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If you want to see what is ahead once [in] a while at night while boating in your area, I recommend you just get a handheld spotlight. You can get a Dorcy (1-million candle power or more) 12-Volt plug-in or rechargeable for $20 to $30. You can sweep it for a second or less in a 180-degree arc, and i...

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Cal that must have been a nice surprise but I say expected with the high purchase you made. I also bet you that the rode that was include had the strength needed for your 170. How often do you anchor and then for how long. I assume seldom and short so all you need is an anchor that sets in the botto...

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Having just sailed that area a couple of weeks ago I don't see a problem doing what Mike (the OP) is talking about. Yes there are some strong current through the narrower channels, but, like Jim said, with a 90HP motor in an unsinkable safe Montauk that shouldn't be a problem. Personally I was surpr...

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Compared to your RIB or the new RIB the 150 could handle your 4 adults with some gear but there won't be any room left. 5 would be too crowded for open water. Yes they are un-sinkable but your 5 meter RIB would be a better choice. Also with 4 adults and camping gear it will take some weight shifting...

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I have used 1/2" thick high density foam with adhesive backing that lasted many years and it also gives you sound deadening advantages.
Yes a fluke anchor will damage it over time but it is easily cut with utility knife and/or scissors.
Last but and least an old beach towel works great too.

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Metric is easier. Yes, Easy-peasy. Next time I am on the water in my REVENGE 6.7-meter with its 167.8-kW propulsion engine turning its 43-centimeter pitch propeller, I will tune my marine radio to 1.89155-meter wavelength, then increase throttle to full and see if I can hit my usual top speed of ab...

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Great restoration, looks sweet!

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Metric is easier. You have been using it every time you look at your Barometer and when using money. Most if not all units in the medical field are metric. Ever noticed that when the nurse weighs you in at the Dr. office she uses kg and not lbs. When getting an injection it is in cc's and pills are ...

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Again lagulf you should tell rlyons the price?

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Jim as always your math is fine and correct and I shouldn't have spoken in generalities. But the boat in question had been sitting outside hooked up to the vehicle since the night before when it was raining. As a new boat owner and never had towed a boat he did not pull a plug, or didn't check the i...

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Jim all great statements in your last thread posting but he was elected by the local tax payers. It is just a pity that Federal dollars will be involved too as they could be used for better causes than a new S.A.F.E. boat in that area. It could be used for such as keeping harbors open and docks in g...

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Salute to you John and all the other volunteers at the Minnetonka PS

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With the new administration cutting government spending(which should be done) we need to do all we can to let them know what is important to us. It doesn't make a difference if you're a Independent, Republican, or Democrat, it matters that we are all boaters. The following link is mainly directed to...

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I wish I had a Dad like that.
I hope you'll still take him out on it when he asks.
Most advice was already given and I assume you had the ABC education, if not contact your local US Power Squadron.
Happy boating

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Jim probably an extra deep cycle battery and a solar panel.

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I believe a cover when trailering a distance over 100 miles is better protection than no cover. If you have a fitted-for-your-model cover and strap it securely, you won't have damage--as attested by Jefecinco and myself. It protects the boat and you only have flapping problems if your cover doesn't ...

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Brent you received a lot of good advice with all the answers above. I hope you read my private email and now that you have picked up the boat tell us what you experienced last weekend. Did you practice (without the family)?

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Ridgerunner has a point but when I trailer long distances I prefer to strap under the boat and not onto the trailer.

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Yea can shock you right off the seat when it gets wet. Good idea in an open CC, don't think so.

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Interesting and thanks what a loss of a beautiful classic and glad the crew was OK

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Outboard dealers down in Oregon love Washington residents because Oregon is a sales tax free state, and Washington residents know they will save a ton of money by purchasing their outboard down in Oregon. This is why Oregon has such a captive market on California, Washington and Idaho residents who...

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Sorry to hear on all accounts Rich

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thank you guys we'll take some time and go to Florida too as we Michiganders (winter birds) do.
We're not beach people except for walking them, we are more interested in nature, history, & culture.
Thanks for the tips.

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Greg and while you're reading this can you give us some Smartgauge feedback. What is your fuel useage, what is your WOT speed, etc.
Another month before I get the boat out here in the North, but by that time I'll be spending some time just North of you on Jekyll and Cumberland Islands.

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From my experience there aren't many power boats less than 30' that give you a very-dry ride on Lake Michigan on a "normal" nice day with a 7-10 knot breeze, no matter what the hull design.

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Butch you nailed it on the head in your first reply and reinforced it thereafter. I doubt anybody will spend 2 days on their 19' or less boat. The much less expensive Igloo will do fine for a day out. yes it probably is a nice option on your >$100K and up boat and then a just a BIG drop in the water...

