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by hauptjm
Fri Sep 30, 2022 10:22 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: A Boat for Lake Conroe in Texas and for a Garage
Replies: 7
Views: 3297

Re: A Boat for Lake Conroe in Texas and for a Garage

If the garage is a problem, there are alternative storage options available in the area. Example: https://www.lakeconroe.com/place/e-z-bo ... et-launch/
by hauptjm
Wed Apr 27, 2022 11:04 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Wasps
Replies: 7
Views: 1227

Re: Wasps

It seems we all have Wasp problems, regardless of climate. That is too bad, because they are quite painful with their sting. I have been stung more times than I care to remember, but other than the pain, I don't have any other effect from the sting. Some folks are allergic to bee stings and it can b...
by hauptjm
Fri Jan 14, 2022 3:02 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Jet Ski Dolly as Beach Trailer for SUPER SPORT 13
Replies: 6
Views: 1819

Re: Jet Ski Dolly as Beach Trailer for SUPER SPORT 13

Off loading is one thing, but getting the hull back onto that dolly is another. Judging from those tires, the dolly is likely to float which would make getting back onto the dolly almost impossible.
by hauptjm
Tue May 18, 2021 10:12 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: New 2021 220 Dauntless Information Sought
Replies: 15
Views: 8496

Re: New 2021 220 Dauntless Information Sought

The presenter, Marilyn DeMartini, makes a humorous gaff: she describes the reversible pilot seat as having "cantillated storage" as she demonstrates by opening the hatch covering the storage. You got me on this one. Maybe she meant canted? Not that “canted” is an accurate description of w...
by hauptjm
Wed May 12, 2021 11:55 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Evinrude Rumors
Replies: 29
Views: 13592

Re: Evinrude Rumors

Since the sub-topic of Lake Tahoe and E-TEC engines came up in this thread, I did a two-second google search and came up with the following regarding how detailed the Lake Tahoe folks are in what's allowed on their lake: https://www.trpa.org/programs/watercraft/
by hauptjm
Thu Mar 04, 2021 4:44 pm
Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
Topic: Shore Power when docked
Replies: 4
Views: 6981

Re: Shore Power when docked

If all you are concerned with is the battery power to the bilge pump, then skip shore power altogether and use a solar panel trickle charger on the battery. The cost have come down on solar panels and you can forget possible electrolysis problems from using shore power. Forgot to add: If you are goi...
by hauptjm
Thu Feb 11, 2021 3:14 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Mercury Verado 600-HP V12
Replies: 14
Views: 5009

Re: V-12 Mercury Verado 600 HP

These engines cost $77,000.00 MSRP. A quad setup costs $308,000 MSRP. If the engine were to run 15 to 25-percent of a new boat's cost, that means you have about $1.2 million to $2 million into a new boat purchase. I guess that sounds about right.
by hauptjm
Wed Oct 28, 2020 10:36 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Semiannual Yacht Migration
Replies: 4
Views: 1966

Re: Semiannual Yacht Migration

You can now purchase the Mary P for a mere $15 million

https://www.merlewood.com/luxury-yacht-for-sale-117649/mary-p-yacht
by hauptjm
Tue Sep 22, 2020 3:52 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Trailer Prices for 18-foot Boat
Replies: 14
Views: 5041

Re: Trailer Prices for 18-foot Boat

You are correct - the Turbo Lube hub kit runs about $150. My figure for $3,000 was all in including taxes - as was my figure in 2005. Adding to the comment of prices from 2005 to 2020, it's just about double in my area.
by hauptjm
Tue Sep 22, 2020 11:58 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Trailer Prices for 18-foot Boat
Replies: 14
Views: 5041

Re: Trailer Prices for 18-foot Boat

In my area--southeast Louisiana and Mississippi--an aluminum trailer with a 3,500-lbs galvanized torsion single axle, LED lamps, and 14-inch wheels built for an 18-foot boat can be purchased for $2,450. Add the option of oil bath hubs and you're right at $3,000. I bought this exact same trailer in 2...
by hauptjm
Fri Sep 18, 2020 5:39 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Boat Trailer Mileage
Replies: 2
Views: 1715

Boat Trailer Mileage

Another thread on the topic tire size and trailering miles made me pause and think about my own boat trailer, its setup, and how often I have used it over the 15 years I have owned the trailer. The setup: Sport Trail brand aluminum frame, torsion axle (single) with Turbo Lube hubs, with 14 inch tire...
by hauptjm
Wed Sep 16, 2020 11:45 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Really Big Sport Fisherman
Replies: 6
Views: 2614

