Forum: General Discussion
06-12-2016, 08:29 AM
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Forum: General Discussion
05-06-2016, 07:01 AM
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Replies: 24
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Braid to leader connection
I like using a small black swivel that is equal to or slightly higher in lb. test to the braid mainline. If I need to replace the leader (lower in lb. test than mainline), it can be quickly tied to...
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Forum: Trailers and Tow Vehicles
05-04-2016, 01:44 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 15,409
Electric winch power
I use a portable jump starter. I carry it in the back of my pick-up when I am towing my boat. My daughter found it handy when she left her car headlights on overnight g html.
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Forum: Strictly Fishing
04-02-2016, 07:00 AM
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Replies: 13
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Tip tops
Two good online sources for tip tops are Mudhole & Netcraft. The tops themselves are relatively inexpensive but you must pay a minimum shipping charge. I suggest ordering a few extra tops in various...
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Forum: Strictly Fishing
04-19-2015, 08:03 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 9,693
alaskan walleye
Alaskan "walleye" is a saltwater fish called "walleyed pollack". It is a mild tasting fish with firm white flesh.
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Forum: General Discussion
09-18-2014, 01:46 PM
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Replies: 11
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rod repair
I have repaired a half dozen rods for myself and friends using the exact procedure described by crappieman. One them was a Lake MI salmon trolling rod - that rod has been going strong for 25 years...
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Forum: General Discussion
05-08-2014, 04:29 PM
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Replies: 1
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ice out on big arbor vitae
What is the status of ice cover on big arbor vitae? I am still coming up this Sunday but would like to know what to expect. Thank you
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Forum: General Discussion
05-07-2014, 05:08 AM
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Replies: 3
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Forum: Archery, Blackpowder, Rifles, Pistols, Shotguns...and whatever else you have.
10-29-2012, 02:49 PM
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Replies: 11
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Ithaca slug barrel
I bought one for my BPS 3". It has a cantilever scope mount. I have shot 3-shot cloverleafs at 100 yds. off a bench. Awesome accuracy & recoil. I don't use it anymore since I now hunt where...
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Forum: Motors and Props
10-29-2012, 02:42 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,237
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Forum: General Discussion
09-07-2012, 09:45 AM
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Replies: 39
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mice in house
While you can caulk holes & cracks, the mice can & will chew through caulk. I suggest stuffing some steel wool into the hole or crack. You can caulk over the steel wool for esthetic purposes. Mice...
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Forum: Archery, Blackpowder, Rifles, Pistols, Shotguns...and whatever else you have.
08-09-2012, 08:39 AM
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lever gun
I suggest looking for an older Marlin in .35 Remington
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Forum: General Discussion
08-09-2012, 08:27 AM
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Replies: 50
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eating whitebass
I have only eaten whitebass from the Winnebago / Wolf R. system. My suggestion is to put them on ice immediately after you land them. I fillet, skin and remove the redmeat and immediately put the...
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Forum: Archery, Blackpowder, Rifles, Pistols, Shotguns...and whatever else you have.
07-25-2012, 02:03 PM
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Replies: 13
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Rws 34
Hawg: I have the same model airgun. Try using heavier pellets. When I use lighter pellets, my airgun will break the sound barrier and make a distinct crack. With a heavier pellet I do not get...
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Forum: Motors and Props
07-16-2012, 10:48 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,364
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Forum: Archery, Blackpowder, Rifles, Pistols, Shotguns...and whatever else you have.
04-09-2012, 08:28 AM
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Replies: 9
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.17 HMR cleaning "rod"
Cut off about 30" of heavy "weed-wacker" mono cord. Use a propane torch to heat a flat piece of metal (best held in a bench vise). Press one end of the cord against the hot metal to form a flat on...
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Forum: Electronics
02-28-2012, 10:17 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,220
compatability
Check out MinnKota's website. They have a list of units and the MinnKota cable required for US/2
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Forum: General Discussion
02-17-2012, 01:08 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,955
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Forum: Archery, Blackpowder, Rifles, Pistols, Shotguns...and whatever else you have.
01-06-2012, 08:03 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 8,297
shotgun for defense
Smaller shot has the added advantage of limited penetration through walls. At close range, skeet/trap shot (7-1/2, 8 or 9) would create a devastating wound. There is no surgeon that is sufficiently...
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Forum: General Discussion
01-04-2012, 12:58 PM
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Replies: 75
Views: 11,604
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Forum: General Discussion
12-05-2011, 01:44 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,532
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Forum: Trailers and Tow Vehicles
07-21-2011, 02:06 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,681
not fair
You are not being fair to drunken sailors!! They stop spending when they are out of money!
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Forum: General Discussion
06-16-2011, 02:40 PM
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Replies: 42
Views: 5,553
buying a truck
I traded in a Ram 150 on a new 2009 F150 with the 5.4L V-8 that will take E85 and now has 31,000 miles. I get 21 on the highway with 89 octane gas! With 10% ethanol gas, mileage goes down to about...
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Forum: Electronics
06-14-2011, 12:19 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,828
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