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  1. LakerTaker
    Yeah you would think the marina would have said something, especially if they drilled new holes and noticed the dark rot. I noticed the transom of my fiberglass boat (1979 Seasprite) was wet, the previous owner drilled a hole through the splash well area and never sealed it. I let the boat sit and dry for a year, then sealed it. I haven't noticed any abnormal flexing but I'm sure it's going to become a winter project soon. Usually when it's bad, it's bad and you can see it. The question is when does it become dangerous. Your aluminum likely has enough structure to get you through the season if you don't notice much flex. It would be interesting if someone else could comment on a bad experience they had due to waiting too long. Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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    Depends on if you have an outboard or inboard/outboard and fiberglass vs aluminum. I only have experience with outboards and fiberglass. Typically you will see the transom flexing under power, or flexing when applying pressure to the outboard (by hand). You may also see large stress cracks in the corners where the transom meets the sidewalls. For fiberglass you could take a core sample using a hole saw to see if the inner wood is wet and/or rotted. Not all wet samples are bad, but you can usually tell by the condition of the wood. It's a progression that takes some time to become weak enough to need repair. Flex is definitely the main indicator. Amount of allowable flex is up for debate. Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United
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    Congrats! Nice job and great report. Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United
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    Does this unit work at cruising speeds? Interested.
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    Right. 1/2/3 banks require 12/25/35 Amps minimum. Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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    Sounds awesome. Thank you. Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United
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    Ok thanks. I haven't really found a good source/video that shows you how. Perhaps I will just send my reels in after the season. Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United
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    Very true. Designed for long runs with the primary motor. Didn't think about the alternator output when I made that comment. [emoji1303] Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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    I have a Minn Kota MK-3 that charges the trolling batteries while your main motor (or kicker possibly) is running and charging the system. I haven't used it yet, but might if I ever install the Maxxum Pro 101 36V that sits in my garage.....the thing is a beast. Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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    Has anyone upgraded the drag washers themselves (with Tuna Tom's kits)? Is it easy? Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United
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    X2. Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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    I have an extendable handle salmon net (sorry I don't remember the brand, other than it's really long). I just upgraded the net with a no-snag Promar product off of EBay. Rubber coated but not as heavy as a rubber net. I should have done this years ago!!! A cheaper alternative to buying a new net. Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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    Took some first timers (first time deep water trolling) fishing on Saturday evening in Lake Huron. Lemon lime regular Gambler Rig with a green dodger took 5 fish, and a silver glow magnum with a trash can dodger took 1 fish. They couldn't wipe the smiles off their face. Largest was 8 pounds. Funny how different colors are hot on different days. I usually change up colors and rigs (bells vs dodgers) often until I find the right combination. Bouncing on the bottom, 95ft flat section, 1.5 to 1.8mph. I also tried spoons, but nothing beats Gambler Rigs for me so far when targeting lake trout. I plan on trying them on rainbow trout in August on a large inland lake.
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    Excellent post and great message. Congrats! Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United
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    Wow that's a beauty. I have 2 or 3 of those but in pretty rough shape. Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United
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    Awesome! [emoji3] Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United
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    So our Dunhams has a sale on their Eagle Claw Starfire 8'6" yellow downrigger rods...$14.99. I was VERY disappointed to find out that they now make the lower handle all plastic (not foam or cork). My favorite (cheap) rod is now ruined. Anyone use this rod or other cheaper rods? I really like the 20+ year old Eagle rods that I have. They act like a medium light rod and can also handle the heavy stuff (dipsies). Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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    A Cisco sportrak mount might be better than a Cannon clamp mount for your boat. Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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    Do you have the Lund Sportrak system on your boat? Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United
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    I like the Owner ST-41 Stinger 2X treble hooks, size 2, though I generally only replace the factory hooks if one get damaged, rusty, or broken. I've never tried the siwash hooks....I probably should! Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United
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    Thanks, I will have to try that dressing. I will buy one today! Here is a pick of the orange fillets. Note, they are not fully trimmed - I went back and cleaned them up. [emoji3]. I broiled 2 fillets on a cookie sheet on high in the oven. Skin side up first, until the skin looks cooked and the sides are brown, then flipped them over and cooked the top. It's better to use a broiling pan, but I don't have one. Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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    Amazing fish. Congrats! Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United
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    Your lunch looks amazing. I've never tried the milk prep before. Thanks for the tip. I like to use fresh squeezed lemons, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian dressing. It's takes most of the fishy flavor out. I'm eating cold water lakers out of Lake Huron, so perhaps they are good tasting any way you cook them. I caught some dark ones on Saturday. The bottom fish had a dark top and orange tipped fins, as you say. And it tasted great!!!! [emoji1303] Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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    I use a Lowrance LCX-15MT, circa early 2000's, and it uses a full size SD card. I have the Navionics Western Great Lakes card in it. There are 2 card slots available. So I assume there would be a wide range of years that the seller's East card will work for. Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United
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    Bumping a post (replying to a post) will bump it to the top of the forum list. In this case, to the top of the list of classified ads. Sent from my iPhone using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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