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Forum: General Discussion Yesterday, 12:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 528
Posted By DW
you say you get a low voltage warning when...

you say you get a low voltage warning when starting. If that is a momentary warning during cranking, then I think that is normal and not indicative of a deeply discharged battery. You should directly...
Forum: General Discussion 04-13-2024, 11:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 520
Posted By DW
I think a combination underwater dyke and above...

I think a combination underwater dyke and above water dam should be built across Lake St Clair inlet or outlet. The design should reduce flow during low water and accommodate high flow during high...
Forum: Trailers and Tow Vehicles 04-09-2024, 10:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 766
Posted By DW
I have a set of Endurance mounted in 2018. They...

I have a set of Endurance mounted in 2018. They will be replaced this spring. They have about 20k miles but look look good.

I had a blowout at 70mph with a different set of tires. the tread was...
Forum: General Discussion 04-08-2024, 11:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,060
Posted By DW
The pump is a housing and a shell with an intake...

The pump is a housing and a shell with an intake and outlet. It is unlikely that the pump would ever need to be replaced. It possibly could be crushed by something moving in the bilge or the...
Forum: General Discussion 04-07-2024, 12:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,060
Posted By DW
I used a Johnson cartridge as replacement for my...

I used a Johnson cartridge as replacement for my livewell pump. I have the 500 and 750 gpm versions for that purpose. The cartridge for the bilge pump probably has greater capacity.

If a Johnson...
Forum: General Discussion 04-07-2024, 11:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,060
Posted By DW
Easy, one hand to remove cartridge. The...

Easy, one hand to remove cartridge. The cartridges screw out and in. Looks like this:
...
Forum: Trailers and Tow Vehicles 03-27-2024, 11:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,206
Posted By DW
DW actually has considerable formal physics...

DW actually has considerable formal physics education. He actually knows that lowering the tongue increases the weight applied to the hitch. Increasing and decreasing hitch weight may be beneficial,...
Forum: General Discussion 03-21-2024, 12:17 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,758
Posted By DW
I used a Farberware electric percolator for...

I used a Farberware electric percolator for decades. Available in 4 cup, 8-cup and 12-cup sizes:...
Forum: General Discussion 03-17-2024, 11:16 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,758
Posted By DW
This is bad news! I’m not certain it is...

This is bad news!

I’m not certain it is entirely correct. At Costco the Green Morning blend and Kuric appear to no longer be Starbuck. However, online shows Starbucks French Roast is available and...
Forum: Electronics 03-17-2024, 10:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 853
Posted By DW
Get battery boxes rather than trays. Boxes...

Get battery boxes rather than trays. Boxes protect your boat from battery damage and should be secured like a tray.
Forum: Boats 03-15-2024, 11:11 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,506
Posted By DW
The base design has a rear platform, so it has it...

The base design has a rear platform, so it has it without the extended version.

This is a representative version of a platform and ladder, lots of variations:...
Forum: Boats 03-15-2024, 08:25 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,506
Posted By DW
I am negative on the fold rear deck. The bow...

I am negative on the fold rear deck. The bow deck is huge, so I rather have cockpit space behind the windshield.There are a potential 6 pedestal seat bases so buy about 4 matching seats plus 2...
Forum: Trailers and Tow Vehicles 03-15-2024, 11:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,206
Posted By DW
I have a contrarian view on hitch height. The...

I have a contrarian view on hitch height. The height must be level on tandem axle trailers, but level is not necessary on single axle trailers. Hitch height on singles should be as low as possible to...
Forum: General Discussion 03-15-2024, 11:49 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,758
Posted By DW
Its all about the coffee beans, and a fresh brew....

Its all about the coffee beans, and a fresh brew. My overwhelming choice is the arabica bean. My choice selections are Peets French Roast and Starbucks French Roast which are widely available...
Forum: Motors and Props 03-11-2024, 12:06 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,442
Posted By DW
1. I don’t know. 2. I said unique, not worse....

1. I don’t know.
2. I said unique, not worse. Towing related forces are very different than forces on the water.
3. There has been many threads on transom savers. All of the motor manufacturers...
Forum: Motors and Props 03-11-2024, 11:00 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,442
Posted By DW
^^^ With all the discussions in this forum...

^^^
With all the discussions in this forum about transom failures and warranty coverage, you are confident that Lund would repair a cracked transom, or hull and splashwell transom connection when...
Forum: Motors and Props 03-10-2024, 09:42 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,442
Posted By DW
I don’t recommend forcing bar transom savers to...

I don’t recommend forcing bar transom savers to attempt to stop the motor turning. If the motor turns while towing the steering should be tied off.

Ive towed my present rig about 90,000 miles...
Forum: General Discussion 03-10-2024, 05:03 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,031
Posted By DW
Last year an El Nino pattern was forecast and it...

Last year an El Nino pattern was forecast and it occurred. Precipitation distribution was forecast to decrease along the Northern tier and increase along the Southern tier. Reviewing the snowpack...
Forum: Motors and Props 03-09-2024, 10:36 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,442
Posted By DW
From Mercury Outboard website: “It’s no...

From Mercury Outboard website:

“It’s no secret that trailering can take its toll on your boat and outboard over time. Bumpy roads, abrupt stops and harmonic vibrations all put stresses on your...
Forum: Motors and Props 03-06-2024, 02:53 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,442
Posted By DW
The DD26 helps protect a motor. A bar type...

The DD26 helps protect a motor. A bar type support protects both a motor and transom.

For boaters that can walk and chew gum at the same time, a bar type support can be used without damaging a...
Forum: Motors and Props 03-05-2024, 10:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,442
Posted By DW
My take is that trailering is harder on a boat...

My take is that trailering is harder on a boat than the water. Note how many screws come lose when trailering.

When towing an unsupported motor it oscillates on the transom several times a second....
Forum: Boats 03-03-2024, 01:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,279
Posted By DW
I have a 2003 17’ Crestliner Sportfish bought...

I have a 2003 17’ Crestliner Sportfish bought new. Could have bought an 18’ for $2 k more. The 18’ class you mention is going for about $50k, new. I don’t know what my boat with repower is worth but...
Forum: Boats 02-12-2024, 09:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,284
Posted By DW
The top of the 3 step under platform ladder...

The top of the 3 step under platform ladder slides to the aft side of the platform, then a hinge enables the ladder to swing from horizontal to near vertical. Each of the ladder step frames telescope...
Forum: Boats 02-12-2024, 03:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,284
Posted By DW
This is the Gerelick platform originally...

This is the Gerelick platform originally installed in my boat. https://www.fisheriessupply.com/garelick-outboard-swim-platform-with-fold-down-ladder-step/19535-01

This design features a one step...
Forum: Boats 02-12-2024, 11:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,284
Posted By DW
I have a Gerelick platform ladder. I added a 3...

I have a Gerelick platform ladder. I added a 3 step under platform ladder for added depth and easier step up. I prefer the platform because it offers so much added utility. It doesn’t get in the way...
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