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by goatram
Fri Aug 21, 2015 3:26 pm
Forum: Welcome New Members
Topic: I seem to be getting 4'itis
Replies: 3
Views: 5454

Re: I seem to be getting 4'itis

Welcome dennis :beer: Congrats on the new Grandson. :highfive: There are few of the aluminum boats around here in Washington. Kinda the same weather in the summer but your winters are best kept in your neck of the woods. Boats with Forts are enjoyed year round here in the PNW. Winter time Blackmouth...
by goatram
Thu Aug 20, 2015 11:11 am
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Just needs fdinishing
Replies: 8
Views: 6942

Re: Just needs fdinishing

Currently Tapped out. Nice boat though. in it for another 60 to 70 thousand dollars and a few months work. Add another 10 to 15 Gs for the big trailer to hull the beast around. Chaps you will be required to build a bigger shed. In for the copper penny in for the Building. You can still convert to Ou...
by goatram
Sat Aug 01, 2015 9:46 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Hull Corrosion on Hewescraft 220 Ocean Pro
Replies: 38
Views: 27672

Re: Hull Corrosion on 2010 Hewescraft 220 Ocean Pro

No Bronze wool pads Should be Used. Red Scotch brite is course, green is medium, White is fine, This is what you should use to help clean. Kevin has also recommended heating the area prior to applying the acid. The Coarser you use requires more polishing to restore to a shine.. If you rubb for and a...
by goatram
Thu Jul 30, 2015 7:44 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Hull Corrosion on Hewescraft 220 Ocean Pro
Replies: 38
Views: 27672

Re: Hull Corrosion on 2010 Hewescraft 220 Ocean Pro

Sent you a PM. Two Gallons used would have should have it clean as a whistle :shocked:
by goatram
Thu Jul 30, 2015 11:55 am
Forum: Aluminum Boats For Sale
Topic: 05' 30' Alum Pilothouse Diesel inboard crew/ launch/ fishing
Replies: 16
Views: 9330

Re: 05' 30' Alum Pilothouse Diesel inboard crew/ launch/ fis

A 27' Pursuit was $3500 on it's own trailer from Long Island to Lake Stevens.
by goatram
Mon Jul 27, 2015 7:40 pm
Forum: Aluminum Boats For Sale
Topic: 05' 30' Alum Pilothouse Diesel inboard crew/ launch/ fishing
Replies: 16
Views: 9330

Re: 05' 30' Alum Pilothouse Diesel inboard crew/ launch/ fis

Nice looking Boat. Price is sweet as well. Wish you a speedy sale. :beer:
by goatram
Mon Jul 27, 2015 7:34 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Hull Corrosion on Hewescraft 220 Ocean Pro
Replies: 38
Views: 27672

Re: Hull Corrosion on 2010 Hewescraft 220 Ocean Pro

Thank you Goatram! When I first used the Sharkhide brand aluminum cleaner, I did not tape anything off as the owner said it would not effect the plastic decal above the metal that I was treating. Obviously the Zep-a-lume is much stronger so you are recommending taping off areas that I don't want th...
by goatram
Sun Jul 26, 2015 9:06 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Hull Corrosion on Hewescraft 220 Ocean Pro
Replies: 38
Views: 27672

Re: Hull Corrosion on 2010 Hewescraft 220 Ocean Pro

Your sides are not that bad. Pull the floors this winter and remove the foam. Then Wash the inside with the Acid as Kevin recommends as well as the outside. Use your PPE, If you work at Uncle Bills sign out a respirator then return it when your done, The Blue Green Gloves work well; use rubber bands...
by goatram
Wed Jul 22, 2015 7:57 pm
Forum: Welcome New Members
Topic: Another old noob
Replies: 5
Views: 5457

Re: Another old noob

Welcome Yofish. Where are you located? Looks like Kevin is aware of your work. That is a good enough intro for me :thumbsup:
by goatram
Wed Jul 22, 2015 12:05 am
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Electrolysis on Pacific Skiff 22 DV
Replies: 13
Views: 11491

Re: Electrolysis on Pacific Skiff 22 DV

I have a couple of cans of Corrosion X on had that I have sprayed on my Engines and Electrical contacts and wires. What We have used on Commercial Aircraft Internal Structure is Dinatrol on Northwest Airlines, UPS, Hawaiin, as well as Alaska Airlines. Fed Ex uses LPS -3. Both are a LITTLE GIRL to cl...
by goatram
Thu Jul 16, 2015 8:32 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: BF 250 Honda
Replies: 4
Views: 4905

