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- Mon Jun 10, 2019 6:21 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Thwart Seats on Older 13-footer
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4288
Re: No seat clamps on 1963 13?
From your picture, it is unclear to me how your thwarts are being retained. My concern with that setup is that the thwarts could depart if not secured (e.g. when being trailered at 65 MPH).
- Wed Jun 05, 2019 6:23 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Boat Insurance Rider On Home Policy
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3724
Re: Boat Insurance Rider On Home Policy
Thank you for reporting your experience in adding a rider to your homeowners policy.
- Sun Mar 31, 2019 11:40 am
- Forum: GLOBAL NAVIGATION SATELLITE SYSTEMS
- Topic: GPS Week Rollover Is Coming in April 2019
- Replies: 23
- Views: 37163
Re: GPS Week Rollover Is Coming in April 2019
Recently my National Weather Service local forecasts added a link to the following information : PUBLIC INFORMATION STATEMENT NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BOSTON/NORTON MA 1151 AM EDT THU MAR 28 2019 ...UPCOMING LOSS OF MARINE OBSERVATIONS... ON OR AFTER 8 PM EDT ON APRIL 5, 2019, IT IS EXPECTED THAT A ...
- Tue Mar 05, 2019 6:45 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: 1998 SUPER SPORT 13: Reinstalling Interior
- Replies: 8
- Views: 5218
Re: Reinstalling interior 13' Super Sport 1988
⋅ I would expect points on the screws, but if pointless ones work for you, go for it. ⋅ A dab of marine silicone should work, but I prefer a polysulfide sealant like BoatLIFE Life-Calk. ⋅ Putting gelcoat over the repaired areas is a good idea, but don't necessarily rem...
- Mon Oct 22, 2018 5:43 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Nice anchor idea for smaller Whalers
- Replies: 10
- Views: 6815
Re: Nice anchor idea for smaller Whalers
With that setup how do you fasten the bitter end of the anchor rode to the boat?
- Mon Sep 17, 2018 6:46 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Trailer Refurbishment: 1992 E-Z-LOADER
- Replies: 25
- Views: 11516
Re: Replacement Trailer Winch
Thank you for describing your experience and offering advice based upon it. The tongue jack for my boat trailer was made by Dutton-Lainson Company of Hastings, Nebraska, and it has given me great service. It was old when I got it 25 years ago and it still working well.
- Thu Aug 09, 2018 5:57 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Advice on restoring c.1970 16-footer
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2686
Re: Advice on restoring c.1970 16-footer
The [1970 boat] has profoundly serious hull damage, and the [1974 boat] has been thoroughly trashed over many years. The asking prices in both cases are absurdly high. That's my opinion.
- Sun Jun 17, 2018 11:43 am
- Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
- Topic: Whaler 13 electrical upgrade
- Replies: 2
- Views: 7560
Re: Whaler 13 electrical upgrade
I did similar with my 1966 13-foot Sport, mounting the fuse panel under the console. It's absurdly over-engineered, but oh, well.
- Sat May 19, 2018 10:25 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Orange Spots on deck 1972 13-footer
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3647
Re: Orange Spots on deck 1972 13-footer
My guess is that someone used steel wool on or around the non-skid deck. The addition of saltwater "enhanced" the visibility of the tiny steel fragments.
- Thu May 10, 2018 12:35 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Montauk 17 Fuel Tank Locations
- Replies: 8
- Views: 5678
Re: 17 foot Montauk Fuel tank locations
I favor the location your boat originally used, under the helm seat. My second choice would be in front of the console, if that installation is well executed. I am leery about having the fuel tank in any sort of enclosed space where explosive fumes could accumulate, especially if a battery is locate...
- Tue Mar 27, 2018 5:50 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Refinish Mahogany
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3528
Re: Refinish Mahogany
Thank you Bigbear and PatSea for introducing me to something I had never heard of: flanged finish washers. They look like a good alternative to traditional finish washers.
