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Used to have a large army/navy net over the topside of our old center console. The net will flap a bit in the wind. Have found it to be the most effective over the years vs other methods

Honda/Suzuki/mercury/Yamaha all have excellent reputations. I don’t think you will be unhappy whichever way you go, and you will enjoy the little extra hp

Agree that your first item to check is if the oil level is enough in the reservoir to operate the trim. The seals may need to be replaced but if you fill up the oil again it may work for a while.

this is correct for CA. There is a boater ID card requirement in CA - phased in based on operator age the past few years. I think it was a 4 hr online course, a fee, and ID in the mail.

Yes thank you I also saw his picture. Sorry for being so obvious by answering his question

Very large bucket/Tupperware barrel. Congrats on the new boat!

Any luck with the LU?

Depends on the quality of the varnish. They will include inhibitors into the mixture designed for uv protection. https://thewoodwhisperer.com/articles/difference-between-spar-varnish-and-regular-varnish/

I’ve seen folks online use epoxy, so I hope it keeps that nice finish for you! I think one of the benefits of spar varnish (I use epifanes too) is that it can flex a little if the humidity changes or it gets wet. With your epoxy coats, it may be sealed well enough to avoid anyways

Lucky - you ready for 8” of rain in Santa Cruz mountains? Hopefully no serious erosion or mudslides

I’d try to get it for $5k or less and limit how much gets pumped into the boat, enjoy it how it is. If you know the guy you might offer to help him power wash the boat and get a closer look at things - is water flowing into the bilge from somewhere topside, has the gas tank ever been replaced...

First - where are you located? I could easily see that being listed for $12k depending on condition and location. (I don’t mean to ask location to poach the listing you found) the reality is that many things could be at the point that need replacement soon if not maintained, or could break any...

I see, although I think the same comment applies. Value isn’t just $ value for an item, what value can get placed on peace of mind, enjoyment, satisfaction of completing a project, stress relief, whatever

the value is the utility of the boat, and the opportunity to do something else w the extra cash in bank. I think the value isn’t really the $ assigned to resale for the folks that repower

GW has had its share of production quality concerns from members on this forum recently… at that price tag, hopefully the quality will stand up

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Can’t believe this story impressive stuff by the uscg, per usual https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2023/02/04/us/coast-guard-rescue-oregon-boat-trnd/index.html

I agree 5/8 isn’t needed in general use. You might visit docks that can only use 1/2 or even 3/8 so have a few smaller lines on board just in case if you go larger

The magma grill has a rail mount option too, if you have a stern railing

Where are you located?