Re: Really Big Sport Fisherman

Most of the money in those Big Game Fishing Tournaments are the wagers won in the Calcuttas. I should add: most Calcuttas are done in cash - no checks or credit cards accepted. It's not unusual for the bigger teams to bring $100,000.00 and more in cash in duffel bags to these tournaments. Really big...
by hauptjm
Thu Sep 10, 2020 1:15 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: 1978 SPORT 13 SOURPUSS
Replies: 13
Views: 4198

Re: 1978 SPORT 13 SOURPUSS

Hull: MaryKate or any hull cleaner with oxalic accid will clean that hull completely. It will also strip any and all wax off of the surface, so a good compound and wax will have the hull looking great. For the bottom it's a no-brainer: lightly sand and fair and replace the bottom paint with a good b...
by hauptjm
Wed Sep 09, 2020 11:26 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Labor Day Weekend Launch Ramp Stories
Replies: 9
Views: 3689

Re: Labor Day Weekend Launch Ramp Stories

Everyone has had some interesting stories at the boat launch over the years. I feel bad for the folks that have difficulty maneuvering trailers because they are under the watchful eye of spectators that probably are worse than the boater - you never see these critics backing up anything more than a ...
by hauptjm
Fri May 29, 2020 11:14 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: BRP Ending Production of Evinrude E-TEC
Replies: 58
Views: 23615

Re: BRP Ending Production of Evinrude E-TEC

With this announcement, BRP will be positioned to expand its presence in the pontoon and aluminum fishing markets through technologically advanced solutions. We will leverage our track record of ingenuity through our R&D resources to enhance the boating experience with unique new marine product...
by hauptjm
Fri Jan 10, 2020 2:25 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Boston Whaler Boat Show
Replies: 14
Views: 6234

Re: Boston Whaler Boat Show

I find this interesting based on my own experience when I rebuilt the decking in my Outrage 18. When I removed the deck (1985 Outrage 18) I made the decision to replace the internal fuel tank even though it had no apparent leaks. This was purely a convenience/cost consideration while the deck and co...
by hauptjm
Thu Oct 31, 2019 12:31 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: The Abel Buell Map of the United States
Replies: 6
Views: 4739

Re: The Abel Buell Map of the United States

I love looking at old maps. Here is the link to view the entire map on the ArcGIS viewer: https://www.arcgis.com/home/webmap/viewer.html?webmap=1892c872d14c4407957046b368b878ec In my location, what is interesting is the dimensional errors of Lake Pontchartrain. It is larger in area than Mobile Bay, ...
by hauptjm
Fri Jan 18, 2019 2:32 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Cost Comparison Yamaha and Suzuki Re-power
Replies: 12
Views: 7253

Re: Cost Comparison Yamaha and Suzuki Re-power

Very Fishy!

I just priced a Yamaha 300 XCA for $23,000.00 - all in. Full retail is in the $27,000-28,000 range.
by hauptjm
Tue Jan 15, 2019 12:16 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Winter Boat-dreaming About a New Boston Whaler
Replies: 15
Views: 9899

Re: Winter Boat-dreaming About a New Boston Whaler

I did my honeymoon on the SS Norway back in the 90's: great ship. Here's an interesting juxtaposition of new and old:

https://i.redd.it/kb2mq41iup511.jpg
by hauptjm
Fri Dec 21, 2018 9:53 am
Forum: GLOBAL NAVIGATION SATELLITE SYSTEMS
Topic: GPS III Scheduled for Launch December 2018
Replies: 16
Views: 20156

Re: GPS III Scheduled for Launch December 2018

Looks like they will try again tomorrow (12-22-2018) at 8:55am EST
by hauptjm
Tue Dec 18, 2018 10:34 am
Forum: GLOBAL NAVIGATION SATELLITE SYSTEMS
Topic: Regarding New GPS Satellite
Replies: 5
Views: 12536

Regarding New GPS Satellite

Jim, what does this all mean to a layman? The technical characteristics of GPS Block IIIA are: 1. L2C contains two distinct PRN sequences: 2. CM (for Civilian Moderate length code) is 10,230 bits in length, repeating every 20 milliseconds. 3. CL (for Civilian Long length code) is 767,250 bits, repea...
by hauptjm
Thu Dec 06, 2018 11:37 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Docking and Berthing
Replies: 4
Views: 3754

Re: Docking and Berthing

And a boat/ship/vessel is kept in its Berth at the Dock
by hauptjm
Wed Aug 22, 2018 3:17 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Large-HP Outboard Backorders
Replies: 14
Views: 8775

Re: Large-HP Outboard Backorders

Interesting thread. I assumed that this was something new with the 400 hp Yamaha engines. Based on what I'm seeing all over the internet, this has been the recommendation from Yamaha for quite a few years for their bigger motors. There are multiple reports by folks from 2007, 2008 etc. large HP Yama...
by hauptjm
Wed Jul 25, 2018 2:58 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: FL Keys Hotels, Marinas and Boat Ramps
Replies: 2
Views: 3057

