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I just got off the phone with Fasco. Spoke with a nice lady but could not really understand her nor could she really help me. She gave me an email to...
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I'd use the G-Flex 650, only $20 for a 2-part 4-ounce (each bottle) kit around here (Nor'East US). You will only be mixing a capfull of each to do a...
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Last post by DaleH
10 Aug 2017, 14:31
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CAUTION - using Boiled Linseed Oil or BLO - FIRE danger!
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DaleH » 26 Oct 2016, 12:37
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See:
Be AWARE that when rags soaked w/ boiled linseed oil can start a fire due to spontaneous combustion. This ain't bull crap or an urban legend...
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Lucky you. Did a smoke detector go off, or did you just notice it?
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Last post by richg99
22 Jun 2017, 19:22
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UPDATE: This could be coming to your state soon
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Keystone » 01 Sep 2014, 22:58
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I'm all for not spreading Invasive species but this a load of BS. IMO anything like this should be part of the boat registration. Mandating that...
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I just learned today that a number of counties in California have implemented a real time tracking system for boats. What little I know is that once...
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Your opinions?
Boat makes around Waco, TX
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shemstreet » 05 Oct 2019, 06:39
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If starting new with a 16' boat, either utility V or jon, what are your thoughts on these manufacturers for ride and durability? Does hull thickness...
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Negative.
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Last post by turbotodd
14 Oct 2019, 22:14
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fuel tank
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tasthree » 07 Oct 2019, 14:15
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Fuel tank questions I couldn't find answers to in a search. I have a Bluskies 3 gal tank I got with a motor I bought for my last boat. I have a...
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A good EPA tank will vent when pressure exceeds I think 6 psi? I can't remember...but we had to test a slew of them a while back as part of a recall....
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Last post by turbotodd
14 Oct 2019, 22:10
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Roll and Tip- what am I doing wrong
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tloc1000 » 12 Oct 2019, 10:24
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I'm using Rustolium topside paint over self etching primer. I've sanded the primer with 200 sandpaper. When I roll and tip. There are still brush...
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I waited until the boat was shaded to put on a second coat. It worked better.
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14 Oct 2019, 17:03
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It's not tin, but it is interesting
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richg99 » 12 Oct 2019, 04:31
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Wood, Cellulose 3D-printed 25-foot boat in Maine.
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I saw the same thing. I figured maybe the Navy needs a heavy boat (why I don't know) or maybe just a side effect of the new technology. Still, pretty...
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Last post by LDUBS
13 Oct 2019, 19:49
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1987 Lund Tyee 5.5 Restoration
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red91sit » 07 Oct 2019, 22:21
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Hey y'all,
I used to have an old mid '60's tri-hull, and drove it all along the Mississippi. Being fiber glass and wood (and 50 years old) it was...
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Knock test for transom rot is a good one. Also if it doesn't flex when you tilt the motor, that is also a good sign.
Are you still in the Mississipi...
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Last post by CedarRiverScooter
12 Oct 2019, 20:14
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Sea Nymph Bass Attacker or Bass Tracker Pro 17
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BlackXStarXWelding » 11 Oct 2019, 10:10
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Hi everyone, new member here, thanks for the add! Looking for some advice on buying my first aluminum bass boat. I’m an avid fisherman, but I’m...
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What I look at is which brand will sell best in my area when I get ready to let it go.
It is Tracker in my state...
The two best days to own a...
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Last post by Riverman
12 Oct 2019, 18:50
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Console
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Riverman » 07 Oct 2019, 18:55
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If i were to buy a 1648 aluminum boat.... (to save money now) could I add a console and steering wheel later?
Yes, I know about the upgraded motor...
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I bought my used control from Ebay and then found a new wiring harness and new cables from Ebay as well. Used wiring can be a real crap shoot so I...
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Last post by JL8Jeff
10 Oct 2019, 10:39
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Reinstalling seats?
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JRZorn » 03 Sep 2019, 20:12
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I recently purchased a mirrocraft, I believe an 84, with the seats removed. Is there a way to go about adding the benches back in. The HIN is...
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In progress pictures...
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Last post by JRZorn
09 Oct 2019, 22:51
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Hello
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chadzeilenga » 22 Jun 2016, 09:45
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Hi all,
Just wanted to introduce myself. I'm in the process of transferring my grandfathers aluminum 1972 Sears 14' boat to my name. It was my...
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Brass is terribly reactive with aluminum. You want bronze.
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Last post by MrGiggles
09 Oct 2019, 09:12
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Custom Aluminum Fuel Tank???
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Xaero » 04 Oct 2019, 19:06
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I need help locating the type of gas tank in the picture below. Currently I have a plastic tank that is in the middle of my boat that I trip over all...
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Would also be nice to know how big a tank you are looking for.......
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Last post by Pappy
08 Oct 2019, 11:45
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seat base? steel or aluminum
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ruffhunter » 26 Sep 2019, 00:46
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Does aluminum or steel matter for seat bases on aluminum boat? If I get a threaded version can I use a regular pin style in it as well? Just looking...
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thanks
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Last post by ruffhunter
07 Oct 2019, 12:19
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Best way to clean water film off motor?
