Misty IV

I'll work on getting it up here!

I did my shakedown run this weekend and tried a few things. I did notice that the surface temp along the shoreline from the LSR up to the Salmon River in about 10 FOW didn't fluctuate much and was in the 55-57 degree range. I know you say you are fishing from shore, but I can't see the temp being that much different. Hope things turn around for us this coming weekend!

A friend of mine sent a pic of a monster king they caught this weekend out of Olcott. He didn't mention the weight, but given the size of it, I'm guessing it had to be mid-30's. It was HUGE!!

Thanks, Hank!

Thanks for the legwork, High Bidder. Nice to know majority of us won't be affected by it!

Thanks. Definitely a topic worth watching for us Pennsylvanians.

I run (2) different colors during the season, depending on how the water is. Primarily, I run Ande Pink on (4) of my rods, but have their clear spooled on (2) other rods ready to go. I also have (2) reels spooled with Cortland Flea Flicker line, if those pesky fleas come around. I think I've landed more on the pink over time compared to the clear, however.

That is about the size I'm guessing it is. it is tiny! Strange thing, however, the hose from the connector to the fuel pump is larger than the hose running from the pump to the carb.

Is there some documentation online to read about this? My Expedition is classified as a station wagon in PA, and does not meet the requirements for a weight-class sticker on the windshield. Any ideas if this new law will affect the SUV's, as well?

I just renewed mine for the 5 year deal, as well. And, despite the increase in the out-of-state NY license, I gladly paid it. Guess it all balances out somewhere.

While tuning-up my kicker for the season's duties, I noticed the fuel line from the fuel pump to the carb needs replaced. I checked my OMC catalog and checked availability through my online OMC parts store. They say the part is no longer available as a "part", but it can be cut from bulk OMC hose with part number 203909. And, while I am at it, I figure I should replace the hose going from the fuel line connector to the fuel pump, but when I search that part, it is also no longer available, but can be cut from OMC hose number 303617. Can any of the OMC guru's here tell me what size hose both of these are? Is there anything special about these hoses that requires me to use this spec hose or will any marine-grade fuel line work, so as long as I can find it in these sizes? Thanks for the help!

I'll second the Sub-Troll. Oh, no, did I just tie things up again?

I'll also vouch for the Expeditions, as that is what I tow with and is my daily driver. Mine is a 2002 with the 5.4, trailer towing package and 130,000+ miles. I have never had any issues with her. The newer models are very nice, especially the EL model, if you need some extra cargo room. Are you looking specifically at a pickup or would you go with a large SUV? One drawback to a pickup is if you carry gear in your bed, you'll need to buy a cap or a tonneau cover to protect your belongings from inclement weather, where with an SUV you're 100% protected. I know caps or tonneau covers aren't that expensive, but just throwing that thought out there, as well.

I've ridden in a few F-150 crew-cabs and they ride really nice, lots of power with the 5.4L 3-valve, and tons of interior room.

Found it. http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/links/link.jsp?id=0001945013566a&type=product&cmCat=SEARCH_all&returnPage=search-results1.jsp&Ntt=EZ+Jack&Ntk=Product_liberal&sort=all&Go.y=0&N=0&Nty=1&hasJS=true&_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1&_DARGS=%2Fcabelas%2Fen%2Fcommon%2Fsearch%2Fsearch-box.jsp.form1&Go.x=0

What a monster! Nice fish!

Good point, Ray. Didn't think of that. Thanks!

I saw an ad for a "drive-on" tandem axle trailer jack a few weeks ago somewhere, but can't remember where I saw it. I have seen the ones for single axle trailers, where you place the crescent-shaped jack under the axle and drive forward until your tire is off the ground. This tandem unit I saw works in that you place it in front (or behind) the good tire and drive up onto it, thus lifting the flat tire off the ground. Has anyone seen this type of ramp around? It was compact enough that it was stowable in your tow vehicle, yet, at the same time, sturdy & heavy-duty enough to support a boat's weight. Help!! Thanks.

I was actually just looking at the Saltist's, Bill. I like what I see in them, too.

Just a follow-up response. I got everything wired up between the 2 units and it works perfectly. All data is shown on the DS500X, like I wanted. Thanks for all the help!

In my arsenal, I run the Eagle Claw SF-400A rods with Daiwa SG-47LCA reels for my downrigger rods. Seeing I am going to have more people on the boat this year, I added 2 more rods this spring. I'm thinking of putting the 47LCA's on them, as well, since they have been an incredible reel for me. However, wanted to see what other reels everyone uses and if there are any you'd recommend I look at and consider. Must be a line counter reel. Thanks for all input!

Yes, I did look. Happy April Fool's Day to you, as well!