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Plastic is the ONLY way to go for that option.

Trust me.

Metal leaves black streaks. Its amazing how few streaks occur when you switch to the plastic with the stainless cap rail.

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This spring a broker friend of mine told me he had sold a late 90's 48' Hatteras in really nice shape for under $100,000. After my jaw hit the floor, I asked why. He said that it was just stupid expensive to run. To go to Block Island and back cost nearly $1000 in fuel, not to mention dockage etc. I...

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I like the look of the boats with no bowrail. That being said I cannot imagine a time where I will own a boat without one.

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LOL! Stuart!

I'll keep everyone posted. Its good stuff. Its not 100% brand new, but its good never the less.

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Bob,

Here you go. All done!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Dodge-Power-Wag ... ars_Trucks

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Cool! Good to know!

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Cool. Good!

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As many of you know I am tackling a good sized project with Alchemy this winter at Brewer Street Boatworks in Newport. Part of that will result in me replacing the hard top I have and most if not all of my electronics. I will list on the swap and sell board, I promise, but I wanted to give as much n...

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Many years ago I had almost all of my chrome parts re-chromed by Dave Mitchell at American Electro plating. I may be doing a few again this winter. Just curious if anyone has used him recently and if he is still rockin and rolling in the chrome biz? I plan to call him when I get closer, but wanted t...

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The website is still active actually. They were based in New Bedford.

I didn't know they were gone. I love the knobs for the throttles!

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Russ,

You can order Tip Top straight from Tip Top. They are great.

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There is a 9' Whaler for sale near my house. No engine. Who was looking?

I can email you info if you want.

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Mike,

I see a FLIR this winter, no doubt. I spend more time running at night than I want to. I think it prudent.

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The bad news is that on the way back from Watch Hill, RI on Saturday pm, in the dark, I nailed the Stonington Point nav mark, which is a jr version of a red nun. Its made of metal, is painted green and red, and I didn't see it at all. The brand new paint job has its first scratch and then some. The ...

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Scott, that is a very good question.

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Cory, thanks for posting. You have helped to remind all of us why we did this whacky think called buy a boat and dig in. Hats off to you, and good luck!!!!!!! We are here to share in that experience if you want us too and to offer help if you ask. That being said, enjoy every second of your time loo...

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It does. And I appreciate that a huge amount. I feel the same way about mine, and have since I bought her. I have had a smattering of other boats but Alchemy has been my constant. First, anything I can do to help, please ask. I share your appreciation of the boat and have been through much of what y...

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Rocket and Carl give DAMNED GOOD ADVICE. I've owned Alchemy for pushing 17 years now. She and I have been through a lot together. I wanted a project and 17 years later I've still got one, though she has transformed from a hobby to work. And I still do it, but its work. Youth has its benefits, but do...

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I don't know... Ive been through about 4 women during time I've had the boat now that I think about it. Ones I was solid with at one time or another. Boat is still here... And I have had the boat over 15 years. I am now showing my age. Wow. So from where I stand, Mike is right. And I have a perspect...

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I was actually serious about Canadian. It was the accent that gave it away, not the way they ran the boat. From what I saw anyway.

It wasn't actually an insult! :)

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Busted a weld or three.

Clearly they are Canadians. ;)

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I bought a sheet of plastic, doesn't need to be the EZ2CY, but that works well, and make myself a new set ever year or two. They age on my boat, because I use a cover for the cockpit to protect my teak. I've been using those strips on my rail for a few years now. I first saw them on Vikings, and I l...

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Flitz!

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I am wrestling with the shoe thing. I have never fished with less than Crocs (ugly shoes, but effective on a boat...) and the captain/owner of the 45' Viking instituted a new rule during the tri-state tournament, that no shoes on the boat. That with a cockpit full of hooks. Overnight we bailed and p...

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Fantastic!!!! I am really loving all these job pictures! Your boat, Jimmy's, and Old Sport! Really cool! I would love to see pictures of your finished interior if you are taking requests! I remember you were moving the head forward and I thought that was a really cool idea. Also, how did you do your...

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Mike,

Gimme a bit of time, and maybe a couple dimensions like how long you want the wrench etc. and I might be able to have the guys downstairs cut one out of some nice hard tool steel with our wire edm.