- Mon Jan 01, 2018 3:29 pm
- Forum: MARKETPLACE
- Topic: For Sale: Heat Shrink Terminals
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2265
For Sale: Heat Shrink Terminals
I have some heat shrink electrical terminals for sale. They are as pictured below, and are labelled either "CS" or "Ancor." Sizes and quantities are as follows: ⋅ (12) 12-10 AWG wire #10 stud ring terminal ⋅ (22) 12-10 AWG wire 5/16 inch ring terminal ⋅&n...
- Mon Oct 09, 2017 3:15 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Filling Screw Holes in Console for Re-use
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2734
Re: Filling Screw Holes in Console for Re-use
I have used three different methods: ⋅ Substitute a machine screw and nut with washer for the screw which stripped out; ⋅ Fill the hole with epoxy or polyester resin, optionally backed up with a layer or two of fiberglass cloth; ⋅ Glue plywood beneath where you want to ...
- Wed Oct 04, 2017 6:50 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Trailer Spindle
- Replies: 9
- Views: 9574
Re: Trailer Spindle
Thank you all for your helpful replies. I cleaned up the surface of the spindle where the seal sits, as shown below: Spindle-2.jpg Then I reassembled it with new hubs, bearings and seals as planned. I believe it will be good enough, but will inspect it regularly. Thank you, Yellowjacket, for letting...
- Mon Sep 18, 2017 6:45 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Just bought 1988 Montauk - initial repairs
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4357
Re: Just bought 1988 Montauk - initial repairs
As to Question #2, if you want to keep the original appearance, I don't think the Specialty Marine console will satisfy you. I can't tell from your pictures, but I think your 1988 boat probably has multiple faces, with the binnacle sitting up higher. The aftermarket substitute looks to replicate an ...
- Thu Sep 14, 2017 3:28 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Trailer Spindle
- Replies: 9
- Views: 9574
Trailer Spindle
Before towing a long distance (to Cape Cod) this week, I examined the trailer under my 1970 16-foot Whaler. Both wheels appeared to be leaking grease from their inner hub seals, and when I jacked up the trailer and spun the wheels, one felt rough and had some axial play. The other one rotated smooth...
- Fri Jun 23, 2017 6:31 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: 16-footer Dive Ladder on Gunwales Instead of Transom
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3345
Re: 16-footer Dive Ladder on Gunwales Instead of Transom
Why not mount a ladder on the transom? To me, that location would be better in many ways.
- Tue May 02, 2017 5:42 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: 1972 SPORT 13: Tiller or Mechanical Steering
- Replies: 6
- Views: 6517
Re: 1972 SPORT 13: Tiller or Mechanical Steering
This site's reference page on the 13 foot hull describes the maximum horsepower as being "20-HP on early tiller steering models." It's not clear to me if this limitation would apply to okish's boat and his proposed 30-HP motor.
- Thu Mar 30, 2017 5:51 pm
- Forum: VHF MARINE RADIO
- Topic: It Is Now Legal to Use Handheld VHF Radios While Ashore
- Replies: 4
- Views: 10507
Re: It Is Now Legal to Use Handheld VHF Radios While Ashore
Relaxing the rules on this is a good thing. I can now easily and legally test the transmit and receive capabilities of my equipment.
- Thu Feb 23, 2017 5:53 pm
- Forum: TRIPS and RENDEZVOUS
- Topic: Grand Traverse Bay Launch Sites
- Replies: 8
- Views: 21988
Re: Grand Traverse Bay Launch Sites
...The ramp is a steel frame on the beach sand...
Unless it's what I know as a "marine railway," I can't picture what that looks like. Could you describe it more fully?
- Wed Feb 22, 2017 6:15 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Non-skid mold for deck repair
- Replies: 12
- Views: 11518
Re: Non-skid mold for deck repair
I located a two-part series on YouTube which illustrates making a mold and using it to make a repair: ⋅ Make A Fiberglass Mold Of Your Gelcoat Nonskid For Repair! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UpsRljqBH0o) ⋅ Gelcoat nonskid Spot Repair ~ How To (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...
