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Rawleigh

I splashed last Thursday, then flopped on Friday when I burned a hole in the top of a piston in my 440's. I tried to run too hard to a boat on fire with last years gas. I knew it was a risk . . . Oh well, at least I tried! First lesson in emergency rescue: don't break your boat trying to get there, ...

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But no "Lobsters".

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UV: Sorry about the weather, but I am glad you are back having fun at your old stomping grounds! Congratulations from the Shrimp Pimp!

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I saw her last night wihile at the Rappahannock River Yacht Club for a DU Sponsor dinner. She looks great. I can't wait to see it with the windshield on it. It will really be the crowning touch! Congratulations!

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You might want to keep it all bronze so you don't run into a galvanic corrosion issue. Also it is easier to work with. A quick soak in 50/50 muriatic acid/water bath will clean up your old parts - just don't overdo it.

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I've had them for 6 years and wouldn't use anything else. I inspect them occassionally and that is it. The boat stays in the water all year round, and in the Spring when I dewinterize the bilge is dry!!

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Mike: I have a wiring diagram for my '66 if you want it. Send me your email.

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Sorry, I actually have Exide Orbital gel cell batteries.

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True, but I have had my Xantex and the same Optima gel cell batteries for 6 years and they are still going strong. I'm going to replace the batteries this year as a precaution, but I recommend the charger if you can keep it dry.

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Glad it worked for you Scott.

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I only go to yards that allow me to do my own work and allow me to brin gin my own workers! I know they are hard to find now.

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My best friend had one of them and he loved it. He sold it and now I have to listen to him cry about missing it all the time. It was a well built boat, but had some peculiarities. It needed to run faster than the gas would allow to get the best ride though.

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I added the wedge type Groco strainers with the perforated stainless steel plate, not the slots. Since I already had the Groco internal strainers I left them in place out of an abundace of caution. I havewn't seen anything in them in two years.

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I had fun fishing with Don last year! He is a funny guy. Tell him hello for me.

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Mike: I'd like to try 5 gallons. Is it KOH or lye based? sounds like good stuff.

Rawleigh

How much does your boat/trailer combo weigh? My 2006 F250 diesel crewcab weighs an honest 8000lbs with full fuel and driver. That only leaves 15,500 trailer an payload weight. The only diff in towing capacity for the normal 350 vs 250 is the 350 has greater axle weight which allows greater pin/tongu...

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PVC board is his favorite, but I'll let him tell you about it.

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"Continually improving . . ." yea, I bet!! Interesting story though. All of the private guys around here with the big flat bed goosenecks haul loads that are over the CGVW of their 1 ton trucks, and say that DOT doesn't bother them as lonf as the truck and trailer are licensed for the weight. Same s...

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They did it to avoid the "Gurney bubble" or whatever they called it.

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My check went in the mail today Fred. Thanks.

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Blue should not be on a boat - except maybe a blowboat. bad luck.

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I did some diving on one that had been converted to a yacht once about 25 years ago. (Damn, I must be getting old!) The jet drives had been replaced with outdrives and they had managed to find a nice length of rope with one.

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It is a cheap beer usually sold at low end convenience stores!! (Sorry Vic, I couldn't help myself!) Actually I think he is looking for a patrol boat like in Apocalypse Now. Uniflite built a lot of them. Water jet powered with diesel engines. I hear they were great in shallow water. Bruce, check Boa...

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WOW!!!!

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Hmm, South American religious broadcasts . . . not sure I can live without that option!!!

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Wow! That is a neat offer Dug! I can't wait to see some of your work! Speaking of parts, what ever happened to the Chrysler parts? Not that I am in any rush at all, but thought I would just check on them.

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Good one Thudd!!!

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Sweet Bob!!

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Great news JP! I bet she looks great running!

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Good to hear Mikey! You the man! Don't find much good stuff that close to home.

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Hear, hear!! I'll second that.

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UV: I was suprised to see that offshore too. Not a good omen. Cross your fingers and toes!!

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1 long sleeve & 1 short sleeve XL

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I just put all quick connects on mine. makes it much easier being able to disconnect my two hoses from the pump and from each other, as wellas removing the handle and wand. I also got a second handle without a wand. It is extremely handy in tight areas such as bilges. I have quick connect nozzles th...

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Vince: How much?

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You will love that Honda engine Vic! I like to buy American when I can, but they have a better mousetrap.

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UV: My Honda 5 hp crankede right up after sitting for two years! None of my other single cylinders will do that! Don't know what you problem is. Try starting it without the aitfilter in place. They seem touchy about running lean.

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I'm out Dug, sorry.

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You are ahead of me! I'm still waiting on a time slot for haul out.

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Once you get them running you might want to convert to electronic ignition. I never have much luck with points!

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Ted: Keep soaking them with CX. It works well over a couple of days. Use an impact wrench on the plugs if you can get it on them. Otherwise put pressure on them with the breaker bar and a piece of cheater pipe if there is room. Hold the pressure on them for about 30 sec. They should break loose. Hea...

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Ted: If we sound a little adamant it is just because we have all been down that road at one point or another and know the problems and pitfall. We aren't trying to beat up on you, we just don't want you to throw away good money. Cheers.

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At least pull them and give them a proper rebuild. I know its expensive and time consuming, but it can save your life.

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I hear ya' Walter. I use ablative paint and I want it on good and thick.

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It must be too much sun . . .

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Hey Alex. Sorry I didn't put two and two together as to who you were. Is the boat still in Callao? Maybe it won't be so rough this year off Smith Point. Chris called tonight, but I haven't been able to get back with him yet.

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Steve: The market sucks right now. Feul prices are really having an effect i guess.

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Could be. If I were you I would replace the gate valves with ball valves ASAP.

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Cool, but not necessary. Keep a chartbook with you to review as you are approaching inlets, etc. Check the refresh rate. When running course up, the faster the refresh the better. I am also on the Chesapeake, on the Rappahannock River. I use Petit Ultima SR ablative bottom paint. $220/gal at West Ma...

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