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Lester,

Can I get away with saying that's the nicest butt I have seen on a man in a long time?

That this does not look like a fab shop in Maine?

Really nice post Marty.

Glad to see your patience paid off.

You guys are hard core. WTG.

[quote="welder"]I would remove the two smaller fuel tanks and the concrete ballast then have two larger fuel tanks built [ Like a 100 gallons each ] for below deck . If you want to run twins or a large single with maybe a kicker , Oh Baby, you can run 4 or 5 days and not hit the fuel dock ...

I think the second box should be left open for the fuure owner, as everyone's taste's and needs are different. I do not think I would try to adapt the space for a locking reel/rod storage as I personally think you need a lot more room to make this really nice, and would prefer so see that go under d...

The front AND rear overhead boxes under the ttop are a nice idea Jay. Never seen that before.

[quote="NUKE"]Dear BSer ,no worrys here Mate . I was just under the impression that you posted your fishing trip because there was no indication that it was not . The WOW was for the picture posting by you which is rare indeed and most rare still is an actual picture of you boating and fis...

tig welding will fit into very tight places, and is probably the way to go on limited small areas. This technique, combined with you spool gun for the wide open spaces, shpuld get the job done I would think.

[quote="mojomizer"]Jetty that is why I am saving some money a penny at a time. Seems the closest dealer is going online in late August. Bullshiper/Jeff a deckhand? When/ Where? In the late 80's I did the Freelance out of Davies Locker. You should show us your favorite bait making rigs. Hav...

The Japanese have really made an art out of this style of fishing. As a deckhand, I used to throw a lot of salas and tady iron, but these guys have a whole new game going on.

But it sure is a lot of work when its hot.

Think I'll stick to live baits that do most of the work in my old age. :D

Really a very nice post.

Thanks for taking the time to put this all together.

Looks like a great place. Thanks for sharing.

[quote="Chaps"][quote="Bullshipper"] I just wonder if twin 175's are enough power? She probably rides so smooth that shock absorbing seating is not necessary, but its obvious that the owner set her up like he wanted. Does the deck step up at the bow Chaps?[/quote] I think thats t...

With close to a 10' beam, a low price, solid construction, and weather protection, this cat has a lot of things going for it that you won't find on others. It has the World cat 27HT beat as far as I am concerned. The single panel sides cut down on the construction cost and the channel rubrails also ...

[quote="Bullshipper"]Not out of a tinny, but I thought you guys might be interested. Jeff, I had to take the Link out as one of our little Alloy dudes went there and the big alloy dudes weren't happy. We can mention and refer people to Bloodydecks.com but we have to watch what links we pos...

Glad to hear you guy are good. The epicenter was real close to town.
Stay safe.

[quote="NUKE"]Wow,a picture from BSer ! very nice catch indeed . Which fellow are you in the picture ? and how come you weren't on your alloy ? :roll:[/quote] Nuke, http://www.thehulltruth.com/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=198663&posts=1&highlight=nuke&highlightmode=1#M2067873 You...

Not out of a tinny, but I thought you guys might be interested. Jeff, I had to take the Link out as one of our little Alloy dudes went there and the big alloy dudes weren't happy. We can mention and refer people to Bloodydecks.com but we have to watch what links we post [ this will remain a family s...

Foamers and gorging whales are one of the great sights on the water. Thanks for the link.

Raising the motor will really help to eliminate drag. I also supect that welders weight is placed farther back and this difference in balance might help him to trim up the bow for more speed at the same rpms too. PH's always seem to collect and carry more gear/weight than a CC, so these 3 things wou...

If the deck is higher than the surrounding water level, then I would install some rear or sidewall scuppers, and probably put a cover with a handle on the deck grill to force the water out by gravity. Scuppers cost about $4-7 each plus shipping, and you don't need to weld. I would also go to a 800 g...

[quote="mojomizer"]Skfmj/ My Wot (wide open throttle) is 5200 rpm and running around 40 mph. The anti ventilation plate is even with the keel. I am getting some fanning and will raise the motor. Though going with the slightly larger prop I will reduce my Rpm...... raising the motor will ho...

I personaly think the shakesphere bigwater ulgy stick is a very good value. All aftco rollers in the XX class for $160 from basspro. These are the only ugly sticks I have seen that are not ugly.

They have a softer tip than my calstar's, and I prefer this with heavy drags, especially on large tuna.

She really has a lot of extra systems on the hull.

Very nice boat.

Just drawings.

send me your email address if interested. I think its a good layout, kinda unique.

thanks for the link. great story.