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If you look around there are enough good dependable Whalers here in Michigan. If you are going new I would recommend the Montauk 170 as it is $10,000 to$13,000 less than a Dauntless having the same options for electronics, canvas and fishing; the Montauk gives you more walk around space. Make sure y...

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e-coastlurker
Congrats on the sale, she looks(ed) great. Did you get what you asked for?

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I agree with Joe not many people have interest in old sailing dinghies like that no matter the BW brand.
Have the kid restore it and make sure he invites you for a sail when it is done.
Sell it for a token ($10) to transfer it legally.

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Neighbor is offering a 1974 Johnson 70HP for sale $200 firm Model 70ESL74M S/N J4069553 Electric start, complete with side(SB) mount throttle remote controls. Fresh water used only. Motor was tuned by marine dealer at the end of 2015 and runs fine. Not used since then. No idea what the hours are. Ka...

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The escutcheon is not removeable--it cannot lead to anything and never will. An escutcheon surrounds the access plate in order to identify the function of the access plate. Check with your plumber as many escutcheons in your house are removable to create access to what's behind and most are not aro...

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I will be visiting Jekyll and Cumberland Islands and staying in and around Brunswick, Georgia in early April 2016. I was wondering if there are any active members in that part of the country that can let me know what my wife and I can't miss in that area, and we might meet up with. I'm leaving my Wh...

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[A waste plate is] a stainless steel circular plate on the deck with the word "Waste" on it ... So far your definition is reasonable. The "plate" is just that, a plate, and perhaps it has some legend inscribed on it to identify it from several other almost identical deck mounted...

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Con-- that is a sad news story. I love the town [Leland] and its harbor, although it has been since 2008 that I was there with a big boat. We are planning to visit again this summer and explore Lake Leelanau.

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[A waste plate is] a stainless steel circular plate on the deck with the word "Waste" on it and two small round holes (not thru drilled) for a special key tool to screw it in place. When opened this is used to vacuum the sewage waste out of the holding tank to which it is attached. Have yo...

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As FLYMO notes, use of stabilized fuel must begin prior to winterization. You need to add stabilizer to the fuel and let the engine operate at normal cruising speeds for 30-minutes to be sure you have brought stabilized fuel to the engine. My 225-HP engine at idle only consumes about 0.2-GPH. As AL...

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Jr.
The result looks great. It is so easy when you can man-handle these boats, turning them over, taking them off and on a trailer, even just lifting OB on and off.
Great job, I hope you'll enjoy her a little before you sell.

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I think very highly of the original classic 15, and at the time, was the best 15 foot made. Move over Classic 15--the new 150 Montauk is a contender, and in my opinion, has taken the title! I ditto that comment above and the 170 is even more family friendly, now if we only could (lawfully) put the ...

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So which one did you get??

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Yesterday I wanted to do a quick winterization of my 2008 Mercury 60-HP Bigfoot on my Montauk 150. I added Stabil to the tank, hooked up the [hose adaptor and turned on the water], and started the engine. As always the 2008 Mercury 60-HP BIGFOOT started within a couple of seconds. I brought the engi...

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Jim I know what you are saying but honestly we boat together probably 85% of the time and 10% I'm alone and 5% me and somebody else.

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Hear Hear. I'm with you.

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Would you rule out a 190 or 210 Montauk?... I agree with macfam. I did drive all three: the 150, 170 and 190 Montauk. I wanted the 170 as it is a very nice all-round boat. but my wife thought it was too big. We ended up with a 150, and it is easier to pull with any [vehicle]. I've driven [the 150 M...

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No matter how you look at it or what a reporter said. IT IS STUPID SKIPPERING. He most have thought he was the captain and stayed with his boat instead of helping his children. Too many boat owners that don't know how to boat and disregard simple safety rules and precautions.

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Jeff nothing wrong with sailboats and I'm glad you will include them in the Whaler story.
I encountered the same with Chris-Crafts as they build some nice sail boats but everything was about the runabouts.

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The autonomously self-inflating PFDs are nice, but they can autonomously self-inflate at inappropriate times if they contact water. True Jim but you can get one that doesn't have the automatic and therefore has a pull handle to inflate. The problem with those is that if you get thrown overboard you...

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Butch--I agree with what you said. If the single axle trailer can handle the load it is a better option. All you have to make sure is that you have a long tongue distance from axle to hitch; that determines how easy it is to back up straight. I have four trailers, a single axle utility 10x5 bed--whi...

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Contrary to all the Apple users above, I use besides my Micro Soft convertible laptop computer an Android tablet and an Android phone. Seldom do I use a desktop.

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You know the saying when it isn't broke don't fix it so I would leave everything alone if it is running fine and blame it on that ethanol fuel deteriorating your fuel line

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