Re: FL Keys Hotels, Marinas and Boat Ramps

I just got back from Islamorada. It can't be beat - truly a fishing mecca. We always stay at Cheeca Lodge. One of the finest in places in the Keys. http://www.cheeca.com
by hauptjm
Wed Jan 11, 2017 12:41 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Marine Sanitation
Replies: 18
Views: 12875

Re: Marine Sanitation

From the 2003 Boston Whaler Parts list for a 24 ft. Outrage (for thru-hull fittings):

Deck Plate, Waste SS ( I would assume Stainless Steel) - part #1109347
by hauptjm
Mon Jul 25, 2016 1:23 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: A "Whaler Fest" on Mobile Bay
Replies: 4
Views: 4028

Re: What a "Whaler Fest" on Mobile Bay yesterday...

Interestingly, I was at the Regatta this past weekend. It was the GYA Junior Lipton Regatta. I was out on my 1985 18 Outrage.
by hauptjm
Fri Jun 17, 2016 10:32 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: My Whaler History
Replies: 1
Views: 2389

Re: My Whaler History

Outside of the original purchaser that may have registered the boat with Whaler for the hull warranty, I don't see Boston Whaler having any information on succeeding owners. Registration is a State specific function that does not involve the manufacturer.
by hauptjm
Fri Jun 17, 2016 10:28 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Outrage 18 Sea Drive Blank
Replies: 12
Views: 15491

Re: Outrage 18 Sea Drive Blank

This is the GPS/Sonar model I use and it works perfectly: https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/on-the-water/fishfindergpscombos/echomap-chirp-55dv/prod529874.html#gallery-dialog I don't have the boat at my home to show you the placement, but the Transducer (quite sizable at roughly 8 inches long and 3 in...
by hauptjm
Thu Jun 16, 2016 11:41 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Outrage 18 Sea Drive Blank
Replies: 12
Views: 15491

Re: Outrage 18 Sea Drive Blank

Kevin, As far as stress, performance and transducer - none of these are problems with a bracket. I simply chose to go to the next level after a fixed bracket. I had the fixed bracket for 12 years and was very pleased. The Hydraulic Jack Plate does offer one other variable, and that is the vertical l...
by hauptjm
Wed Jun 15, 2016 10:59 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Outrage 18 Sea Drive Blank
Replies: 12
Views: 15491

Re: Outrage 18 Sea Drive Blank

Additionally, those boats were only sold for a few years as the cost made them undesirable along side the Outrage 20--virtually the same cost. Why buy an 18-foot boat when you can get a 20-foot boat for the same price. Now on the used boat market, they are attractive for the features and design, but...
by hauptjm
Wed Jun 15, 2016 10:56 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Outrage 18 Sea Drive Blank
Replies: 12
Views: 15491

Re: Outrage 18 Sea Drive Blank

I have that exact boat. Below is a picture of her when she still had the Armstrong Bracket. Performance was very good. However, I have subsequently eliminated the Armstrong Bracket in lieu of a 12 inch setback with hydraulic jack-plate. This particular setup provides a varied amount of adjustment to...
by hauptjm
Mon Jun 13, 2016 5:07 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Plugs Out: Normal Water Level in 17 Montauk at Mooring
Replies: 17
Views: 13579

Re: Plugs Out: Normal Water Level in 17 Montauk at Mooring

I have a 1985 Outrage 18, and I, too, would have been very concerned with that much water rising in my boat without the plug. Since my reference point is slightly different--18 Outrage v. 17 Montauk--I believe the intended design function would be generally similar. With a modern two-cycle 150-HP (E...
by hauptjm
Fri May 06, 2016 12:00 pm
Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
Topic: Bluetooth Speakers for a Boat
Replies: 4
Views: 4811

Re: Bluetooth Speakers

By far the best i have used and owned......https://ecoxgear.com/ecoxbt/
by hauptjm
Wed Apr 20, 2016 2:50 pm
Forum: PERFORMANCE
Topic: 2003 170 Montauk Re-power with Four-stroke-cycle Engine
Replies: 22
Views: 16053

Re: 22003 170 Montauk Re-power with Four-stroke-cycle Engine

The SUZUKI DF90 four-stroke-cycle outboard engine weighs even less than a Yamaha 70: 341-lbs. v. 372-lbs. We use these mid-size Suzuki engines on our fleet of 17-foot Boston Whaler boats at our club, and they are [very reliable]. We regularly get 4000-hours or more of abusing use by Club members, co...
by hauptjm
Tue Apr 19, 2016 2:07 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Mercury and Yamaha Co-manufacturing of Engines
Replies: 13
Views: 9698

Re: Mercury and Yamaha Co-manufacturing of Engines

Looking at the Brunswick website, specifically their historical timeline, I came upon an interesting entry from 2015: Brunswick Completes Divestiture of Bowling Products Business Brunswick completed the sale of its Bowling Products business to BlueArc Capital Management, LLC, a private investment fi...
by hauptjm
Fri Feb 12, 2016 10:21 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: OUTRAGE 18 Whaler Drive
Replies: 10
Views: 8480

Re: OUTRAGE 18 Whaler Drive

As an owner of an 18ft. Outrage with a solid transom, I can attest to what jimh is saying about cost. My boat was originally owned/operated by the owner of the Whaler Dealership in my area and he stated those words exactly. In fact, he had a very difficult time selling them and Whaler only made them...
by hauptjm
Thu Jan 21, 2016 10:17 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Outrage 21 Wood Locating Diagram
Replies: 7
Views: 6934

Re: wood location diagram - outrage 21

Good luck..if you find one, you might send it to Jim Hebert to include in the resources library here at Continuouswave. The closest I've found is the old manuals: http://media.channelblade.com/EProWebsi ... l%2070's(2).pdf - page 15
by hauptjm
Tue Jan 19, 2016 3:52 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: John Greviskis Throws Evinrude Under the Bus
Replies: 31
Views: 29214

Re: John Greviskis Throws Evinrude Under the Bus

So in listening/watching the aforementioned clip, I do not see the connection to the upcoming propeller episode and the trashing of Evinrude. What I mean is the trashing is almost gratuitous: it has nothing, really, to do with the propeller episode. Yes he re-powered, but again, the comments about E...
by hauptjm
Thu Jan 07, 2016 10:22 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: 1980's Outrage 18 Cover
Replies: 6
Views: 6553

Re: 1980's Outrage 18 Cover

Thank you for the replies. I start the process and let you know what I find.
by hauptjm
Wed Jan 06, 2016 11:45 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: 1980's Outrage 18 Cover
Replies: 6
Views: 6553

1980's Outrage 18 Cover

I recently decided it was time to retire my 2005 Taylor Made Boat Cover for my 1985 Outrage 18. It served me quite well, and, considering the sun and weather exposure over 10 years, it lasted longer than I anticipated for the ($250 price. It was custom fit for that specific boat, and I was pleased. ...
by hauptjm
Wed Jan 06, 2016 11:26 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Designing a Classic - The Dougherty Way
Replies: 12
Views: 10422

Re: Designing a Classic - The Dougherty Way

I agree on the previous comment regarding the shear line of the Outrage 18. With the bow being Station 1, at or around Station 7 it begins a rise that continues to Station 3 then plateaus to the bow/Station 1. That is definitely different than the final product that came out of the molds. I know pro...
by hauptjm
Mon Dec 07, 2015 2:02 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: [silly expression deleted] Weather Web Page
Replies: 6
Views: 8178

Re: [silly expression deleted] Weather Web Page

As impressive as that appears, I question its accuracy. I am not sure where they are getting their information feeds from, but I have gone to that site multiple times and it was just flat wrong on both wind direction and velocity. In fact, as we speak I can look at a live camera on a wind sock on La...
by hauptjm
Fri Dec 04, 2015 1:26 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Outrage 18 Closed Transom
Replies: 13
Views: 16343

Re: Outrage 18 Closed Transom

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The Jack Plate is an Atlas Brand. I still have the Armstrong Bracket.
by hauptjm
Thu Dec 03, 2015 3:45 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Outrage 18 Closed Transom
Replies: 13
Views: 16343

Re: Outrage 18 Closed Transom

As the owner of the 18 Outrage with the Armstrong Bracket on Cetacea page 24, I can say that configuration served me quite well for many years. However, I have since (late 2012) changed my Whaler's setup. Needing to replace the 150hp Johnson OceanRunner (3,000+ hours), I opted to remove the fixed se...
by hauptjm
Mon Oct 19, 2015 3:43 pm
Forum: PERFORMANCE
Topic: Evinrude E-TEC 135 H.O. Re-power for Outrage 18/19
Replies: 46
Views: 41105

Re: Evinrude E-TEC 135 H.O. Re-power for Outrage 18/19

Point of order, if I post this incorrectly, sorry. It is my first reply in the new forum - thank you Jim Hebert. To your question/concern regarding the 135 H.O. Evinrude, I believe that engine would be perfectly fine in the Outrage 18. Having had the ETEC 150hp since 2012 and putting many, many hour...