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  1. Elliott

    Vehicle wax recommendations

    You should definitely not use a buffer/polisher to remove the cured wax. You will remove a fair amount of the wax, especially if you use a cotton or even a microfiber bonnet; the worst choice would be to use a rotary buffer versus a random orbital buffer with a cotton bonnet. You can apply...
  2. Elliott

    Vehicle wax recommendations

    I do not know why the Poly Wax is not performing well. I have use it on my cars and boat for years, and it typically lasts about a year. FWIW, I do apply it with a RO Buffer, which improves the bond to the surface. Is it possible that you applied the Poly Wax over some existing wax, and that...
  3. Elliott

    2020 FSH 210 and Tongue Weight Question

    If it bent it, I would not reuse it. I would buy a higher rated unit that has the correct amount of drop or rise.
  4. Elliott

    2020 FSH 210 and Tongue Weight Question

    From your photo #2, it looks like your ball is at an angle, and that would cause the problem you are experiencing. You need to buy a new tongue (not a new receiver) that will hold the ball perpendicular to the ground. Based on the markings, your tongue is strong enough so unless you did some...
  5. Elliott

    Winter Months

    Well, you can always use the trailer that came with it - take a trip(s) to warm weather/water during the winter.
  6. Elliott

    RV Resorts with Boat/Jet Ski Access

    In case no one responds - you probably already know about RV Parky (APP and website); it has a filter for boat ramp. I just put in Alexandria, VA (part of metro DC), and RV Parky found this: https://goosebaymarina.com/
  7. Elliott

    Thoughts on Wind Turbines

    Methane in the local water supply is part of nature, and it has been documented in the US since colonial times - including the flaming. Although a fracking well could be compromised and cause problems, fracking takes place very deep in the ground. I do not know the source of the youtube clip...
  8. Elliott

    Thoughts on Wind Turbines

    Your view is predicated on the notion that these technologies are "socially beneficial", and that informs your logic. I see it as government manipulation of the market place to achieve a political goal - just like ethanol. Ethanol was touted as a cure to the purported energy crisis and air...
  9. Elliott

    Thoughts on Wind Turbines

    It is a pick your poison, but it is always important to know your poison. Oil industry tax treatment allows for rapid recovery of expenses versus deductions over the imputed life of the well, for example. This recovery of capital allows the oil company to drill more wells more quickly to...
  10. Elliott

    Thoughts on Wind Turbines

    My issue with Wind Turbines is not NIMBY; it is tax dollars subsidizing a technology that: does not make economic sense in most cases (it is unlikely that many wind farms would exist without tax credits) and has real issues (unreliable output, noise, visual impact, bird deaths and etc) - all...
  11. Elliott

    Thoughts on Wind Turbines

    I believe almost all of those hydro stations were built before people were as concerned about nature/wildlife, and many or most were also built for flood control and water sources. At least many dams now have measures (fish ladders, modified intakes and etc.) to lessen their impact.
  12. Elliott

    Thoughts on Wind Turbines

    It is also troubling that wind farms get a pass on killing protected birds by the thousands. I doubt a traditional power station would remain open if the bodies of raptors and/or sea birds piled up around the plant.
  13. Elliott

    Vehicle wax recommendations

    You are correct - a carnuba blend works well (you sacrifice some longevity for a warmer gloss, which many regard as a good bargain). I personally like the cold glass look of synthetic wax, but that is just my choice. I was trying to answer the question about Griot's Best of Show wax, which is...
  14. Elliott

    People often talk about waxes - photos 1 year old wax and just done

    I do not know which RO Buffer you intend to buy; I would suggest buying a good one for about $150 (Griot's Garage G9) versus trying to save a little money. As to the orange pad - each company has their own color system; a Griot's orange pad (you will need a couple or have to clean it as you go)...
  15. Elliott

    Double towing camper and boat.

    Legality varies by state. https://rvlife.com/rv-triple-towing-laws/#:~:text=Additionally%2C%20RVers%20often%20tow%20boats,Colorado's%20highest%20peaks%20and%20beyond.
  16. Elliott

    Hard top options

    I am at 3 years with my FSH 190, and my canvas looks new. What is happening to yours? My boat is stored uncovered in a rack with a tiny roof over it; it blocks the sun for a couple of hours each day.
  17. Elliott

    looking to get more fresh cooler air in engine bay area

    Again, just run the fan. I, like many I would guess, have left the fan on while cruising; it is hard to hear above idle.
  18. Elliott

    looking to get more fresh cooler air in engine bay area

    Why? You could always just run the fan. Also in the event of a fire, the vents might make it more difficult to extinguish. The whole point of the fire extinguisher port is avoid providing a fire extra oxygen (from opening the engine bay door).
  19. Elliott

    Let's talk batteries....

    FWIW, I have been using my boat for three years with the two lead acid batteries that came with it. I have never recharged them with anything other than the boat's engine. While I do not run a stereo, I typically run the Garmin chart plotter/sonar all the time - including at anchor (watching...
  20. Elliott

    Advise

    Cannot speak to your model, but an enhancement (JBP Thrust Vectors or Cobra Steering) will be noticed and appreciated - especially at low speed / docking. I presume you know about the JBP group buy until 31 AUG.
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