- Tue Jan 10, 2017 6:06 pm
- Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
- Topic: Engine Cranking Battery
- Replies: 7
- Views: 8067
Re: Engine Cranking Battery
If you can't easily get the Interstate battery you describe, based on personal experience I recommend NAPA Auto Parts 8304 Marine Starting Battery -- Group 24M 800 CCA (1000 MCA), currently offered for $108.
- Tue Oct 25, 2016 5:47 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: KTLA News Reports on Small Boat Capsize Entering Ventura Harbor
- Replies: 22
- Views: 13491
Re: KTLA News Reports on Small Boat Capsize Entering Ventura Harbor
I do not cut the idiot operator of that boat any slack whatsoever. When he saw there were surfers/swimmers where he was operating he should have turned around and left the way he arrived.
- Tue Sep 13, 2016 8:08 am
- Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
- Topic: Buy New Lead-Acid or AGM Battery
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4615
Re: 17ft Montauk, time for new battery...lead acid or AGM?
roguewave wrote:... I ended up buying a NAPA marine fella for $110.
I also purchased a NAPA battery (BAT 8304 for $120), since the previous one gave good service.
- Mon Sep 12, 2016 12:27 pm
- Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
- Topic: Buy New Lead-Acid or AGM Battery
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4615
Re: Buy New Lead-Acid or AGM Battery
Do you think that yesterday's pounding ride damaged the battery? Whatever the case, your battery was near the end of its expected life. Unless an AGM battery has a much longer lifespan, the other advantages aren't important enough to me to justify the much higher price. (Coincidentally, I just repla...
- Sat Sep 03, 2016 8:31 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Orientation of Boat In Hurricane Conditions
- Replies: 8
- Views: 6474
Re: Orientation of Boat In Hurricane Conditions
The wind is forecast to be from the northeast, so I would face the boat toward the east.
- Thu Jun 30, 2016 8:59 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Trailer Set up for 21 Outrage with bow pulpit on steep ramp
- Replies: 28
- Views: 22260
Re: Trailer Set up for 21 Outrage with bow pulpit on steep ramp
...When loading, I back in less; leaving my marks an inch or two above the water line. In this way when the boat comes onto the trailer is is not floating at the stern, rocking between the bunks. It tends to stay right on center. As I crank the boat onto the trailer, I may stop, go back to the truc...
- Thu Jun 16, 2016 5:58 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Specialty Marine Replacement Navigation Lamp Pole Does Not Fit
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3584
Re: Specialty Marine Replacement Navigation Lamp Pole Does Not Fit
Hmm. Specialty Marine's web site, where they list the stanchions separately for sale, says the stanchions "will fit any light pole that is 3/4" outside diameter.""
- Thu Mar 24, 2016 7:37 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Boarding ladder for Montauk
- Replies: 10
- Views: 9877
Re: Boarding ladder for Montauk
Bob, You asked... Does it affect in any way the ride of the boat? Does it cause much spray while underway? I am assuming that there is no interference from turning the outboard, how about tying the boat to the trailer? The photos aren't of my boat, but my installation is identical (except on the sta...
- Sun Mar 20, 2016 3:49 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Boarding ladder for Montauk
- Replies: 10
- Views: 9877
Re: Boarding ladder for Montauk
Ray Martin had the following photos available in 2009 when I was considering his product for my 1970 16-foot Whaler:
I ending up buying it and have been more than happy with that decision.
I ending up buying it and have been more than happy with that decision.
- Wed Dec 09, 2015 8:48 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Boston Whaler in CHANTIX TV Commercial
- Replies: 11
- Views: 16805
Re: Boston Whaler in CHANTIX TV Commercial
I think seeing that ad may have influenced me to try Chantix as a quit smoking aid. I'm glad I did; Chantix was very helpful for me in ending a 35-year addiction to cigarettes.