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Chinook Chaser

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  1. I currently do not have an aft cover for my islander. It sits exposed may through Oct. I know this is not good as its will cause everything to rot and destroy the carpet and upholstery. Problem is the 1200 bucks to get a good quality one made. If I do it I want quality and I want it to last and understand that I do get what I pay for. What I'm wondering is if is anybody around who knows what they're doing but maybe has a small-time operation that can afford to have a lower labor rate which will bring the price down. If anybody can refer someone to me that would be awesome.

     

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  2. 9 hours ago, jollyroger said:

    HOME DEPOT HAS 4' X 8' X 1/2" PVC SHEETS FOR ABOUT $80.00 EACH. I AM SURE THAT IT WOULD WORK FINE. I USED IT TO REPLACE THE HARD TOP ON MY TIARA AND IT WORKED VERY GOOD AT A REASONABLE PRICE.,

    you I think the PVC will be strong enough to sit on stand on Etc. And will hold a screw well?

  3. dog house

    i have a 95 islander and need to rebuild the doghouse. best thing to do would be to you starboard. But it's way too expensive at $500 a sheet. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

  4. best great lakes boat

    What is the best great lakes fishing boat with the emphasis being on stability? Currently I have a 22ft islander. It handles better than some bigger boats in high waves when trolling but not great when running. With the motor box, seat configuration etc you can easily brace yourself and there is lot to bounce off of. My thought is I would want at least a 30 footer. I have heard that a Tierra or Carolina classic would be a great option. Not ready to pull the trigger but trying to decide what I ultimately want in my Dreamboat.

  5. Thanks guys. Have spoke with him and he said he has not had a treble bend or break this year. I have bent them with pliers before and take care not to ruin the hook. Many fish this year have bent the hook for sure. Have lost several this season where I brought it in and the hook was bent. Also had at least one break last season and several this season. Sucks when you pay 7.99 for a fly and the hook breaks and you lose a fish. I shouldn't have to put better hooks on my flys and retie everyone I buy! 

  6. Atomic hooks

    Myself and at least 4 other boats that I talk with and fish with have had the hooks bend or break on the atomic flies. I would like others experience and suggestions with this issue. There is no way we are the only ones experiencing this. Last evening I landed a king in low 20's and we had to tie on another hook because it bent. I took my time with this fish. I love Toms stuff and believe its the best for lake O. I am thinking there has to be a better way to go for the hooks. 

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  7. Shimano Triton GT 100

    I'm selling three Shimano Triton GT reels. They are old probably mid 90s. Most of the writing has worn off. These will be a good start for someone on a budget . They work well one problem is you cannot get parts. The end cap that covers the nut as pictured on the middle reel handle has broken off on two of the reels. The nut can be locked tited with a couple of lock washers and will work. These reals have served me well for many years but it's time for an upgrade. 3 for $40.

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  8. 15 minutes ago, Wildcat said:

    fished 7/14 lake flipped couldn't find kings went 5 for 9, small king, 1 steelhead. 3 lakers. I'll try again next week 

    Was definitely different on Firiday. We started in 150 and zig zagged between there and 250. Most hits on north troll on the wire. Meat took a couple but mostly FF. Ended 9 for 13. 7 kings, 1 laker, and a bow. Fished outta Hughes from 530 to noon. 

  9. 4 hours ago, 92xerNY said:

    Wont Cannon warranty that??

    The body of the downrigger is guaranteed forever. So they pay to have it fixed. Problem is am I going to have to do this every season. It is unacceptable. For the price of downriggers I should not have to take them to get fixed every season.

  10. cannon downrigger

    I have 3 cannon riggers last year was my first year running them and I purchased them new. On all 3 where the rod holder screws in cracked. On one almost lost a rod when the holder fell down. I got them all fixed over the off season and figured I had been cranking them down to tight so ok my bad. This season I have been careful not to over tighten them. Yesterday while fishing the center rigger rod falls down as the rod holder collapsed first thought was monster fish. Nope dam thing cracked again!! Upon checking the other 2 riggers I found small hairline crack in them. Mother@$^@$!!! I can't be the only one experiencing this. Makes me want new riggers. 

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