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UV, I'd take it back after first trying to resolve it over the phone. Try it again and see if you can speak to a qualified guy. My Karcher 5 HP Honda pressure washer works fine. They however warn you to run the water first before you attempt to start it. I don't know why, some type of interlock mayb...

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le3, I would first tell them what you have and see if they will cover it under warranty. If not you just have to trace the wiring. It is pretty simple. 12 Volts to gauge and sender only when the ignition is on or in the run position. Sender fuel stick wiper wire to gauge and sender and gauge have a ...

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We sure got all kinds down here for sure! Weirdos, crooks and bandits like the warm weather too! Dave K

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I use Sea Tow and have had to call them twice on my present 31. Both times to tow me just up my channel and canal. One engine steering doesn't work to well trying to make 90 degree turns at idle speed! It works for me. I also had to use them on my 25B 50 miles offshore too once. My steering helm uni...

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Super Bruce. I was sure keeping my fingers crossed for Gerry! I can't wait to see another pristine 31. Makes me want to hide but I like fishing too much. Gerry, Are you going to pick it up on the east coast and sail her to Duck Key? I'll be on VHF and SSB all the way down. I got 4 guys now that are ...

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Wow! In my backyard too! Dave K

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Sounds good to me Doug! Dave K

Dave Kosh R.I.P.

I have never seen a stainless tower on any boat here in Ft. Myers Beach. All towers are aluminum for the aforesaid reasons. Powder coating would hold up better than the paint. Awlgrip would be my choice paint for that if you had to paint it but try to get it powder coated if you can. Dave K

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Wow ! You got a heck of a woman there! Dave K

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I put mine under the starboard gunnel on a shelf. Dry area and works fine for years. Dave K

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Dan,
Try Charmens website. That's where I got my information and it worked swell. Look under bleeding instructions etc.
http://charment.com/ Dave K

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All the above comments where on the money. Ion build up was occurring which precedes a lightning strike. On my 25 B I would get that quite often offshore but luckily nothing ever happened. On my 31B I have the VHF and SSB antennas mounted on the Tuna tower and so far have never had that problem. You...

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No problem with that tactic at all. In fact the terrorists seem to understand that language very well. Dave K

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John F. , Most Hydraulic stores make them for you in the blue jacket hose that will last the life of your engine. I had some made about 60-70 bucks. I believe in that ballpark. Goodyear hose store did not do it but call anyway . It may be different in your area Dave K

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Thanks Ed. I'l give it a shot. I've been using liquid lemon furniture oil (Formsby"s) and it lasts only about a month. Dave K

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John, I used some Plasteak as trim around the salon door entrance. It does not look real to me and I will probably not use that product again. No maintenance however. I like that part. Zero Cavity's looks better than the Plasteak. Dave K

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DQ, My first instinct would be to ask a tank pro in fiberglass. Call Richard Kidd at Bertram then any fiberglass tank manufacturer should be able to give a good honest opinion on that one. My gut feeling is if it's flaking you would want to remove it and re coat the tank with vinyl ester or somethin...

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Rick, You might want to take it to a local speedometer shop. They may be able to do it as they work on tachs also. Dave K

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I mix my own but it may take 3-4 times to get the right tint. So the best method is to buy it premixed if you can as refered here. Dave K

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We like Key West a lot for many reasons. We usually stay in Cudjoe Key which is a short drive to Key West 18 miles. We have also stayed in downtown Key West but parking is a problem if you want your car right at your place. We lucked out last time and parked in front of the hotel .It is a lot more e...

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Well looks like my blood clot is pretty much gone. They still have me on blood thinners (Warifin) but I can walk now without pain. Just got my portable pump off my side today for my 4th chemo treatment . Whew! So I'm a little under the weather now but in a week to 10 days I should be right back in t...

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Walter good luck with the hip relacement surgery. They sure do miracles for people with them. Hope everything goes well so you can be back in your 31 in no time. Dave K

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Hello Faithful, Capt Dave here. Well I have good news and bad news. Cancer is going away last time they checked but still one or two more treatments yet. Bad news is the Phlibitis I have turned into a massive blood clot. So naturally like most times things happen on a Friday late when my doctor and ...

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On Fla's GulF Coast From south to north that I know of: 1)Zero Cavity' Naples 2) Can Do It -Ft. Myers Beach 3) Unknown 31-Ft Myers Beach 4) Under Renovation- 31 in Bonita Springs 5) 31 In Venice 6) 31 in Bradenton 7) Tex Mex , St Pete and a host of other 31's unkown names and owners up the west coas...

