Headhunter

I don't think there is a black or white asnwer to this question. As noted above, many musky anglers catch big Pickereyes trolling at fairly high speed. Also, some folks simply won't go above 2 mph trolling for eyes and they still catch fish. Faster speeds will catch agressive fish. If your fishing a large area, speed will help you cover more water and in turn, put you bait in front of more fish. The agressive ones will hit. I think Roy nailed it as far as speed is concerned. Turning and alternating your speed will help you dial in the speed that is working that day. Just pay attention! There is a myth that cold water Pickereyes won't chase a fat moving bait... that has not been my experience. As a top of the food chain preditor, they will eat whatever is deemed to be an easy meal. I think the real trick is to find active fish. HH

How the H.E double hockey sticks are supposed to get the eyes out if you don't use yer fingers!? Perch bait people, Perch bait! HH Ps... does anyone know if "Trolls" are good bait.... I'm pretty sure I know how to fish them!

Not really the praying type, but I will without a doubt, make an exception today... my thoughts to you and your family. HH

Had a guy come to the door last week, wanted to help me save money on my hydro and gas bills. I told him that unless he was selling fraud insurance , to get off my property before I took the hose to him. He started to ask me questions about my gas bill and hydro bill and had the balls to ask if he could have a look at my bill... that's when I started to unravel the garden hose... he got the idea!LOL HH

Unfortunately C.O.'s are just like so many other "law enforcement" people, they are tax collectors for the government. Your buddy simply got a $180.00 tax for fishing. If they weren't tax collectors, they would have other means of dealing with offenders. They could take away his fishing privilges, take his equipment etc... but instead, they fine him. Tax collection through and through. HH

Check out the beach at Providence Bay... nicest beach in the province as far as I'm concerned. HH

How did it taste? Like a musky, bow or chinny? LOL HH

Wayne and family, you have my heart felt sympathys. Wayne, I'm only a 10 minute drive to Ajax. Should you need a place to sit, clear your head or rest your head, please let me know. I have room for you and would be honored to have you stay. I'll PM my particulars. HH

Welcome to the forum... get ready to open up yer wallet, fishing can be that way! HH

http://foodnetworkhumor.com/2009/04/a-whol...in-a-can-yummo/ Looks like it just escaped from the Matrix! HH

Raf, no arguments from me re the Believer, I have a smaller one, but have you ever fished a Stretch 30? Nasty hard pull for sure. At 11 inches in length and a bill that's almost half the size of the lure, she digs pretty good!LOL HH

BERNIE for PRIME MINISTER!!!!!!!! Actually, I like Bernie far too much to wish that on him! HH

I think the Offshores with the upgraded locking clip would work for most of the baits you will be pulling. As mentioned in my earlier post, musky is typically not my thing... but having said that, I can recall times where Pickereye fishing I have dragged a 2 pounder around for god only knows how long, with very little apparent affect to the off shores. I don't have large musky lure experience, but I have dragged a Manns Stretch 30 behind Offshores with no ill affect at all (except my arm reeling the darn thing in) I think you will do just fine with Offshores. For your specific applications, clear water, I think boards would be ideal. You can match your depth and get those baits away from the boat. Let us know how you make out!? HH

My condolances to all the family's and friends. HH

I was sent that yesterday and LOL'd! I just hope that United finds the humour in it and doesn't decide to sue him! They have many more lawyers than a funny guy from Timmins! And a Taylor guitar, is a terrible thing to waste! HH

Anyone close by Gbaygiant that could lend him some off shores to try out? HH

Firstly, many thanks to all who replied to this thread! You folks are shining examples of this fine community. The work has been done and little surprise to those who know, but Bernie was once again correct. Thanks Bernie! Armed with the information you provided here and through PM's, the dealer dropped their price on the part by about 40%! So, with a little luck, we should be good to go, until the next thing, that is! LOL HH

Can't say I have trolled musky lures behind in lines, but I do recall watching Gerritt drag one of those salt water X Raps, the biggins, behind an Off Shore board with no ill affect to the board at all. His arm was a little sore reeling that thing in 200ft! I'm gonna keep an eye on this thread for a more experienced reply. HH

Thanks guys.... Slowpoke... the key cylinder is in the dash, so moving the steering wheel, although an excellent thought, won't help! Trust me, I have given the area a few "love taps", to no avail. Dannyboy... I'll try and explain a little better, my bad btw, ... when the car won't start, virtually every aspect of the car's electrical system is dis-engaged. I believe that the car thinks it's being stolen (I wish!!!) and disables all systems associated with the engine and driving. As I mentioned, I had the started replaced and the entire starting system checked out perfect. Cranksbait... I had a new key made and programmed for this ignition system, so I don't think the key is the issue. Thanks again to all and please, feel free to throw stuff out there... HH

Thanks to all so far.... I've had the entire battery and charging system tested, the battery is 6 months old and the terminals are clean. The car is now sitting at the dealership and I have updated the C.S. rep as to the history and problems. They are going to have it for atleast a couple of days. Bernie, I'm pretty sure your correct... but again, I'm trying to only change out one expensive part, rather than two. The ignition system assembly or and god forbid, the security module. I'll update ya when I learn more. Thanks, HH

Raf, I tried the neutral start and the same result... the car is completely disabled. HH

alpha alpha... I've had the battery and charging system tested, nothing wrong. Bernie, the tech at the dealership felt the same way, but also suggested that the security module might be flawed. Replacing either is a very expensive solution. Problem being, if I replace the ignition system and the security module is the culprit and vice versa... well you get the point. Bernie, is this a common problem for these cars? You know that I hold your opinions in the highest esteem... any other thoughts or should I simply get a new ignition system. Thanks all! HH

I agree Roy, but she is the main driver of the car. I only drive it on weekends, I drive the Jimmy every day. I'm pretty sure that the problem is the car's secruity system, but no one has been able to replicate the problem in a shop situation. I have already taught my wife about making sure the car is in park. When it fails to start, everything that could allow the vehicle to start and run is disabled. The radio works, the lights, but nothing that allows the car to start will work. Thanks for trying though! HH

Hey folks, I have a 2000 Olds Intrege that is having some fairly difficult problems. Here's what we have been dealing with. Most of the time the car starts, probably 95% of the time. However, some times and it has actually only happened when my wife has it, it simply won't. What I mean by that is she will put the key into the ignition and nothing. Does not turn over, no dash lights nothing. Wait 1/2 hour and try again, it starts! Rolls over and everything is fine. I thought maybe a bad started so I had it replaced. No, a couple of days later, same problem. I took it to my local mechanic who thought it it was an ignition problem, specifically to do with the security system. As he is not an expert, he suggested I take it to a dealership. I did. They could not replicate the problem. The "expert" at the dealership said he could not diagnose the problem, unless it was doing it while he had it. He suggested we try a new key, his feeling being that the ignition system was not recognizing the key and the security system was locking down the car. Well, the new key worked for about two weeks. I just got a call from my wife, it's dead again. I am about to go flippin postal!!!!!! Anyone out there have any ideas or suggestions? I have inquired about having the security system disabled, but apparently that is not something that can be done. Appreciate your thoughts folks! HH

Ok... so now I'm right back where I started! To seal or not to seal... ahh that is the question! HH