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Fishing your Alloy Boat
Where & How You Fish Your Alloy Boat
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Hauling Your Alloy Rig
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Sun May 30, 2021 2:45 pm
Take your kid/a service member fishing
Dedicated to the spirit of Marty McMillan
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MY DAD

Last post by feeling07 « Thu Aug 20, 2009 12:42 am
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by IRONWOODTUNA(CODY) » Mon Dec 01, 2008 8:51 pm
This topic was posted 4924 days ago
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The arrangement's have been made and i appreciate all of you helping me

if you woukld like to come you are more than welcome and here is the info....

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Cody, I feel so sorry for your loss. Its really awful tragedy. I know its hard time for you but its all in God's hand. My deeply condolences for you....

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Last post by feeling07
Thu Aug 20, 2009 12:42 am
Mill Scale

Last post by Tin Cup « Thu May 26, 2022 6:30 am
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by Tin Cup » Wed May 04, 2022 9:09 am
This topic was posted 23 days ago
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Greetings AAB,

I hope everyone is having a good spring.

This picture from a recent outing, I like it as it makes the boat look big! The...

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Haven't done it yet, been too busy fishing! Maybe this weekend I'll get to it.

Did run into Clambo yesterday at the ramp in Barrington. Also saw...

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Last post by Tin Cup
Thu May 26, 2022 6:30 am
Pacific skiff vs. Stabicraft

Last post by MaddogShady « Wed May 25, 2022 10:07 pm
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by MaddogShady » Tue May 24, 2022 9:48 pm
This topic was posted 2 days ago
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Anyone with experience on both a Stabicraft and a Pacific Skiff?
-trying to decide between a stabicraft 2050, 0r 2250 ultra center cab and a Pacific...

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Thanks- I am trying to find the best aluminum boat for the gulf, and the local bays with a pilot house of some sort to keep out of the weather. A...

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Last post by MaddogShady
Wed May 25, 2022 10:07 pm
Pacific 2025

Last post by welder « Sat May 21, 2022 8:16 pm
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by Tin Cup » Thu Apr 30, 2020 4:50 pm
This topic was posted 756 days ago
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Greetings,

It's been a LONG time since I have posted. While I peruse the site occasionally, I figured with the shutdown who is not looking for fish...

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Great post, thanks for sharing.

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Last post by welder
Sat May 21, 2022 8:16 pm
New boat not so new anymore

Last post by kmorin « Thu May 19, 2022 2:56 pm
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by Trousertrout » Mon Apr 18, 2022 8:13 pm
This topic was posted 38 days ago
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Hello all. Haven't been on here for a bit. I finally received my boat at the end of December. I took it out of wanchese for the giant bluefin...

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maiadash ,
We'd like a separate topic and build sequence pictures! Not just a teaser that you've built- Pls post a thread on your build??

T'trout,...

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Last post by kmorin
Thu May 19, 2022 2:56 pm
pacific assassin build

Last post by welder « Mon May 02, 2022 9:38 am
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by noexcuses2 » Thu Sep 30, 2021 1:23 pm
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Thought this might be enjoyed over here.

I have been thinking of getting/building another boat since I sold my Contender 27 open several years ago....

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Thanks for the videos, she is a fishing machine for sure.
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Last post by welder
Mon May 02, 2022 9:38 am
CORROSION!!! And lots of it.

Last post by kmorin « Sat Apr 23, 2022 3:25 pm
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by Rockfisher62 » Thu Apr 21, 2022 11:42 pm
This topic was posted 35 days ago
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I was going fishing last week, then I noticed a foul odor from my boat. I thought a battery tipped over. Nope. I took everything apart and found...

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Rock'62,
I'd remark about the newer photos in context of the first set you posted.

1st. I'd say there might be two separate but related instances...

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Last post by kmorin
Sat Apr 23, 2022 3:25 pm
Lund Alaskan floatation

Last post by Trousertrout « Wed Apr 20, 2022 1:45 pm
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by slammer32 » Wed Apr 20, 2022 9:33 am
This topic was posted 37 days ago
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Hi - 1999 Lund Alaskan 18 ft. Floatation is water logged. looking at redoing it all. Looks like I can access by pulling floor and the top of the...