Those guys can make anything. We have some really talented and amazing toolmakers...

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Wow!!!!

Beautiful!!!! I'd love to talk with you about your side windows as well!!!! She looks spectacular!!!!

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I have a friend that boat would be perfect for. I have been trying to get him to go for it for a couple months. He is a contractor and most of his work is accessed by boat. Year round. Its perfect. But he promised his wife he would only own 2 boats at a time, and he already has 2. Too bad they don't...

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Pete, would you want to consider finding a good set of take out 454's and having them gone through and rebuilt etc. over the winter and keeping them at the ready to switch out should you need to? It might be a good idea if the money is reasonable. That way you can deal with this at your own pace and...

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Holy crap thats awesome!!!!

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Pete, Sorry to hear about your challenge. I had the same when I had to bite the bullet. Honestly, diesel is not a requirement, especially if you don't run long hours or head to the canyon. Gas is a perfectly fine solution. Nothing wrong with gas engines. I echo the sound advice others have offered h...

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Congrats my friends. That is a truly impressive and enviable record.

I look up to you with respect and admiration!

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Thats what I'm thinking!

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Pat,

A good friend of mine is the new owner of Irish Wake. I am excited for him!

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Dick,

She went to a good home. She will live on. And she will be loved and well taken care of.

Come to Greenport!

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How about this?

http://m.yachtworld.com/mobile/boats/19 ... ted-States

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Looks like I can get over for the day on Sat and would love to join for dinner. I believe I will be bringing a guest.

I will touch base with the marina to ensure I can park for the day. Anything else I need to know?

Lookin' forward to seeing everyone!

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What about a 36' Express? I know this one has volvo's but is close! http://www.yachtworld.com/boats/1998/Bertram-Express-Moppie-2654101/Cape-May/NJ/United-States Or this one? http://www.yachtworld.com/boats/2000/Bertram-Moppie-Express-2687379/Dania-Beach/FL/United-States She has cummins! I think the...

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Pete, I'm glad you found a buyer. Its a relief I am sure. That being said, I get your glumness about it.

I am going to choose to believe that this time the surgery will go well. And you will be back at it in no time.

Take care my friend,

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Tony, I have pics from about 10 years ago, on paper. Not electronically...

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Ain't that the truth buddy!!!! But Kerri seemed pretty level headed about it. I just wanted her to see a beautiful interior with a glassed windshield so she could see the possibilities. No doubt Stanton really innovated with that interior, and its still beautiful!

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I ran into Stanton Terranova yesterday and his wife on board Charisma. Ok, I chased them up and down the Mystic river, but I did catch them and got to say hi. I don't think I have seen them since the big Montauk rendezvous, and it was great to say hi. He is doing well, and they were just out enjoyin...

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Sad. Viking makes a hell of a boat. I fish a 45' and its a tank. Not a shake, shimmy or other issue. Yeah, its a boat, its not perfect, and the biggest issue right now are 1st generation Glendenning electronic engine controls which SUCK, but otherwise its a hell of a machine. I can only imagine the ...

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Strangely I have also read that it can be greatly reduced by Acne meds that contain benzoil peroxide. It is a mold in the material and there is little one can do to prevent it. So go by your Oxy! Be a teenager again!

:)

good luck!

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Glad you guys made it through with no damage to speak of. Here in CT its just breezy and windy. My buddy Mike wants to go offshore fishing tomorrow. We shall see. :)

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John (Whaler),
Give me a ring. You owe me one anyway. ;)

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Damn dude. Wow.

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Giff, sorry my friend. Good luck with all you tackle on those topics. Funny story. My dad's car is in the shop. He is driving my mom's second car, one he bought her for her 60th bday. Its a bright red VW bug convertible. With the flower in the dash. I had to drop the big pick up truck to get a side ...

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Steve, That totally sucks. Now to get the post back on track... Here in Worcester, we have theft issues with scrap metal. Surprise surprise. What is actually as surprise is that they are taking ferrous metal now, not just non-ferrous. Be that as it may, we are looking at many options. The first was ...

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Brew, you got an ear here if you need it. Either on the board or on my phone. You have done the same for me. Don't forget that my bud. You are a good dad. To the best of your ability don't let it eat you. You can fish with any and all of us, get together with any and all of us anytime, so take me up...

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