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Yep, been there done that, full throttle to reverse. Engine shut down. I cursed a blue streak. It was a bachelor party, and a combo poker run/scavenger hunt. One of the boats broke down, and I was a dumbass and offered to use Alchemy. So it was me with my twin 240's vs a 39' intrepid with triple 250...

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Timmy is doing well. He has just changed hobbies. He is a lifelong bird shooter, and has decided his time etc., is better spent training hunting dogs, and playing with really nice guns instead of pissing money into the hole in the (now) ground known as the Tubb. For now anyway... I am sure he says h...

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I think the video did it finally. Looks like Dad and I are going to book a trip. Initial stages as of now, but I am pretty excited at the prospect.

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Heck yes! They played a brilliant and well played game. Way to go Saints!

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I'm with Walter. My 31 Alchemy has helped me keep my sanity through many challenges during the past 12 plus years. Wow, has it been that long? And when I have children, I can't wait to share the joy she brings to me with them. I love hanging on her, swimming off her, fishing with her, and sharing al...

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I like the woody wax. Wipe on, wipe off. Simple easy and lasts a long time.

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Gif, I have a GPS 76, and a model 12 from Garmin. The 12 is so simple it is stupid! I love it. When the day comes that it dies, I will give it a proper burial, not throw it in the trash. Very easy to use. I also have the Navionics app on my iPhone and it is the bees knees! (sorry, heard that in a re...

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It hit a high of 31 today here, and was something like 17 on Saturday. Had snow on the ground since November, and it isn't really supposed to break freezing all week.

Spring... ya.

But I am glad you guys are enjoying it!

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Oops. Just saw the words Fire Pit. Yes, perfect for that!!!!!! And you are right about the smell. Dad has an xmas tree farm. I know it is a long drive, but you can have all the trees you want... :)

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I just had an fireplace insert inserted today. Sorry, had to say it that way, if for no one else, I chuckle... Anyway, I have pallets coming out of my figurative ears, and am eager to fire them up. They are often stunning hardwood. Mahogony, maple, oak. they burn hot, but fast. Randall, that is some...

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I agree! This will be another great one!!!!

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Oh heck yes! Alchemy is in! I mean going. Not in the water. Not this time of year!

And Charlie! I love the new name!

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Global warming is the general shift of weather patterns and overall average. We sure as hell are having an enduring cold snap, no matter how you cut it! I am having a fireplace insert installed Friday. Can't come soon enough. The heating bill for my house was $500 for the last whopper of a delivery....

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I am laughing so hard I can hardly stay on my chair. Amazing. See, I tell Liz what is going on. She may not always have full say, but I keep her in the loop. Courtesy in my mind, unless I know she will be so psyched I can't contain her. Then I let her be surprised. Wow. Awesome. Just awesome! Dug

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With Crash valves, winterizing is easy as heck! I just change the valves, and drop the intakes into a 6 gallon bucket, filled with anti freeze juice. Sucks it down, blows out the ass end of the boat, and all done.

How do I know I am done?

Bucket is almost empty.

Damned straight.

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I shrink wrap and think it is the way to go for me. I have a teak deck, and to leave that exposed over the winter, well, it ain't gonna happen. I do leave my hatches open along with all other stuff throughout the boat if I can. I take off all cushions, towels, etc. and crack the fridge door. I open ...

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Vic, best place to look for water is around the through hull drain at the transom. If you are putting this type of well deserved work into this awesome boat, check the brass through hull drain tubes. All the through hulls on Whalers have them. They get eaten away over time. That is often where the m...

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Here is all I can say. First of all, EVERYTHING that Raybo has said so far, has proven to be true. When he described the extent of the damage, the pictures proved it out. I personally think he has no incentive to argue or lie about anything on this topic at this point. I ain't arguing with him. He a...

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Here is the kicker...

Speedliner $400.

Line-x $865.

I am always the first to understand that you get what you pay for, but...that is a big difference.

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Thanks guys. Much appreciated!

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I know most here have trucks. Kinda required given our hobby!

Taking delivery of a new one today, and we are going to give it a spray in bed liner.

Speedliner or Line-x.

Any opinions?

No, no Rhino Liner. Been there, didn't like it. Dealer sucks.

Thanks in advance!!!!!

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I vote for Newport. I can see if they have space, but I will say that under normal circumstances one needs to make reservations with them over a year in advance. Given the economy, perhaps we might be able to be a bit more successful with such "short" notice. That being said, I thought there were ma...

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Yeah, I've seen that too. My old yard had a lobster boat come in with a big hole in the bow. seems the guy was heading out of the Thames River in New London, on auto pilot, with a charter on board. The boat drove into a channel marker. Got over to Noank Village Boatyard and yanked it as she sank. UV...

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Oh come on Bob, you loved every drop!

Including when you dropped into your v-berth for some mid-summer slumber!

Next summer you won't combine all substances, and you will be fine! Clearly you and Patron are made for each other!!!!

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John, thanks for the compliment!

Coolair, what is your email?

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Tommy I am with you 100%. Three years ago I hit a submerged tree. It hit only my running gear. It did significant damage and ended my season early. It was easily a few feet longer than 11' as it was definately wider than my boat. And it was at least 1.5' thick. I wish I had had a camera on board. At...

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I guess I know what it is like for some of the other team fans. The Saints played a beautiful game and from the first half example, the Pats left any semblance of a defense back in Foxboro. That being said, I guess it must be true that the Saints and the Colts must be cheating... They just can't be ...

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Charlie,

I'm done also as of today.

List of projects has yet to be determined...

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Bob, I do my own oil and zinc changes on my Yanmar 240's. I draw the line there. My guys (Bayside Diesel in Mystic) are fantastic. They tell me what I can handle and what I can't, because they know me. I participated in the re-power pretty deeply, and earned their trust. I trust them, they admit whe...

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Why is it that anyone ever rescued from a sinking, if a life raft was involved is described as "clinging" to a life raft.

Does anyone get in the life raft anymore?

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It really comes down to the best service vendor in your area. They are all good engines. But where you get your service will last much longer than the sale. Can you trust them? Will they do what they say and stand behind it? Will they return your phone calls? Are they good people? That will define y...

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Thanks Patrick.

It has been amazing.

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Randall,

I must join in with your other friends to wish you a happy birthday. I hope it is a sign of many more to come!

Take care and enjoy. I know you will!!!!

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Jack,

That SSI Bruce posted on Ebay is a heck of a deal. You will love that cooler! The cushion alone is worth the price!

go buy that and don't look back!!!!!

But John is right. Don't drag it if you don't have to.

Seriously, go buy that SSI on Ebay!!!!!!!!!!

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Call SSI and ask if they have any returns. I bought one at Defender in the warehouse closeout and got very lucky. I always thought they were expensive, but I will tell you, it is the best cooler I ever have had.

Just an awesome box.

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Mikey, I wasn't blind. I know your post.

This catalog was all shelters, and nothing but shelters.

I actually have both, as I recieved the first one the same time you did!

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I just recieved a catalog from a company called Clear Span, and it is a division of Tek Supply. Www.teksupply.com Tons of shelters in almost any configuration imaginable...

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I would say not! Particularly with the likes of Brewster, Bob Lico, and Thudd around... :)

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Randall,

Celtics...

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Right, and they scored 59-0 this past weekend this year. They are 4-2 this year. and they played pretty damned well last year with a back up quarterback. Bruce, they are the real deal. The "spygate" was 3 years ago. In the past... All teams were warned multiple times. The Patriots were turned in by ...

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Bruce, you gotta give them more than that.

5 touchdowns in one quarter is a new NFL record, for the entire existence of the league. Period.

No, the Titans did not bring thier a game. Actually should probably not have shown up at all. But still...

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Funny this comes up! I discovered the evidence of intruders last weekend. What a friggin mess. Just glad it didn't eat the cushions or take a dump in the v-berth. I closed the door and windows and boxed up the food in a plastic locked box. I will head down in the am, and give it a check out. They se...

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Woke up this morning and took the dog for a walk in the snow. Yup, you read that right... And it does not look like a very promising weather weekend for the worlds largest rowing regatta. Head of the Charles is in Boston. Oh well, I will endure! :) That being said, it is definately not looking very ...

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I love my Porter Cable, don't get me wrong! It is my second one, and the first gave me years of good service! The particular unit I have was less than ideal compared to the Festool when I had to hold it over my head for extended amounts of time! There is no perfect sander for that... In my humble op...

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A good solid happy happy for Mr. Lico!

Hope it is a spectacular day for you!

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I bought a Festool last spring. Light and powerful. I love my Porter Cable but it was heavy...

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I couldn't put them on due to too much stuff on my transom already. Between the underwater lights, exhaust and swim platform, it was a no go.

I didn't want them for low speed use, so I really don't know...

Sorry!

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The Volvo tabs are great, and don't stick off the transom.

FYI, a good option.

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I wouldn't touch 4bta's with a rented...well, you know. Don't count out the Yanmars. There are many here who have them (including me) and have not been disappointed. I just did a trip to East Atlantis, from Noank, CT which was 125 miles each way and I burned 175 gallons. Tough to top that. Cummins 6...

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Harry,

Sorry to be late to the party. I feel compelled to share my marine plumbing knowledge.

It is short and simple.

Always cut the top of the hose, not the bottom...

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