Recent content by Pipe_Dream

I could tell you about the $5K repair and maintenance bill that I just paid on the old Pipe Dream. But I don't really want to . . . Maybe soon I can find some time to go fishing!

I'm not drawing SS yet so I didn't know about this. But it never surprises me to learn that the big breaks that were anticipated don't come through like you thought they would. Meanwhile there is no serious discussion about reducing the debt, except for a proposal by Rand Paul. The debt is...

Not too heavy for a V-20, especially since it's a 2-stroke.

Do you have any photos of your Wellcraft? If you posted them before I didn't see them. Just thinking it's much easier for anyone to see if they're interested if they can see pics.

You've done a terrible thing . . . You've given me boat envy. But congratulations. Looking forward to seeing the finished product! A new boat! I wonder what that's like?

In 2004 we did a complete refit, repower and repaint. No transom work or stringer work necessary. Invested way more than I knew we would ever recoup, but the wife and I figured she'd be our last boat as in forever (we were in our early 40s then). All good until 2016 when I made the mistake of...

They're even forecasting some white stuff for us this Saturday, part of the same system that steplift20 is talking about. I'm hoping it pulls away from us and doesn't leave anything. We've already had more than enough (relatively) cold temps for our area. It's been about a year since we had...

How does a governor "go after Trump?" Sounds like meaningless rhetoric. But plenty get elected on meaningless rhetoric. I wish you luck.

Pretty sure the standard belly tank was 60 gallons. At least that's what was/is in my '83. But if yours is plastic it may be a replacement. My original tank was steel, and when it pitted and got holes in it I replaced it with a poly tank.

Now they're organizing demonstrations in a church? During a service? They've reached a new low. Disgusting.

Measure twice and order once. I'd be inclined to get the deck off and then measure to be sure.

Never heard of that before. So the title has the complete hull numbers but the hull doesn't?

Good looking boat, and nice fish! I have no experience with Tohatsu engines. What would be the cost? Versus finding a good condition well maintained Yamaha, I know those are hard to come by down this way. Afraid I have more questions than answers. Although it IS nice to have a brand new...

Dang, Skycopper -- I'm liking you more and more! Glad you joined our little club.

I am a fan of the 150-175 hp range. Main thing is the weight. 4-strokes are heavier than 2-strokes and can make the stern squat in the water, changing the dynamics of the boat handling and the effectiveness of the scuppers. If speed isn't an issue, go with an engine closest in weight to your...