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I think the console will be better if i build it because I’ll get what I want. the steering system i posted is ok $ wise if it works good. the pedestals are about 100 each but I should be able to find them. just starting on the foam now.

Steering cable is no good. So I’m going to get the one I posted. I can’t find a console under 600 so I’m going to build one. I need two seat pedestals some plywood and foam.

Pretty smoky so I picked up a furnace filter for smoke and am leaving the furnace on. I hope that helps. cheaper then buying a room filter.

Console like this. http://u-fabboats.com/assessories/console.htm

I don’t have it here. It’s in storage. but approximately 14” x 24”. And 36” high. something like this only bigger. im looking at this for steering. https://www.vevor.ca/boat-steering-kit-c_11482/marine-engine-turbine-rotary-steering-system-10ft-ss13710-boat-cable-with-wheel-p_010706461326

Is a quicksilver steering system any good? It is stuck. Is it worth while to unstick it? Can I get it working good again? I see new steering wheel and cable is about $300. also I want a new console. The one I’m using is too small. Store bought look to be about $500. it would be nice to have aluminum. But it would be easier to build out of wood. I plan on putting a glove box in it. I wonder if boat recyclers would have what I need. Any thoughts welcome.

Don’t know why it has two hp ratings. nice looking boat though. It will bounce more because it doesn’t weigh much or have a floor.

Post a pic of the boat you are looking at.

I believe small boats have a weight of boat to surface area on the water sweet spot. Light boat and big area is unstable. Too much weight and the boat rides low and is hard to push. say a car topper with a 5hp VS a heavy 12’ with a15hp. The car topper is too small you can no longer stand up and walk around. A boat you can walk around in will be heavy enough that you need a trailer. The transom width is not the deciding factor. so I would look for 400lb or more boat weight so I can walk around. or you are sitting all the time. if you plan on sitting all the time then look for a solid 12’. A deep one but average surface area on the water will be best.

When navigating bottleneck areas stay under control with some power and keep straight. Or turn right for rocks.

I put led lights on about 15y ago and I don’t unplug them when launching and never a problem.

Go fish. the world record has been screwed up really badly. How does someone catch it and make it indisputable. I’ve fished the land of the giants and the plan was to take a picture and let it go.

Looks great. Now get to work.

I cook fish many different ways. Type of fish changes the coating. Rainbow last year was baked in foil with olive oil and bagel all spice.

The view. The sound of the water. The sound of the wind blowing through the pines.

Put the oil in a bottle and let it sit overnight. Then you can how much water is in the oil.

Ok. Hopefully I can make that one.

Do they have one in Barrie?

Ok thanks everyone.

Ok so an alarm if low oil in reservoir but may not be pumping oil. Plus Age of engine is saying to premix. Any known issues with these engines? Thanks Terry.

1996 merc 90hp oil injection. friends engine. Not mine. Haven’t seen it yet. If oil injection fails does it alarm or just go boom? Would you disconnect oil injection and mix in tank? he is trying to go fishing any help is appreciated.

The trips are planned. The gear is ready.

Last pic has some neat colours. I wish I could buy Muskie lures like that.

I know nothing but I heard it’s a great trip. Post pics.

I checked the forecast earlier today. Looks like winters over. Another year and no ice fishing for me. I can’t remember the last time. Must be eight years ago. I still have fun I just do other things.