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  1. I finally cleaned out my garage.

     

    2018 I replaced a 350 mercruiser with a crate motor because of a second cracked head and took off the exhaust manifolds and risers. Last year, I replaced the power assist steering with hydraulic steering. All items are in good to excellent shape. See attached pictures.

     

    I am selling:

    -Exhaust Manifolds-$100each 

    -Risers-$85each

    -Octopus Type R Autopilot-$650

    -Power Steering Cylinder Actuator-$95

    -Morse 20ft rack and pinion steering cable.-$65

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  2. Hi Chinook 35,

     

    I have a used Octopus type R  drive that I took off of my boat last year that I will sell if it fits your boat. The only reason that I removed it from my boat is because I bought a 15hp kicker and have power assist steering on the boat so I switched to hydraulic steering. The drive has only 2 seasons on it for about a total of 120 hours and works perfectly. Feel free to call me with any questions. 585-260-2282( Shawn)

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  3. Can someone give me some suggestions on how I  might solve my current problem. I have a 24ft Thompson that has power assist steering. 2 years ago I bought a raymarine ev200 autopilot system with a type r otctopus drive. The system works great. Just last year I decided to buy a kicker to save on engine wear and tear and fuel. The problem that I now have is that with my main off the auto pilot doesnt work it struggles to control because the power assist steering in not working unless the engine is running. Are there any solutions other than changing out the whole steering and auto pilot system? Can i install an electric hydraulic that I can switch to when the engine is off? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

     

    Thanx

    Shawn

  4. I am currently in the market to put an autopilot on my boat and have a couple of questions.  I have rack and pinion / power assist steering on a Merccruiser 5.7L with an Alpha one outdrive.  I have been researching for some time now and come to the conclusion that due to cost and ease of implementation the way for me to go is to install a rotary helm(Octopus type-S mechanical helm) along with a compatible autopilot system.  I am leaning towards the SiTex SP110RF-3 or the Simrad AP24.  

     

    1)Does anyone have any experience with either one of these autopilots or the octopus system? 

    2)When driving in manual mode(autopilot disengaged) does the Octopus or the auto pilot put extra steering pressure on the wheel?

    3) Am I completely out to lunch with my selections?

     

    Thank you for any suggestions or information!

     

     

     

  5. I am finally going to let her go.  This boat is fully equipped to troll for salmon, sneak around docks for pike and bass or just pull a tube for the kids. The only reason that I am selling her is because I have upgraded.  She is in great condition runs like a top and everything works. 

     

    The boat comes with:

     

    -(1) 1997 StarCraft 190 Fishmaster

    -(1) 90hp Merc

    -(1) 6hp Merc longshaft 2 stroke motor 

    -(1) Prowler electric motor 55lb thrust 

    -(2) Penn 620 manual downriggers

    -(2) Cannon downrigger mounts

    -(1) Fishhawk 840 thermal troll with probe

    -(1) Aurora plus ship to shore radio

    -(1) Lowrance HDS-5x With  upgraded Airmar p66 transducer

    -(1) Hummingbird 785c2i GPS with preloaded maps

    -(6) Quick draw rod holders

    -(1) FM/AM/CD stereo system with removable face 

    -(1) Willies planer board mast

    -(1) EZ steer connection rod for the trolling motor

    -(1) Extra Boat seat for the bow

    -(1) Attwood basic boat cover

     

    $8500 firm

     

    Feel free to call me at 585-260-2282 leave a message and I will get back to you as soon as I can.

     

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  6. OffTrack, I do believe that any youth under 10yrs old can be on the boat without registering in the tournament only as an observer. Furthermore, according to my understanding of the rules all youths are eligable for any and all of the money prizes offered in the derby therefore it wouldn't matter if the 63 yr old passed the pole to the 14 yr old. Hope this helps. Take care and good luck fishing.

  7. No problem guys! My crew and I have been at odds over this situation for quite some time. When tournament fishing my rule has been , if you touch the rod you bring in the fish no matter how tired you get. I totally realize that by passing off the rod the fish has a better chance of getting off due to slack in the line, rod position, accidentally hitting the bail release /drag adjustment or a million other things than can and due happen when fishing but, if the person is unable to finish the fight the fish is lost anyway. Take care gang and good luck fishing. Hopefully the rain will start bringing them in.

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