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Thanks for the suggestion.  I actually walked through the store a couple of weeks ago, but their selection was a little low.  I'm sure they'll have much more in the weeks to come. 

I figured with all this snow that today would be a good day to start thinking of spring, and put an online order together of terminal tackle and lures.  I would really like to reduce my shipping costs and keep my funds in Canada.  Can anyone recommend a good Canadian online store?  Thanks!

Hope I have this in the correct forum:  Not sure if anyone here uses this old ramp in the village of Gores Landing but the township has decided to close the ramp from 5pm Fridays until Monday at 8am.  (or Tues on long weekends). They have it locked down with a large chain and padlock.  Didn't want to see anyone driving out this way only to be disappointed when they got here.

Looking to get a new cover made for my Lund. Can anyone recommend an upholstery place in Durham region? Thanks.

Thanks for the good suggestions.

Went to the show yesterday and was disappointed, just the one hall, seemed smaller than in previous years. Didn't see too many deals to be made at the booths. Having said that, it's still good entertainment for an hour or so and gets you thinking about fishing.

Hi folks,

like many anglers I have a number of older rods and reels that I no longer use, both spinning and casting. These things are not worth enough to bother selling online, but they are also too good to just throw out. Would be great for someone just starting out. No kids into fishing around here to give them to. Does anyone know of an organization (around the durham region) that would accept these as a donation?

Thanks for all the info...looks like you've made my mind up for me!

I have an opportunity to purchase an 8 hp 4-stroke kicker motor for my 17 ft Lund. This thing weighs in at over 80 lbs and I'm wondering if this is a bit too heavy alongside my 115 motor. Just wondering how many guys (and girls) on here use a kicker motor as an important tool in thier fishing. Also, if anyone has a similar set-up I'd be insterested in hearing their opinions.

Sadly, as I get older I tire quickly when casting for bass and walleye...trolling is starting to look more appealing! Thanks for your advice.

That round thing with the wires would be the Idle air control (IAC) valve. If it has one of those, I think we have a typo here. Did you mean 1998..not 88?

Not sure where you live but have you considered calling a Lund dealer such as Hastings Marine and asking them what they have available for your price range?

As Hirk just mentioned, Kerr Reservoir (Buggs island) alongside Lake Gaston is a great spring trip. Look up South Hill, Va on the map. I went every March Break for years until my friend passed away. Weather is unpredictable, frost some years, 70's the next. I used to do the trip down over 2 days, it would be about 12-13 hours non stop. Licenses are no problem, I used to get them at the local gas station. People were really friendly down there!

Hey Locnar, Not too sure of the rivers around here, but on another note...that old Chrysler may not need a complete rebuild. It may have an external governor which controls the shifting. On G.Ms these were made out of plastic and prone to breaking. Try calling the guys at The Transmission Place in Oshawa for advice. (905 576 1021)...just a thought

Thanks Cliff, I take no responsibility for her intelligence...that comes from her mom's side of the family. I have spent my life being amazed at how her other senses have compensated for her loss of vision...that, and the fact that she has the world's smartest guide dog. Who else here has a dog with a law degree

My daughter is a law student at Queen's who is completely blind. It's not unusual for her to call me on Skype with a special request, such as..."If she holds up the pizza box infront of her laptop, would I please read out the reheating instructions over the internet...or...if she puts her laptop on the floor, do I see the necklace she dropped anywhere down there? She's very adept and finding uses for Skype, my kid! We talked to her most evenings, completely free, when she was studying in Scotland for a year.

What a great tribute to a special dog. They really do become such an important part of our lives. My daughter uses a guide dog and each day she puts her life in his paws as he guides her carefully through busy city intersections. We cannot imagine him not being with us. So sorry to hear of your loss in such a tragic way.

Despite the type of fish we chase after, or the method we use, there is a 'connection' for all of us in this video. Thanks for sharing it.

Drifter is spot on...they all have a small spring. Fittings are all pretty generic providing you have the right diameter.

I did the same job on a Civic a few months back and removing the damaged parts should not be too difficult on your Accord. Be sure to take a close look at the wheel bearing on the spindle that you are getting from the auto wreckers, you don't want to change this, it requires a special puller and hydraulic press. Hopefully, yours will be in good shape. There are many good videos on 'You Tube' that will help you out. As already mentioned, be sure you have the car on a decent pair of axle stands...and don't forget to torque the bolts when finished, especially the hub nut.

Don't forget to use quality axle stands or some other solid means of holding the car up. I've had too many friends killed by falling vehicles to add another one to the list Emil !

As a father of a child diagnosed with cancer at 5 months, I have followed this story closely. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

I have a 17ft Lund Angler with the same motor. I have a 19 inch 3 blade S.S. prop (direct from Yamaha)on it now, and get the same performance as you. I tried a 17 inch S.S. and, while the rpm went closer to 5800, the top speed dropped 1-3 mph. Definitely better hole-shot than with the aluminum prop, I come right up on plane with no bow lift. On my previous bass boats I always had 4 blade props, but that was to get the heavier boats on plane. Not an issue with the Lund. If you can chat directly with a marina, they may let you try a prop out before making your decision, with the understanding that if you 'ding' it, you own it. Good luck in your decision.

Steve.

Not sure...but it looks like it could be converted to the world's fastest lead melting pot for jigs.

Rich, I used to make my own using a piece of dowel. Sticking the tourn. numbers directly on your motor cowling used to pull the paint off. Some series such as Bassmania issues them to the anglers at the start of the day when they are getting their boat inspected

Hi Guys, I live in Whitby and would be able to go check out the motor for you. Just let me know the particulars when you're ready.