Hack_Fisherman

See my post above yours. You can also go solid rivets route but it’s a bit more involved. Toughest thing I found with it was getting the old rivets out nicely. Took me a few dozen to get the trick, but now it’s pretty easy.

Not sure of the nature of your repair but if you want to tackle it yourself, you can get closed end blind rivets. I’d drizzle a bit of 3M 5200 on it and over the head for good measure. I just replaced about 100 on my starcraft. None of the replacements leak

It’s a culmination of things. Three main things driving it are Environment, Ethics and health. And I guess maybe religion may be a factor in there somewhere. (Buddhist, Hindi, Muslim and other asian and middle eastern practices) Environmentally, It (reportedly) takes as much energy to create a cheeseburger (fast food) as it does to drive an average car for 6 hours. I’ve heard that it takes 7 acres to raise a steer but only 1/2 acre to sustain the life of a vegetarian. I don’t know if these are hard facts or embellished stats to support the vegan cause or not. I’m not a vegetarian or vegan (my diet is about as bad as it gets) but I am starting to pay attention and try new things. I’ll always eat meat and fish But Einstein’s famous quote has me pondering, especially as the environment seems to struggle; "Nothing will benefit health or increase chances of survival on earth as the evolution to a vegetarian diet." As for meatless sausage or burgers, they aren’t great but they aren’t bad. The Licks brand burgers are actually pretty good. Mushroom gravy is also surprisingly good. I didn’t expect that one

Fantastic photos. Thanks for sharing, looks like an amazing time

Going early September for a week. Can anyone offer any tips or suggestions on species and techniques? I understand this is s busy cottage lake with ample pressure. Lake hazards if any would also be good to know about.

Definitely on my pick up list. I didn’t know these existed

I hope Not halfway lake pp again.

This is a park I’ve been wanting to try for some time. Watching thread with interest.

Memories for life right there. Nothing better than a family trip like that especially with some great catches as a bonus

Can’t help myself, but there’s good forums at Marineengine.com or Iboats.com if you can’t get guidance here

All of you guys are killing me with all these dishes...and that beer is just kick ass for mass produced IPA's. One of the best I've found in Ontario aside from the micro breweries, though Collective art's IPA's are pretty fine. Ontario is catching up to the Maritime's finally.

Do you still have your 25hp Evinrude? Id steer clear of the Johnny with the board issues. $400 for a circuit board vs $400 for extra fuel...I’d choose the fuel.

I’m looking at the helix 5 for its ice fishing capabilities too

Sweet mutha, those are some great fish. They don’t make them like that around here!

Not to hijack, but has anyone had the hose fit the pump handle so poorly that it falls off constantly even with “zip tie gear clamps”?! Mine won’t stay on the spigot

Wait, fill us in on this awesome rig! is that a jet drive? what are the dual canisters that look like mufflers under the platform? Pics pics and more pics!

SICK WITH ENVY

Thanks again guys. Big water newb in me found out my 50lb bow mount wasn’t going to last in mild wind and small swells when we worked a river mouth on Huron last fall. Quickly decided big motor or kicker trolling out there. I much prefer electric trolling when application suits One lung rattler is out. Didn’t know the 4’s were singles. Not a fan of noise. Likely going 8-9.9 for dual duty use. I have a hi/low kicker mount, so short shaft will work. Definitely keeping as tiller so I don’t have to monkey with or buy steering controls. Plus it will only be on the boat for specific outings. (Remote locations/big water) cheers

Thanks guys. @OhioFisherman, that is uncanny. That isn’t my boat, but mine is absolutely identical. Colour...motor everything. In calm waters, my 50 lb Electric works beautifully. But I want something that will push through with the chop and wind out on Lake Huron. The 65 Merc I have on it now doesn’t like trolling on hot days. On cold days in cold water it works great. I just picked up a 70 hp Johnson to replace it (winter project at this point) and yes, I will definitely get a radio before I go big water again

Hey guys, I’m looking to put a kicker on the back of my 16 foot StarCraft super sport. It’s a 70s hull, not wide like the modern versions. I will have a fair bit of gear on board. 2 to 3 batteries, front trolling motor, extra gas etc. 275-300lb main motor. I’d like to be able to troll dead slow but also have enough power to get back should my main motor not be functioning. I’m thinking 4 hp is fine for trolling but too small to get back in case of failure and bad weather. I’m considering using a 9.5 or a 9.9 so I can throw it on a 12 footer at times also. But I’m worried that this is too big for slow trolling on my 16 foot. Thoughts? Would a six or eight horse be better suited?

Wow, what a great post/report. I’d love to check this place out!

And of course I just bought one:( But that’s a great idea. I would like to offer the same for members in the Guelph area if they need one Sorry not trying to hijack this post. Good luck with your rebuild OP

Ahhh, I’m in for the same in another week or so. Is that a Starcraft?

Disappointed in Sail for having low/no stock on these...or maybe with myself being late to notice. Can anyone vouch for the Onyx or Absolute Outdoor brands of inflatable pfd’s? id like a few before the season begins

You make some good points. I too do the drive with pfd, fish without. Maybe I’ll buy the auto type. It’s on sale too but only 20% off