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Coming soon we have a big announcement. Lots of work went into this hopefully it will make everyone happy. Art

Sorry i only know the codes for the USA but a homeowners permit is legal here but it has to pass according to the local codes governing the area. Pipe sizing, venting, layouts are all dictated by codes that we follow they are easy to obtain and explain what the rules are. Make sure you are correct they can make you tear out anything that is incorrect and does not meet code. They also have places in the project that have to be inspected such as ground works, close in and final inspections that occur throughout the project if you miss one they can require you to remove concrete, drywall or walls to inspect the work. hope this helps. Art

the live target topwater mouse is the best thing since slice bread. The action is soooo sexxy to bass it will outfish frogs at least two to one. I had one that I beat it to death and stitched up with braid and crazy glue to finish the season with. Art

Excellent adventure i am glad not only you got on the fish but you got to see the kids. Art

Tip of a chopstick pegs them really well also Art

The down scan feature is the easiest to decipher showing excellent bottom contour as well as fish swimming bladders. Pay attention to what it is telling you ignore the fishing rods for a little bit and watch a few videos to show you what to set the controls on before you go. The sidescan is an excellent tool it takes a little learning to wrap your head around of what it is displaying. I found that if you drive by a dock or other items that go from above to below the water it will help you visualize what it is showing you. I have spent days prescouting for catfish and found that tuned correctly you can see bladders on the fish in downscan mode. The sidescan mode will show you fish and if you look carefully you can actually see the sonar shadow which differentiates from floating weed clumps and other debris. Enjoy Art

Not sure what is going on here if you want it unlocked sleepjigging PM any mod and approve. Thanks Art

screwdriver is very humane it is an instant kill the bleeding out of a fish is a much slower kill.With this said though the primitive nervous system of a fish it is not a big deal how you dispatch your catch. Art

The way fish markets keep their catch is remove the innards and the gills and place the ice under the catch and them a thin layer over the catch. The important part is not to let the fish sit in liquid. If you are not concerned on keeping the fish in the whole condition then fillet the fish and place in watertight baggies and then ice above and below to get it cold quickly. Just to know most fish markets will not go 5 days on ice so eat the first three days and then save for the last two will be a better plan. We have mandatory kill on snakeheads around here and I found a screwdriver thru the head behind the eyes is a fast kill method. Art

I used to ride one of there back in 1986 http://www.powerski.com/montgomery_surfjet.html and yes they are fun but you got to have some really good balance and core strength. Art

You would have less kids if the winter were not so cold..... Good job on your growing family. Art

tough to say but it looks like it is onthe exhaust side of the engine. Do a compression test to start the diagnostic procedure Art

nice trip I would love to get my jetboat on those waters. We have some thin water down here that the smallies are hiding behind every rock. Art

Sad to hear Matt give him a good place in your heart and when your heart finds the room a new friend can move in beside him. Art

We have in the past had people who joined just to sell items or to get on the great deals our members extend to the community. So we have a 20 post minimum to be able to buy or sell for all of our protection. Feel free to P.M. the seller or better yet start posting meaningful comments or a thread to get to the 20 milestone you are wanting. Art

Yup a very nice place to fish I am 100 miles from there and fish it on the warm side in the winter. It is kind of weird though holding a bass in 30 degree weather and the fish is steaming because the water temp. is in the 60's. A trip to the bay is a real treat where the stripers can get up into the high 40's if you have the time. Art

I am guessing you were at lake Anna. They are landlocked stocked stripers a very nice place to fish for sure. The lake has 2 sides a warm and a coolside. The bass population is amazing to fish for and there are some really big flathead catfish to be found as well. Art

Yup it is the nature of the beast being aluminum we tend to ride them hard. I have some good scars on the bottom of my jet boat from pushing rapids on the river. Now the fiberglass boat it very rarely even bumped on a dock .... go figure. lol Art

What is the reason for the rubber glove on diesel? The exposure to diesel on your hands is minimal while filling is it a safety issue or just not wanting diesel on/in the vehicle? Art

Mike this can be fixed by a competent welder. A small hole drilled at the ends of the crack and a TIG weld will make it good as new. The concern I have is why did it crack and is the stress factor still present. The deck needs added support to prevent future stress cracks. Art

Dang it NOW what am I going to get you for your birthday Roy? Art

Is your fuel cell made of epoxy or fiberglass? Many older boat are and the resin breaks down and allows fuel to permeate the foam and areas on those boats. Removal of the fuel cell and replacement is needed if this is an issue. I however would say it is just the tank venting off from temp. change. Art

I want to keep this thread going but lets limit it to the discussion and get past the comment or comments you disagree with. Thanks Art

I have a jingle bell on a strap on my door and that is how my dog tells me it is time to go out. Fix a 1 inch or so bell small strap so it can be poked with his nose and ring and before you take him out ring the bell and then open the door and say good boy go pee or what ever you want to say.. After he pees give him a treat and bring him back in without any playing or wandering. If you want to go outside to play or anything else do not ring the bell just open the door and give him a different phrase. As time goes on he might pick up the habit of using the bell to alert you to other things like the food bowl is empty he wants a treat etc. it is a small price to pay for no scratches on the door and walls or worse missed trips to pee outside. Art

If the drain hole is the bilge pump outlet then it can be back siphoning a big no no. All hull breaches need to be above the scumline at all times unless they have a check valve like on the lines to and from the livewells. Remove the kicker and stand in the front of the boat and have someone check the water line in relation to the bow height.will give you an idea of what weight has to be moved. Art