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  1. Dan_NC

    Submerging the Trailer when launching and loading boat

    @rsg1963 are you still liking the surfix? Any issues ever develop?
  2. Dan_NC

    Any need to winterize in the South?

    I'm in North Carolina, and I don't winterize. I just get my yearly service done leading right into the fall and always use a stabilizer. Luckily our boats don't have the freeze issues that others experience in the winter. Just make sure your ballasts are empty and you blow the water out of...
  3. Dan_NC

    Boat and Trailer Security, Theft Deterrent, and Locating.

    AMP lock. Its the only boat trailer lock you will ever need. Albeit expensive, what else would I use to protect a $70K investment, err, I mean money pit. Amazon.com: AMPLOCK U-BRU2 Boat Trailer Lock (fits Specific 2 inches Coupler): Gateway
  4. Dan_NC

    Submerging the Trailer when launching and loading boat

    @swatski how did the surfix units turn out for you? I am having the same scratching issues with my black hull and the bunk carpet is toast.
  5. Dan_NC

    New bern (or similar) to Cape Look out run June 29th (tentative)

    @bronze_10 late June works well for us. Let me touch base with the windjammer and see if they can block rooms for a discounted rate.
  6. Dan_NC

    Aftermarket Trailer

    @bronze_10 did you go to a dealer for your trailer? If so which one, chatlee I assume? I am not liking my shorelandr and feel like 10K miles of towing last year justifies the added cost of a aluminum trailer. The stock trailer is fine, in and of its self, but it smokes through tires. Not to...
  7. Dan_NC

    Tongue Weight vs Level Trailer

    For what it is worth, I did an add-a-leaf kit which raised my rear 1.5" and run a no drop hitch. I am sure it rides a little high but the standard 2" drop hitch made towing feel like a trampoline over bumps. Other than that, I too noticed different ball hitch weight ratings depending on...
  8. Dan_NC

    SOLD 242 Bow Cover (smoke)

    bump. Any reasonable offer will likely be accepted.
  9. Dan_NC

    Testing to see who is tagged

    same
  10. Dan_NC

    Completed Purchased 242 / 240 Carpet

    Thank you to all who posted, @CraigAR and I have sealed the deal.
  11. Dan_NC

    VHF/GPS Combo

    This is what I am going with StructureScan 3D & Totalscan Skimmer Flush Mount | Accessory | Simrad USA
  12. Dan_NC

    Black Oak LED Light Bar

    @Van T perfect, that is exactly what i needed to hear. Thank you for the in sight!
  13. Dan_NC

    VHF/GPS Combo

    It always hurts, but just about anything can be fixed if you don't like it after install.
  14. Dan_NC

    Black Oak LED Light Bar

    @ZippyBoater I was thinking the upper cross member on the bimini frame. My solar panels have two bars that are above the bimini top, and it would closely mimic what I see center consoles do with their bimini tops.
  15. Dan_NC

    Black Oak LED Light Bar

    Hey all, Has anyone purchased, used, or installed the Black Oak brand LED light bars on their boat? From what I can tell on their website, it looks to be a quality product, decent pricing, and an easy install. Just wanted to see if anyone has any experience (good or bad) before I take the...
  16. Dan_NC

    VHF/GPS Combo

    @Yamaha212limiteds I recommend mounting your transducer under the ride plate. I originally mounted mine with the transom mount but @rsrlegends has me convinced that mounting to the ride plate is the best location. Transom mounting works well in functionality of the transducer, but creates a...
  17. Dan_NC

    Completed Purchased 242 / 240 Carpet

    Hey all, I know a bunch of folks have swapped out their carpet for seadek, so I wondered if anyone had snap in carpet they were looking to sell? Preferably from a 2017, but I think any of the newer 24' models should be close enough to make it work. I am willingly to pay you for them and for...
  18. Dan_NC

    2015 AR240 - Seadek/Marine Mat Sources

    I'm not sure if you are set on the sea dek or what it even costs, but to get OEM carpet seems to be reasonably priced (for boat stuff) and you could put snaps back in the hole. I found the following prices at 2017 Yamaha 242X E SERIES (SAT1800ES) Bimini Top / Carpet | Yamaha Sports Plaza 2015...
  19. Dan_NC

    Maiden voyage

    Welcome to the club. Hope to meet y'all at a gathering this year. I'm glad someone else had boating on their mind this early. I am still deciding whether to dunk her in the water this weekend. Fingers crossed we can get some warmer weather that sticks around without rain!
  20. Dan_NC

    VHF/GPS Combo

    What is your antenna mounting plan? Are you going to wire it up through the tower?
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