MA1232

Congrats! "Shore fishing for now..." - no more! Mind if I ask how much you paid for it? Here is an idea .... http://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_forums/YaBB.pl?num=1238119953/0#0

Have anyone try this! Jon: http://video.google.com/videosearch?q=hts-2000&oe=utf-8&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&hl=en&tab=wv#q=jet+engine+jon+boat&hl=en&emb=0&client=firefox-a v-bottom:

This is true. I have worked with some of the best welders in the state of Virginia and there's only a handful that can weld aluminum with any consistency. It's not the easiest thing to do, believe me. Have they try to use these products? The melting point of these stuff is over 300 degree less than aluminum.

"Aluminum will melt right before your eyes and you will not have a clue as to why it did that. Aluminum does not turn re/white with heat it just heats up to it reaches it melting point and then it just vanishes and you have a nice whole where you were hopeing a nice weld bead would be instead." That was what I heard awhile back. However, as you will see in this video they patch a hold on a aluminum soda can. Can't get any thinner than that! or can it? :-/ http://video.google.com/videosearch?q=hts-2000&oe=utf-8&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&hl=en&tab=wv# HTS-2000, Durafix are these too good and easy to be true? Knock on wood! I don't have any hole on my Jon. However, I notice many members do have leak problem. Just wanted to share! Thanks

FYI..... Just saw this video and wanted to share with you guys and gals. and for those who wanted to fix holes on their aluminum boat. http://video.google.com/videosearch?q=welding%20aluminum&oe=utf-8&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&hl=en&tab=wv# Have anyone used this before? What do y'all think? Peace and quiet!

Hey don't know if you found something already but check out this site... http://www.surplussales.com/cab-rackshardware/MetalBrkts.html item# (HWX) 2Z1250.129 OR use one of the Simpson strong-tie product ... http://www.strongtie.com/products/alpha_list.html?source=topnav Are you using in the front or back? good luck!

Hey Cart7t, are you talking about an additional $200 or $50? What I'm thinking of doing now is as follow: -grease and grease gun -bearing buddies ( look simple enough ) -Valve stem (should I bring this to a auto shop?) -light ( can do ) -fix a flat for just in case. ( load will be light -200lbs max ) Good idea! I will check the regular tire store if I will to replace the tire. Thanks

Duh! why didn't I think of that and with video too. Thanks Triton21 Thanks TommyBass for the reassuring.

I can take care of light and tire, but not too sure about the bearing buddies and stuff. Do you have a picture that show how these stuff go together or a schematic for the axle? Thanks

I have post this before but I think I may have place it in the wrong thread. old thread - http://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_forums/YaBB.pl?num=1237666376/2#2 Anyway here are the question again: "Hey guys or gals, Found this trailer for $150, it got a couple of problem so I'm wondering if it is worth the price. It is a year 2000 Load Rite for watercraft but wide enough for my 12' jon. It got broken left light and left wheel missing a stem valve however the tire look good. Is it okay for the grease to come out of the axle? Both wheels spin free without any roughness. Does the trailer worth $150 with these problems? How much will it cost to fix these problems? I'm never own a trailer before so don't know anything about it. Now, I need to find a trailer hitch for my 2005 Odysseys. Do you know if any good place for this? Thanks, MA1232" Pictures: Trailer - http://picasaweb.google.com/sfclaxton/MarchTrailer#5315735564197633826 Light - http://picasaweb.google.com/sfclaxton/MarchTrailer#5315735574441906626 wheel - http://picasaweb.google.com/sfclaxton/MarchTrailer#5315735593094775810

I too have a 12 footer. Please update with picture if you are going ahead with this project. Thanks

Look great JJ! What paint you used on the outside and on the inside? How do you modified the front for the TM? Thanks

You can get a little of this http://www.a1components.com/itemdisplayn.aspx?item=10493 and http://www.drillspot.com/products/460346/Battalion_1XNB2_Ribbed_Neck_Bolts_and_Nuts put the tape on both side of the bolt with a locktite nut liek what NJpaulc said. you can get the tape at HD, Lowe or local hardware store. I can even send you some if you want for FREE good luck

Thanks guys, I will give it an upgrade. Tight line!

Thanks sufer! This was what I did but was not too happy with it. Do you or anyone know of a better DIY design? Thanks

Hi trojangolf88, How big is your boat? Either Cabela or Basspro has a chart matching tm size to boat size. I would get 1 size up from what they say. Just my 2 cents! I have a 46lbs tm for my 12' Jon. The speed is okay. I would said it is faster than a kayaker at full speed but not by much! Next, how much power will your TM use? How long you meet to run the TM on your fishing trip? These questions will help you answer on the battery size you need. Good luck!

Planning on trolling using the reverse setting. I was just wondering if there any problem from long term reverse usage. So, if you have been trolling on reverse, please shine in. Thanks

Austin, Is that an Eagle FishMark 320? If yes, How do you like it?

Wow! I never know that those thing were use to reduce electrical noise. I have a lot of them from old CRT monitor cable. Hey Bassman, LadyFlyFisher post a great idea over on this thread. She used a 12v Makita battery for the fishfinder. http://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_forums/YaBB.pl?num=1211988351 Tight Line!

Thanks LadyFlyFisher! The "Makita 12v batteries" is a good idea. I got two batteries from my "crapman" cordless drill That I can try this idea out. Going to see how long I can run the Fishfinder with my "crapman" batteries. Thanks

Hi Jonathan, Sorry for hijacking your thread but I have a question for Sneaker if you don't mind. Currently, I have a type 29 battery and a 46lbs TM. I just pickup a Fishmark 320 and planning on connecting it directly to the battery. After reading your post, I'm hoping that I don't have to add a "noise filter". However, If it is going to be a problem. Where can I purchase one of this noise filter? Can you post a link to a picture of a "Noise filter"? Thanks

Thanks Jig man! The c clamp idea was what I'm looking for. tight line!

With the recent posts of fish finder, I when out and pick up an Eagle's Fishmark 320 for $115. I only have one battery and the cable from the unit is not long enough. How do you guys solved this problem? I know that one can just buy a cable and extend it. What i'm looking for is a plug-in solution (speaker plug kind of thing). ex: http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2123188&cp=&sr=1&origkw=speaker+plug&kw=speaker+plug&parentPage=search http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2102840&cp=&sr=1&origkw=Banana+Jacks&kw=banana+jacks&parentPage=search http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2102834&cp=&sr=1&origkw=Banana+Jacks&kw=banana+jacks&parentPage=search I don't have a trailer, so I'm a little worry about mounting the transducer right on the transom. Don't want to mount it on the trolling motor because of weed. Any advise or idea? Pictures would nice! Thanks

If you are going sandy area, you will need to get a pair of wide wheels (2" to 4" wide). Of course, the wider the better. The design is up to your need. ie. wheels under or on the side of the boat. regular 2x4, wood sealer, and then poly it. http://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_forums/YaBB.pl?num=1206570127/25#25 Keep it simple!

Is it okay to add Pedialyte to battery? I got some left over "expire" pedialyte from the kids. Is this better or worser than distill water? Thanks