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  1. capt

    Rough Water?

    My roughest water experience. Well the offshore fishing trip was interesting. Saturday we had 2-3 ft waves. Boat handled it well! Caught some kingfish and a jack crevalle. We traveled a total of 110 miles and went through 50 gallons of fuel. Furthest we went out was 36 miles from shore. For...
  2. capt

    2008 Yamaha AR230 boat cover

    Based upon the text it's correct. The picture is wrong though.
  3. capt

    WAHOO!!!

    If you are refueling using gas cans this is a back saver. FlowPro Siphon 1” x 6’ Hose | Self-Priming Shaker Style Siphon Pump https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RZHEFSO/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_G41VN3SD4RFS8CSPJJSB
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    WAHOO!!!

    I usually ratchet strap a few in the bow on the floor and then a few on the swim deck. I've found adding weight in the bow will help cut through the waves instead of slapping the face of the wave. Just gotta be careful to not take water over the bow.
  5. capt

    WAHOO!!!

    I have gone up to 50 miles off shore. I avg 2 mpg. Usually carry extra fuel in 5 gallon cans. We were planning to go out 60 miles but weather was not cooperating.
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    My “DUMBASS MOMENT”

    I had the same thing happen to me. Forgot the anchor was out and started going pulling my kids on the tube. The anchor was skipping across the water next to the tube! Scared the crap out of me. Has never happened again!
  7. capt

    Need help! Key Assembly broke

    I still need some help if some one could draw a diagram I think I could figure it out from there. I want to hook up one latching push button for both motors to turn them to on position and one momentary push button per motor. Plan to use these switches. If anyone could help me figure this is...
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    Need help! Key Assembly broke

    Thanks for the help.
  9. capt

    Need help! Key Assembly broke

    My key assembly broke again! I am in need of some solutions. The plastic barrel broke and the key assembly will not stay in the hole through the dash. I glued it back together a couple of years ago but I don't think that's an option now. I would like to setup a push button start if possible...
  10. capt

    WAHOO!!!

    June 1st till August 2nd
  11. capt

    WAHOO!!!

    It's a Wahoo. They are beautiful fish. We limited out on red snapper and caught a little tuna and a 6 foot hammer head.
  12. capt

    WAHOO!!!

    Had a great day yesterday out of Freeport TX. Hooked into this only 42 miles out!
  13. capt

    Is $33k too much for Yamaha-

    This is a Great boat at a GREAT price! https://jetboaters.net/threads/2009-ar230-for-sale-soon-ohio-28k.34283/
  14. capt

    SOLD SOLD - 2009 AR230 For Sale- Ohio/KY- $28k

    Wow that is a great price in this market! In surprised your not asking 35k. Good luck with the sale. It should go quick!
  15. capt

    Casting Platform

    Thanks for sharing I like those platforms
  16. capt

    Casting Platform

    Can anyone share a link to these bow casting platform write ups and mounting a trolling motor? I can't find them with the search feature.
  17. capt

    Is $33k too much for Yamaha-

    That boat would sell for 18k 18 months ago
  18. capt

    Shallows in Rockport Area

    I've launched down there many times but we go directly offshore. I have never spent time in the shallows. The best advice I can give is to learn how to read a tide chart and get a good navigation system.
  19. capt

    Need some help in the Fort Worth Texas area <storage>

    Well technically I store mine in an uncovered spot. For 80 bucks a month. Until my custom garage is finished next year! Can't wait!
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    Need some help in the Fort Worth Texas area <storage>

    I use this place. It is reasonably priced and close to the lake. All Storage Boat Club - 6355 WJ Boaz Rd, Fort Worth, TX
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