Re: BF 250 Honda

Mine are around 350hrs currently. Jeff; JD should have fixed by next weekend. No later than the 5th in time for the WTC, i.e. the Washington Tuna Classic. :thumbsup:
by goatram
Wed Jul 15, 2015 1:21 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: BF 250 Honda
Replies: 4
Views: 4905

BF 250 Honda

Well even with my broke leg , the boat work continues. This past Saturday part of my normal crew showed up at the boat for a Salmon trip. They prepped the boat and started engines. % minutes the Starboard engine alarm sounds. The call me i tell them to check filters. No water. but they find the wate...
by goatram
Mon Jun 29, 2015 7:04 pm
Forum: Alloy Shop Talk
Topic: Put A Cork In It
Replies: 2
Views: 4446

Re: Put A Cork In It

It works and should last a few years. :highfive:
by goatram
Fri Jun 26, 2015 12:04 pm
Forum: Sittin' on the Dock
Topic: Now he did it, the Goat is in the hospital
Replies: 14
Views: 11230

Re: Now he did it, the Goat is in the hospital

Bob Thanks for letting my other Favorite Forum know my status. It is true I was working in my yard pushing dirt over my retainer wall when I slipped and fell 6 to 8 ft. So far I spent 2 weeks at Harbor View Hospital in Seattle. I return this coming Tuesday for my next surgery. They will remove my 4 ...
by goatram
Wed Jun 10, 2015 11:25 pm
Forum: Welcome New Members
Topic: New Guy San Diego
Replies: 4
Views: 4530

Re: New Guy San Diego

Welcome :thumbsup:
by goatram
Wed Jun 10, 2015 11:24 pm
Forum: Welcome New Members
Topic: Just bought an Armstrong Pilot House and am glad to be here
Replies: 15
Views: 11918

Re: Just bought an Armstrong Pilot House and am glad to be h

Nicely Done Sire :thumbsup:

I know the pleasure and pain of mods. :banghead:
by goatram
Mon Jun 08, 2015 10:55 pm
Forum: Welcome New Members
Topic: Just bought an Armstrong Pilot House and am glad to be here
Replies: 15
Views: 11918

Re: Just bought an Armstrong Pilot House and am glad to be h

Nice Clean up of the wiring. How doe she run for you? Been out fishing it yet ?
by goatram
Thu Jun 04, 2015 5:58 pm
Forum: Hauling Your Alloy Rig
Topic: replacing springs, and flipping the axle
Replies: 4
Views: 12025

Re: replacing springs, and flipping the axle

I have 3 Dexter 3500 lb Torsion Bar axles in the yard. Too bad ya don't live closer. Gypsea has a good Idea to see how much movement is at your springs and frame. A rubber dohiki between the frame and the axle might cushion the bumps a little. A torsion Axle bolts right to the frame and then you can...
by goatram
Thu Jun 04, 2015 12:47 am
Forum: Alloy Shop Talk
Topic: Marine Cushions
Replies: 3
Views: 5661

Re: Marine Cushions

Your crew will fall asleep fast. The bump and grind of a long trip will be softened by the Bags. I only got to sit in mine once. all the other times I am at the helm and some SOB else gets to sit in it.
by goatram
Fri Apr 17, 2015 10:04 pm
Forum: Welcome New Members
Topic: new here
Replies: 6
Views: 5168

Re: new here

Welcome and your shop is like mine; Too Small :skillet:
by goatram
Fri Apr 17, 2015 9:31 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Support AAB
Replies: 13
Views: 10608

Re: Support AAB

I will Say "Thank-you all for Me to continue to read and Contribute here. I am a Selfish Bast&rd. :thumbsup:
by goatram
Wed Apr 15, 2015 8:27 pm
Forum: Welcome New Members
Topic: Hello, from OHIO
Replies: 4
Views: 4708

Re: Hello, from OHIO

Welcome to AAB :thumbsup:

Ya come to the right place. Lots to learn. :clint:
by goatram
Mon Apr 06, 2015 8:23 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Is etching necessary on a new hull?
Replies: 9
Views: 6094

Re: Is etching necessary on a new hull?

In the States it is required for boats 20' and under. I am completely comfortable not having Flotation on current boat and on my old 21' Northriver. If the Boat sinks I don't want her back. :titanic:
by goatram
Mon Apr 06, 2015 8:16 pm
Forum: Your Alloy Boat
Topic: 23' custom aluminum pilothouse restore. Builder???
Replies: 8
Views: 9364

Re: 23' custom aluminum pilothouse restore. Builder???

Welcome and Congrats! She looks nice :thumbsup: