aplumma

Check your local motorcycle shops they might be able to match it. 

Art

remove the bolt and wrap the fitting in plastic tightly and tape it closed. this prevents the line from draining down and you can match the bolt at a local parts store. 

Art

I have always gone up North with USD most stores have the ability to make change and price adjustments for USD. If you get way up North and will be using mom and pop type stores they are less likely to have USD and will return CAD if they need to. The smaller companies also may not be using the most current exchange rates like the big box or chain stores do. 

Cheers 

Art

I replaced my cables with this unit which was really much easier than trying to feed the cables through the chase. It has no feedback and has performed flawlessly for 8 years now. It also will allow you to vary the length of the run so it fits perfectly. Once a cable goes stiff it is because it is full of bits of rust and frayed cable. You can lubricate it temporarily but when it breaks it is a long trip back to the dock.    https://www.westmarine.com/dometic-baystar-outboard-steering-system-3400934.html

cheers

Art

Well done Brian, your videos might have to be changed to a lower resolution to downsize the files. I sadly can not tell you how but you can see if Blueyes has an answer. 

Art

I think in my world earth tones are a better match while fishing. The skill in the process is as usual excellent. Maybe matched up with a Ron Gardner Reel would make it aesthetically balance better. 

Art

Welcome, Fishing takes a lifetime to learn and it will also teach you many valuable lessons. Part of it is reading but the big part is to find someone who fishes and see if you can barter a trip with them. I started off hanging out at a local boat ramp and fishing from the dock. Looking at what people have on their rods when they pull in kind of lets you get familiar with different baits and ask them if they had any luck. if someone seems friendly and answers your questions you might ask them if they would like to have you fish with them from their boat. Tell them a little about yourself and offer to bring them a great lunch and chip in for fuel. That is how I met my mentor who gave me 30 years of companionship, wisdom and morality that has served me well. 

Cheers 

Art

very cool, enjoy the day. I would say good luck but the lures are going to just fly out of the buckets. 

Art

Here is a great place to explore different places to vacation up North

https://getnorth.com/

Cheers

Art

Dave is one of the most passionate people who truly supports fishing. He is on my bucket list of people I want to meet.

if you ever make it to the Washington D.C. area I have a standing offer still for a free fishing trip. 

Art

Looks really good Chris, I would think that a special addition matching Ron Gardener reel would be a winning combination for sure. 

Art

looks good enough to eat. 

Art

We have all had our say and it is time for this to be put to bed. 

Art

The rating standards for this product is NSF P231 

 NSF P231 certified water filters deliver up to a six-factor purification of cysts, bacteria and viruses, which they remove at the following rates:

99.9999 percent of bacteria

99.99 percent of viruses

99.9 percent of cysts

This does not remove chemicals such as petroleum or other types of chemicals that could be in the water. This being said the best filtration is distillation rather than filtration. A reverse osmosis system would be my second choice to produce drinking water. The issue with filtration is it takes the easiest path of resistance and as you use the filter it will develop a path through the carbon and the contact time is minimal. Since the penalty of bad water and the distance from medical help should be weighed in what is the best path for you to consider.

Art 

We seem to have gone from arguing facts to pressing our opinions. Everyone can have their own opinion. The one you hold works for you so it is the correct answer for you. Others have different life styles and need that are directly opposite of what works for you. So either we respect others views without condoning them or we lock the thread.

Art

You can state your opinions as long as it does not include insults or ridicule others opinions. I reset the last few comments with this warning. The next step is to lock the thread. I prefer not to do this because it so far has been interesting.

Art

With all of the things going on in the world we have found that we needed another set of hands here at OFC. We have asked a long time friend and active member of the board to help out. Misfish or Brian has stepped up to the plate and has accepted the position of Administrator to help us deal with the management and problem solving issues that pop up occasionally. We want everyone to give a warm welcome to Brian and to know he is here to help with any issues that you might have. 

OFC 

MMMMmmmm ice cold fresh fish.

Art

Here you go even more money for catching pikeminnows

https://www.pikeminnow.org/

Art

On 1/12/2023 at 7:49 PM, Dara said:

I could get SOOOO political here, and with the quoted post...LOOOL

Thank you for resisting the temptation. I would rather not lock this thread. 

Art

Very nice looking rod Chris. 

Art

I normally wear a tee shirt and shorts when I am fishing ice out of my Scotch. Does that count?

Art

You remind me of when I was a kid I had a creepy crawler maker with the hot plate and the melted plastics that I still have scars from. The joy of pouring them and the steam when you dipped them in water to kind of cool them off. The smells and the end result were what drove me to make another one. Very nice work on the bugs

cheers

Art

Eye see your point. 

Cheers

Art

Welcome Kashan we are glad you are here. I started fishing when i was 4 years old. I would go fishing with my Dad or Uncles in the Bayous of Louisiana. I remember my Uncle Bennie when asked if the fish I caught was to small to keep and he said " if it has 2 eyes it is big enough." We would often catch Crappie and Bluegills and have a fish fry with the neighbors. 

Cheers

Art