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Just bottles. The boats never sank so I guess it worked out

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Last post by Trousertrout
Wed Apr 20, 2022 1:45 pm
G3 Boat Rolls to Port

Last post by welder « Wed Apr 20, 2022 8:10 am
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by Wishbone5902 » Tue Apr 19, 2022 5:53 pm
This topic was posted 37 days ago
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I have a 2019 G3 18 ft DLX Bay Series with a 90 VMax Yamaha. I recently had the prop repaired for a slightly bent blade and afterwards the boat now...

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Did this do this before the prop repair?

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Last post by welder
Wed Apr 20, 2022 8:10 am
Welding

Last post by kmorin « Thu Apr 14, 2022 7:50 pm
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by Metal Health » Wed Apr 13, 2022 6:55 pm
This topic was posted 43 days ago
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I have a Pacific 2325 based here in NJ and I’m looking for a welder that has experience with aluminum boats. Any recommendations in the Northeast?

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Metal Health,

Never met One-3 before, he's on the East Coast and I'm in Alaska, but I have built a few welded aluminum boats and will say the anyone...

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Last post by kmorin
Thu Apr 14, 2022 7:50 pm
Zep-a-Lume

Last post by Tfitz « Sun Apr 03, 2022 10:19 pm
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by salmonater » Sun Mar 20, 2022 9:16 pm
This topic was posted 67 days ago
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I’ve been trying to source this and can’t find anyone who still Carry’s it. I emailed Zep and they haven’t responded, any ideas?

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I found ZepAlum at Kenworth trucking store. They use it to wash down Aluminum trailers

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Last post by Tfitz
Sun Apr 03, 2022 10:19 pm
time-lapse jet build

Last post by gandrfab « Fri Apr 01, 2022 5:08 am

by gandrfab » Fri Apr 01, 2022 5:08 am
This topic was posted 56 days ago

Stumbled onto this on Facebook.
Comments say it's Miracle Marine inc.

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Fri Apr 01, 2022 5:08 am
One3 Powerboats new 24' Offshore Center

Last post by one3powerboats « Sun Mar 27, 2022 6:25 pm
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by one3powerboats » Mon Mar 14, 2022 3:13 pm
This topic was posted 73 days ago
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24 jeg.jpg Pleased to share a few construction photo's of the next Seamless edition center console build. This model featuring an additional 6''...

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Hi Kevin, I am happy to share! This shear line is a one off. Truthfully the inspiration came to me about 2 years ago. A cold molded wood build caught...

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Last post by one3powerboats
Sun Mar 27, 2022 6:25 pm
list of self-bailing manufacturers?

Last post by JB365 « Mon Mar 14, 2022 1:42 am
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by JB365 » Thu Feb 24, 2022 8:18 pm
This topic was posted 91 days ago
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No need to start the advantages/disadvantages of self-bailing hulls debate again, that has been covered enough times. Everybody's got their...

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Thanks Criagb,
Very good insight, got any details on what your experience is? It feels like I could learn from your wisdom, that's all.
I can go 20+...

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Last post by JB365
Mon Mar 14, 2022 1:42 am
My new North River Seahawk Offshore 24'

Last post by BCTony « Tue Mar 08, 2022 11:16 am
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by BCTony » Thu May 02, 2013 8:40 pm
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Received some build in progress pictures of my new boat from North River. Boat is to have:-
Twin Yamaha F200 plus 9.9 Kicker
National Admiral...

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It's back in the water now, and, yes - the boat is in wet moorage (water) all year round. All anodes have been changed, aluminum. I believe anti-foul...
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Last post by BCTony
Tue Mar 08, 2022 11:16 am
Should I avoid this boat

Last post by Chaps « Sat Feb 26, 2022 9:47 pm
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by TN4thGen » Sat Feb 19, 2022 8:22 am
This topic was posted 97 days ago
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Hello! I have just discovered this forum, and I’m looking forward to learning more about aluminum boats.

I am shopping for a Marinette and I...

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Well you forced me to find my reading glasses Kevin and take a closer look . . . and it's still hard to tell for sure. The forefoot could be rough...

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Last post by Chaps
Sat Feb 26, 2022 9:47 pm
Etching in video example

Last post by kmorin « Sat Feb 19, 2022 8:10 pm
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by kmorin » Sat Oct 16, 2021 11:09 pm
This topic was posted 222 days ago
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For any new builder, owner, buyer- this is what needs to happen after the metal work is done, and before any other work- including paint begins....

