Forum: General Discussion
11-24-2020, 09:16 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 783
Snap Weight Release
Thanks everyone for your comments. I have tried multiple Offhsore releases and Cabelas version. I like how easily the Cabelas releases attached to the line but I have had these come off as well. I...
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Forum: General Discussion
11-23-2020, 03:37 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 783
Snap Weight Release
I run Suffix 832 braid in 20 lb. test on my trolling reels. I have been trying different types of releases as I keep having them fall off while trolling. Has anyone found a release that holds well on...
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Forum: Share A Seat
10-06-2020, 01:21 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 882
Great Lakes Walleye
I am looking for a partner who likes to fish the great lakes. I am 66 YO and live in Northern IL. I fish Green bay, Erie and Bay of Qunite when you can cross the boarder. I also love to fish Rainy...
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Forum: Members Fishing Reports
10-06-2020, 01:16 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,533
Green Bay Report
Thanks to all for your reply. I guess I will have to invest in some guided trips. I learned what I know about Erie that same way. I can typically catch fish anywhere. Thus year GB has been tough for...
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Forum: Members Fishing Reports
10-05-2020, 10:01 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,533
Green Bay Report
Well I can say I am very frustrated with GB this year. I have only been fishing there for a few years. I have had mixed results. I use the Oconto ramp quite a bit. I went out to a reef complex on...
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Forum: General Discussion
09-11-2020, 10:36 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 672
Okuma
It is not often when a company totally surpasses your expectations when it comes to customer service. Well Okuma did just that. When I needed their help they came through with flying colors. I have...
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Forum: Members Fishing Reports
09-04-2020, 12:31 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,209
Rainy Lake Report
I just returned from another trip to rainy Lake. I picked the wrong time to go in terms of the wind. Fishing was a bit challenging and a major lightning storm in a tent didn't help. I found the...
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Forum: Electronics
06-15-2020, 08:55 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,093
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Forum: Members Fishing Reports
06-15-2020, 08:54 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,209
Rainy Lake
We just returned from a few days on Rainy. Had a great time as always. Camping in Voyager is such a treat. Not too many places like this in NA. We got there following a cold front with wind. Did not...
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Forum: Electronics
06-09-2020, 08:05 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,093
Solix 10
I did add the 2nd high speed transducer. I did not go with a through the hull version. I can honestly say that this unit at speed now reads better than any locator I have ad over the 35 years. I am...
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Forum: Members Fishing Reports
06-05-2020, 08:54 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,209
Rainy Lake
Can't wait to get back up there is a few days. Any reports from Rainy? What is the current water temp? Smallies spawning yet?
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Forum: Trailers and Tow Vehicles
06-01-2020, 01:44 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 7,357
GM 6.2 liter
I run 93 octane all the time with my truck. It's a 6.2 liter Cadillac Escalade with a 10 speed. I just got near 14 mpg pulling my 621 at 75+mph for a long trip. I get over 18 mpg when driving on the...
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Forum: Electronics
06-01-2020, 01:37 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,093
Solix 10
Just did an electronics upgrade. Put a Solix 10 and a Helix 9 at the helm. The Helix is primarily for mapping while the Solix is for sonar/imaging. The new Solix is awesome. My unit has side and down...
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Forum: Motors and Props
05-18-2020, 11:23 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,003
Mercury Rev 4
My prop is a 19P Rev 4. The 3 blade Yamaha prop was a 21P
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Forum: Motors and Props
05-18-2020, 08:30 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,003
Mercury Rev 4 / Ranger 621
I was told by John at DAH for a long time that I needed a Mercury REV 4 prop tuned by him for my Ranger 621 VS. I have a 300 hp Yamaha and like all Rangers with this motor it came with the Yamaha 21P...
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Forum: Members Fishing Reports
04-28-2020, 01:27 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 893
Oconto Ramp
Thanks for the info. The harbour cam there has been down. Before that I could see the barricades.
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Forum: Members Fishing Reports
04-27-2020, 10:51 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 893
Oconto Ramp
I understand the Oconto ramp is closed. Where can I launch?
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Forum: Trailers and Tow Vehicles
03-31-2020, 10:30 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 7,357
GM 6.2 liter
I have a new Cadillac Escalade with a 6.2 liter and a 10 speed. Not exactly the same but very similar. My earlier tow vehicle was a 2010 Chevy Silverado with a 5.3 liter. I run 93 octane in the...
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Forum: Trailers and Tow Vehicles
03-26-2020, 01:08 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 883
Ranger Trailer Brake Maintenance
Vault hubs are from UFP. Both UFP and Rangers service department were very helpful in supplying documents showing how to service their parts. There are also Youtube video's for UFP service. Not all...
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Forum: Trailers and Tow Vehicles
03-26-2020, 08:52 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 883
Used Tournament Trailer
Lesson learned from buying a used tournament boat. Most pro-fishermen have a full time profession beside fishing. Taking care of a full time job, fishing and taking care of the Ponderosa does not...
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Forum: Trailers and Tow Vehicles
01-09-2020, 08:18 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 685
Ranger Trailer Brake Maintenance
I found that Ranger uses a complete UFP brake system including the suspension arms. I decided at the end of the day to order complete caliper assemblies and replace the whole thing. It is not worth...
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Forum: Trailers and Tow Vehicles
01-09-2020, 08:13 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 640
Ranger Hubs
I found out through Ranger that since about 2010 all hubs are UFP Vault Hubs. These are pressurized with grease that changes viscosity at high temperatures and lubricates more like oil. They are good...
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Forum: Trailers and Tow Vehicles
01-05-2020, 07:08 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 685
Ranger trailer brake maintenance
I am in the middle of going through my trailer brakes. I have a 2013 621 with brakes on both axles. I looks like the trailer has UFP DB-35 disc brake calipers. From what I find online it looks like a...
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Forum: Trailers and Tow Vehicles
01-04-2020, 10:49 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 640
2013 Ranger Cool Hubs
I have a 2013 Ranger 621 with what I think are Cool hubs. My hubs don't have a set screw to drain and refill the hub oil. They don't look like Turbo or Vault hubs but Cool hubs should have a hole....
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Forum: Members Fishing Reports
09-19-2019, 09:15 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,233
Trolling Rainy Lake
Since so many read my post and no one responded, I thought I would post an update. Trolling did not work for us on our recent trip to Rainy. The wind had been blowing pretty strong after a couple...
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