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  1. Johnson 100GT 1989 2-stroke long shaft (20") $1400 Starts and runs great. No issues. Remote control box, cables & gauges included. Original owner. Always trailered to local waters. Water pump replaced two seasons ago. Fuel pump replaced with non-vro pump. I plan to upgrade to a larger motor. This motor still on boat and available to demo on the water until June 25. edit: The motor is getting removed from the boat this week so no test drive, but compression test results available.
  2. 4 rod holders like new $85. This is only for upgrading from 247 dual rod holders since the dual rod holder base is not included.
  3. Go into a bay or small lake on a calm day. You just can’t tell on the big lake.
  4. I’m happy with the iTroll. It’s is a dependable unit with lots of features. Probably the most. Also costs the most. TrollSmarter is a new kid on the block with some of itroll’s features plus a remote. Instead of a remote iTroll offers idle/run switches you can mount where needed. They all take the frustration out of dialing in your speed!
  5. Thanks guys. Sun damage and general wear from the downrigger has to take its toll, but to what extent? I hear Spectra is fairly UV resistant. I assume most are using original PowerPro spectra or Scotty's spectra. If I had to guess as to when to change for a typical rec boat, it would be 3 years on most riggers, and double that with a Scotty electric or a rigger that gets covered up each day, as long as the last few feet are trimmed 2x a year. I would also expect heavier weights will affect its life as will 250lb vs 150lb. Of course coming into contact with something underwater (like debris, or a wire line) could drastically shorten it's life! It seems expensive compared to wire if it needs changing every 1-2 years unless you're a busy charter.
  6. That's exactly the setup I use. Main tank to selector, then primer bulb to water separator to my Tohatsu kicker or main outboard.
  7. I'm wondering how long braid for downriggers will last before replacement is needed? For you guys that have been running it a lot, do you notice any wear before its a problem? What I really want to know is would you trust it with a Fish Hawk probe over using wire cable!
  8. Their concern is electrical interference when wiring to the fuse block. Every boat is different. A little research on the topic should give you more to think about!
  9. That's a good choice going with marine ply. It still needs a good sealant. I would recommend West system epoxy. Use 2-3 coats taking care to do edges thoroughly. I've used standard carpet glue for vinyl floors. The expoxy coating gives the floor a slick finish so the carpet glue needs to be a solid layer or the vinyl will pull and bunch up somewhat. Don't just dab it on here and there. Good luck.
  10. I figured the wire would get damaged eventually. Maybe heat shrink that doubles as a distance marker? Not too keen about the wire running out to the board either. Would like to hear if anyone else has been able to do this without losing tackle!
  11. Is anybody running steel backed with 19 strand off a board? Sounds like this combo should only be run off the back of the boat unless you're adding sections of braid too.
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