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I'm bumping this thread to include some images that I may have already posted? but not sure? I haven't found where I posted these pics but they...

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Last post by kmorin
Sat Feb 19, 2022 8:10 pm
24.5ft NW pilothouse restoration. Corrosion/flooring questions

Last post by kmorin « Sat Feb 19, 2022 3:23 pm
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by tom_northcoast » Mon Feb 07, 2022 2:23 pm
This topic was posted 108 days ago
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Hi everyone,

First time poster here. I’ve read a lot on these forums, and have found especially helpful the comments of Kevin up in Alaska, learned...

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Tom, the new photos really help put the photos above into a better location reference! Now I can see that a shot from on deck into the cabin sole...

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Last post by kmorin
Sat Feb 19, 2022 3:23 pm
bringing home a new boat.

Last post by welder « Sat Feb 05, 2022 7:25 pm
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by Sparky508 » Mon Sep 27, 2021 1:13 pm
This topic was posted 242 days ago
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Been searching all over hell to breakfast and looking to see if I have this correct.

Bringing home a brandy new AL boat. (220 pro fisherman) I...

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Nice looking ride, should have many years of joy with her.
:thumbsup: :beer: :thumbsup: :beer: :joecool:

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Last post by welder
Sat Feb 05, 2022 7:25 pm
Bottom Paint flaking/hull pitting

Last post by Chaps « Mon Jan 31, 2022 9:45 am
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by allanb76 » Sun Jan 30, 2022 7:47 am
This topic was posted 117 days ago
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First of all, I stumbled across this forum while trying to learn about my 2019 Silver streak issue....what a great site with a wealth of information!...

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Cathodic overprotection can occur if magnesium anodes are used in salt or brackish water. Is it possible that your boat was previously equipped with...

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Last post by Chaps
Mon Jan 31, 2022 9:45 am
Wrong brush used on boat

Last post by welder « Sat Jan 22, 2022 8:28 pm
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by Douglasdzaster » Fri Jan 21, 2022 1:44 am
This topic was posted 126 days ago
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Hello everyone, I’m new here. Please forgive me if I’m posting in the wrong place.
I’m in a bit of a pickle. I’ve been sanding the floor in my 1983...

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Kevin, THANK YOU for another awesome post.

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Last post by welder
Sat Jan 22, 2022 8:28 pm
17' Valco Bayrunner leak problem

Last post by kmorin « Sat Jan 15, 2022 2:22 pm
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by silverstreak1 » Wed Jan 12, 2022 1:09 pm
This topic was posted 134 days ago
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Hi Forum members,
I have a 1990 vintage 17' Valco Bayrunner I purchased about 8 years ago. It is powered by a 2004 Mercury 60 hp 4 stroke engine....

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silverstreak1,
I'd vote the primary problem was from the foam in the bilges? If you search a little in the recent posts we've seen several...

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Last post by kmorin
Sat Jan 15, 2022 2:22 pm
Sound proofing in hull

Last post by Powercat « Sat Jan 15, 2022 2:59 am

by Powercat » Sat Jan 15, 2022 2:59 am
This topic was posted 132 days ago

Hi everyone

Just looking for some advice on a 6.7m cat we are having built for which we discussed soundproofing the hull and which they have fitted...

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Last post by Powercat
Sat Jan 15, 2022 2:59 am
Corrosion on kicker anode only

Last post by Chaps « Sat Jan 08, 2022 10:37 pm
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by Trousertrout » Thu Jan 06, 2022 4:22 pm
This topic was posted 140 days ago
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Boat is 1 week old. Only been in the water for 3 days(freshwater). Corrosion starting on kicker anode. Hull, main motor anodes are fine. Duckworth...

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Your kicker anode is not welded, those are your hull anodes that are welded. All outboards, even big Mercury's with stainless props, are factory...

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Last post by Chaps
Sat Jan 08, 2022 10:37 pm
Pilot house build wanted

Last post by Tonyle1987 « Mon Jan 03, 2022 12:14 pm
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by Tonyle1987 » Wed Dec 29, 2021 3:00 pm
This topic was posted 148 days ago
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Hi, I just want to build the pilot house for my pacific skiff 23/25 anyone know any place around in New England do that.

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I live in Rhode Island. Thanks you everyone

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