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Novus works well. I also use Meguirs clear platic cleaner and it works as well as far I can see. Then apply Rejex for a shinny clear view. Dave K

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Kevin did you paint your boat out of the water or in the water? Dave K

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Don't have one but use the head sink all the time. Galley sink with the head sink would be a waste in my opinion but it's all personel preference.
Dave K

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Thanks Mike. Tain't easy but I'm doing it. Dave K

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It's progressing Roland but this chemo is rough. Beats the alternative.
My second round just ended today but the effects are felt about a good week after the fact. Got a terrible taste from I think the anti-nausia medication. Later faithful. Dave K

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www.lewismarine.com Dave K

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Faithful one of my good fishing buddies is going to Honolulu for a convention and will have time to fish. Any good recomendations for a good charter. He likes big fish but is also happy with good size Snappper too. Blue water is his favortite though. Any help? Dave K

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I am using the Bertram replacement deck and am quite pleased with it. It is 1 " thick and foam filled closed cell. They did use a little Balsa all along the peimeter about 3-4" for securing I imagine. Other than that is all closed cell. Out of a mold three peice and beautiful complete with walk way ...

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Faithful, I go in for round two of my Chemo treatments tomorrow Friday Feb 2. The Chemo injection via my chest metaport will last for 5 days. One day with a regular (C something I can't spell) and then they put a portable pump on me and alow the FU5(stong nasty stuff) to meter slowly for 5 days via ...

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Good work Bruce ! Dave K

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Faithful, What a truly genuine group of real human beings we have here. My wife Marsha and I thank you for you kind thoughts and prayers which are mighty powerful. I have 4 more Chemo treatments to go begining next week. They are giving me a double whamy (two different kinds) lasting for 5 days via ...

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Yea Tom. just make sure you use the heavy duty 3M vinyl adhesive otherwise it will fall off from the heat. Also on the soundown most people do not know that you can buyit a little cheaper from Lewis Marine Supply. It is manufactured under the name of Southern Marine Products. That is what Bertram us...

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Are they white or Green "Glow lights"?. Guessing they are just white being round. But hey light at night be it white or green attracts bait and fish. I use a green glow light now and love it. Nice work on the lights. Hope it's easy to replace a lamp. Dave K

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Thanks Bruce. Just what the Doctor ordered. Dave K

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Bruce , I developed a leak in my port transmission oiler cooler (MG-502 TD)2-1. Going to buy a Lenco replacement with better alloy inner sleeve. Just flushing the tansmission with Kerosene or Mineral Spirits then filling with new 30 weight non detergent oil. Is that OK or is it necessary to dissasse...

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Me too. I'm a coming your way. Dave K

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Beats the buggy ride in Key West Bruce. Wife and I always just shake our head at some of the human sights down there. Glad you had a good time . Come and see us if your over our way. CUL Capt. Happy Pants!
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I'm using the large set offered by Harbor Feight Tools . Works well for me however I don't use them on any regular basis. Beat beats paying Sears price too by 6 times. Dave K

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Yes Red for sure but no lights is better for most runs. USN uses all red lights for night running in birthing compartments etc. All submarines use red for night running so you don't fall on your can and still retain some vision for darkness. I'm thinking about running with IR goggles. Any of the fai...

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Vic's right on. Fresh is the key and bleed em good right away but they are pretty low on the scale. Last time I trolled for Tuna and took a trolling pro to rig my outriggers up we caught 5 Bonito for every Blackfin Tuna. They threw them all back. Last trip I told them save the Bar Jack's (Lesser Amb...

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Congratulations Kevin. Now your going to get hooked. You know you live in an area that is polluted with Sails so this is just the begining. Intereseting only in 100 feet. That's a good sign, Seen a 65 Bertram coming in past the Shrimp boats Sunday from another all nighter (We knocked them dead) and ...

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Kevin, That's fantastic and a goal which most of us will,never achieve. What HP Styers do you have? Oh yes on one of my Keys runs (By my truck) I'll stop by and say hello. We go down to Key West, Cudjoe a few times a year. I never fished recently there because of the of the "Honey Do factor" . You g...

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Definitely higher maintenance. Dave K

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Barnicle Bill, Well a couple things. Don't assume anything here. First there are pluses and minus . Plus being it's pretty difficult if not impossible to duplicate the finish of the Bertram or Glass Tech or Whitaker cockpits. Check on shipping costs. You can do a better job in terms of weight and se...

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Congratulations Your Honor. Glad to see some good folks get back in. Been a tough one here. Dave K

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Don't feel bad . I am an absolute expert of "many wrong choices" and a permanent pupil in the "School of Hard Knox" Dave K

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