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Im currently using a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 5.2L I however have looked into upgrading from the stock 3.21 (rear axle ratio) to a 4.10 Does anyone have any first hand knowledge of how much this move would help with hill and ramp climbs, which are my only real concerns????

WOW very interesting Ben...Seems like i'll seek advice from the dealer and see what they say. Perhaps if I get one ill also find out how they actually should used. Thankyou all for the advice..this site has always been really helpful. Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving

Picking up My new Boat this weekend and would like to get some input on Transom Savers? Its a 17.5 fiberglass with a 115 Merc...Had a Smaller rig earlier (40 hp on a crestliner) and never used one, would I need one now? How many of u guys have them?

Highland, Southern California

No need for the lotto..recreational fisherman with new 2006 dream boat on its way... soon..i hope...2 lowrance x135's one on bow panel one on console..that should work just fine for me.

DANNO..wiser words could not be spoken. Ive never been and have no desire to tournament fish. After coaching youth sports for 20 years, another venture that started out for the love of it, and turned competitive, I have no desire or burning need to prove anything to anyone especially myself. Now im not knocking tourney fishing, I think its great and have gotten alot of enjoyment from watching Pro Anglers skills and actions. I for one love Ike and his antics! With so much else in everyday life about competition, there needs to be more things to do "Just" for the fun of it and for me its bass fishing.

YW TD..actually it moved right along....30-32 mph 2 person, 6 gal gas and gear.

Team-Daugherty...nice looking rig..I recently sold my 01 Angler 16sc w-40hp merc 4 stroke..actually was a very nice boat..was time for a step up tho..your pic brought back some good memories

Im with You DD...However im having a hard time with the idea of using screws in my brand new rig.

I can see it now, forget books, we need boats! Cant wait to see the new Cheerleader attire on sale at BPS.."Give me a B", Hook-em boys, hook-em"....LOL... I mean ESPN is doing a good job of publicizing the sport, but give me a break.

I once fished Lake Mead with a white spinnerbait without luck, added a small white curl tail grub as a trailer and couldnt keep the bass off the hook. Not sure, but I think the added action was all it took to turn-em on. Have used trailers ever since.

All great idea's..thanks Guys for your responses.

New to the board and soon to be proud Owner of my fist Bassboat. What do U Guys with Bassboats use for tackle boxes? My boat is 17.5' and has 2-7' rod storage compartments and 1 square storage compartment on the bow. I currently have a large "bulky" tackle bag and a worm binder that ive been using. Any idea's are appreciated.

Southern California (Home Lake-Diamond Valley)