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Roy, though I use a GPS in both hard and soft water fishing,I fish for for different species though out the year. Making spots gives us options during the hard water season when weather and ice conditions change.

This is what made me rethink useing blue onlyShould I stop using STA.doc

One more from the STA-bil FAQs make me believe that the red is required for storage:

Q: What is the difference between STA-BIl Fuel Stabilizer, Marine Formula STA-BIL, and the new STA-BIL Ethanol Treatment products?

A: STA-BIL® Fuel Stabilizer is designed for use during STORAGE of any gasoline equipment or vehicle stored for 30 days or more, or used infrequently. It will keep gas fresh for 12 months, and help prevent corrosion, and gum and varnish formation. It is effective in all gasolines, including Ethanol blends, including E-85.

Marine Formula STA-BIL® Ethanol Treatment was designed for use at every fill up for marine engines (boats, jetskis) to protect against the damaging effects experienced when using Ethanol blended fuels -- including corrosion caused by water attraction, and fuel system plugging caused by deposit loosening.

New STA-BIL Ethanol Treatment is designed for use at every fill up for all gasoline automotive and small engines for protection against these same problems

I've been using the red Satbil in my 100Hp Yammy for years now. Never had issue so far. I may just add some of the blue to combat the moistue/ethanol effects as well. I think Billy Bob may have it right.

Congrats Joey. I'm sure that he will be a great fishing companion! Enjoy.

What CC is your motor on the strike master? I called strike master and talked to a service tech after I bought one used. They will be able to tell you what size of auger you can match with what CC power head. There's a chance you can upgrade the auger for less the buying a new complete unit.

 

Or you can sell the 8" unit, and buy a bigger one.

 

Strikemaster, Eskimo, Jiffy. They're all good as long as you maintain them, and mix the gas right. Just DON'T get a 3 blade strike master auger!

Nick, it's probably better to just replace my 8" unit instead of buying a 10" blade for it. I'm sure my 8" has many more holes left in her as I have maintained it well over the past few years.

Now to find a good deal on a 10" somewhere.............

If you order from the Cost-co web site the auger is $299.99 plus tax and it includes the shipping. This way if your cost-co is out of stock ir isn't going to carry them you have an option. item # 105279 as I just found my web bill in my desk, lol

Hey Geoff, I don't see them listed their on the website this year. They may not be carrying them any longer.

It was a 10" model I am after though. If anybody else has an idea of where there may many any at a good price, I would appreciate the information.

Thanks.

Hey Joey. As you can tell by my avatar, I have a chocolate Lab named Toby. He's still a young dog (13 months old) and I take him everywhere with me. He's a great dog who loves to be out on the boat with us.

He gets a little fussy on the longer boat trips that I have learned to bring a few treats and toys to settle him down. He really enjoys trying to fight with the fish we land He is really good company for me when I fish alone.

Most campsites that I have visited do allow pets (on leashes).

Hope that helps you in your decision.

Tony

Do your research on the propane unit before investing. ie: temperature where propane will not vapourize. I don't know, it's just something I'd check.

Thanks Roy. I was thinking that as well. I don't know if I really purchase something new without some feedback from others.

Have you thought about just buying the auger 10" blade, then you will have both sizes?

I don't know how much they cost but could be a lot cheaper then buying a whole new auger.

I have Dan. I just don't know if my little Strikemaster has the kahunas to blow through the ice with a big 10" blade.

Remember, there's no such thing as "safe ice". Charts are just a guide under ideal conditions.

Thats very true Roy. Pressure cracks and overall conditions can and do change quickly. Play safe out there guys!

Ah, cause I was going to ask for your GPS co-ordinates if that was the case :)

Ya, I only wish........its more for the jigging anyhow.

You'll be fine Paul. Just make sure that you keep the rod socks on them for protection while handling them. The cold will do them no harm.

What kind of whities and lakers are you catching that you can't get through a 8in hole, especially in Simcoe?

Bill, I did not mean to imply that I can't get them through the hole, I have. It's just that it was easier jigging and pulling them through the 10" hole (when my buddy drilled them for me). I'm sure I could pull them through a 6" hole if I really had to.......

Since I am going to be taking my boat out of the water this week-end, my focus turns to setting up for the hard water season that will soon be upon us.

I currently own an 8" Strikemaster auger that I purchased from a fellow OFNer a few years ago. No complaints. It has work flawlessly and was initially intended for perch fishing. We have now progressed to whities and lakers and have found that the 8" holes are a tad small for jigging and icing our fish.

In looking at a new (or slightly used) 10" auger, I am drawn to the Jiffy STX. My fishing buddies own them and they work perfect. The problem is the cost.

I also have read about the new propane Jiffy and may consider that(just haven't seen it around here yet). Lastly, Lebarons seems to carry the Eskimo 10" for just over $400.00. I am not sure of the quality of the Eskimo though.

I'm looking for some feedback from others that own either auger and where I may find one at a decent price.

Thanks for reading.

Hey Aaron, congrats on the new addition to your family. She looks like a real cutie! Too bad it wasn't your PB......weight wise Enjoy them now, 'cause they grow up far too fast.

I'm so sorry for your loss. Having something that is meant to make things better for the elderly go so wrong, is just not right.

Looks like a good haul there. I think this was one of the last weeks of decent weather. Next week on will be much cooler. Makes for good fishing but cold hands.

I'm so sorry for your loss Brian. They become part of the family and when they are gone we have to deal with the emptiness that follows. Try to remeber the good times you shared and that she is in a better place now.

I was hoping it was a fellow OFC'er. It would have been nice to see a little more emotion from the winner though.

Make that a couple more sets of eyes on it for you. I'll spread it around to my friends as well.

Mike, you seemed to have done more in one summer than most of us dream about doing in a lifetime. My hat goes off to you!

Hey Brian, did you see any 10" Jiffys?

Thanks.

Back in the 80's we used to use Lysol Toilet Bowl Cleaner on our fiberglass boat. We put it in a bucket and dipped in a broom and scrub a dub dub! I would test it on a small area first and perhaps delude it first.

Ya, I think that is what the Bass pro "boat-bottom" wash is. Unfortunately, it is not meant for painted surfaces (like my aluminum bot is). I'm sure it works fine on fiberglass boat though.

Sry,thought you said Tim Conway.

I think the Leafs signed him too!

Wash it immediately after it's out of the water...

 

This way the scum doesnt have a chance to dry...

Thanks for the tip Mike. I plan on cleaning it immediately after it comes out of the water. I hope it comes clean with a light scrub and pressure washer.