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cricketchaser » 05 Oct 2019, 20:19
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My black motor slowly starts turning gray from the water. What is the best way to clean this?
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CLR.
Use CLR to remove all water spots, rinse well, then use a good marine wax. Then buy some boat bling hot sauce . It smells like vinegar and wax....
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Last post by Riverdog
06 Oct 2019, 11:58
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In boat rod holders/storage?
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bikerider » 01 Oct 2019, 13:52
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What have you all done for in boat rod storage/holders? I have a mostly open shallow semi v aluminum 12 ft and have a few ideas but would really like...
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Has anybody mounted the rod rod holders flat to the bench seats?
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Last post by bikerider
05 Oct 2019, 14:51
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adding sponsons to hull? NOT pods, might be crazy...
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Whitson Metalworks » 21 May 2013, 20:47
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I have a 15' fisher marine I'm building into a simple center console. I've always wondered about and searched for info on the addition of sponsons to...
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I'm on my 4th hull revision on my Jetjon. So my advice is to just buy a boat that does what you want. When you modify it, there are surprises, some...
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Last post by CedarRiverScooter
04 Oct 2019, 18:45
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STARCRAFT SERIAL NUMBERS
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satx78247 » 21 Nov 2017, 17:58
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Friends,
Do any of you KNOW if the 1st two digits in STARCRAFT boat serial numbers are the year model??
I found a STARCRAFT boat serial number:...
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Great point Rich, but recall that is a 1975 plate.
Per USCG: “As of December 1, 2011 the United States Coast Guard’s calculated vessel capacity has...
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Last post by DaleH
03 Oct 2019, 19:37
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Sizing a Trolling Motor
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maintenanceguy » 25 Jul 2019, 18:03
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I have a 17' aluminum jon boat and I'm looking for a bow mount trolling motor. The heaviest my boat will ever be fully loaded is under 1,500 lbs. I'm...
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Does your outboard not have a pull start too? Seems like most have a pull rope under the cowl in case of emergencies.
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Last post by onthewater102
03 Oct 2019, 10:43
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Boat ID help
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jacktheclipper » 28 Sep 2019, 07:52
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Hello all !
I have spent many hours trying to find out the manufacturer of my old Sears 11' 6 X 48 semi-V .(1956)
I run a Merc 9.9 on her and she...
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Yeah man , thanks .
It may be an unpopular opinion , but I am leaving the patina as it is .
Back in '04 , Hurricane Charlie blew a tree down across...
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Last post by jacktheclipper
02 Oct 2019, 23:07
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question about gluvit, pleeease
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gwar822 » 02 Oct 2019, 13:16
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i applied gluvit to the inside of my boats seems / rivets. the pics dont show the gluvit that well but its there its slightly yellowish / clear
now...
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I'd leave it as is, since you will paint it. A set/cured 'fluid film' bond is stronger than mucking it up.
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Last post by DaleH
02 Oct 2019, 20:58
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Center of gravity
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Slimcowboy1978 » 17 Sep 2019, 01:07
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want to know how to find the center of balance of my hull for designing my new deck system. Below is my prototype decking on my 12' Valco, which is...
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The only 3/4 ply is on the transom, the rest is roughly 3/8 ply. But in reality doesnt matter because im taking it all out over the winter to remake...
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Last post by Slimcowboy1978
02 Oct 2019, 20:10
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New to boats- picked up a 10' jon boat
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SomethingIsFishy » 21 Sep 2019, 20:37
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Been thinking about getting a boat for a while, finally found a good deal at the same time I had extra cash in my pocket...
The boat...
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use some regular jb weld!
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Last post by gwar822
02 Oct 2019, 12:46
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12' V Hull, What make/ model is this?
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samuelh1987 » 23 Sep 2019, 11:34
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This was my great uncle's fishing boat and has been passed on to me. Unfortunately, He became ill and has been put into assisted living, and my dad...
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It took a week and a few visits to the county clerks office, but, I was able to get the old boat registered. KY has implemented a new boating...
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Last post by samuelh1987
02 Oct 2019, 10:58
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Brands Using Foam Blocks Rather than Sprayed Foam?
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Bluega » 22 Sep 2019, 22:41
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I've been reading about how foam blocks tend to hold up much better than sprayed foam (possibly because the blocks come from precisely climate...
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Not sure what advantage you are looking for, both will displace water and float, the only disadvantage I can see is the blocks are usually made from...
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Last post by surfman
02 Oct 2019, 07:22
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Lumber type for Jon boat
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Aeoutdoors » 29 Sep 2019, 23:08
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Recently found out that pressure treated lumber reacts to aluminum and low an behold that’s what I have. Being a metal guy I have no clue about...
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For plywood you will want to use and exterior grade plywood, It should be stamped on the board. Some plywood is made for furniture and cabinet, it is...
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Last post by surfman
02 Oct 2019, 07:16
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Question regarding below freezing operation
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woody1 » 26 Sep 2019, 14:59
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Is there anything I need to do differently when running my outboard at below freezing temps? Any difference if running 2 or 4 stroke? I have both but...
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The best thing about freezing temps is no boat needed to fish!...
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30 Sep 2019, 14:01
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