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by chf8500
Thu Mar 15, 2018 8:25 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Weekend warrior bass tournaments
Replies: 1
Views: 673

Re: Weekend warrior bass tournaments

If you are around the central coast we have a jackpot once a month, cheap and a good bunch of guys to fish with, on 4 different lakes
by chf8500
Fri Jul 28, 2017 7:04 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: CA boat/luxury Tax
Replies: 26
Views: 17179

Re: CA boat/luxury Tax

I purchased my last boat in AZ. kept it registered there for several years doing there non residence through the dept of game and fish, worked great until a local ranger checked me out on the lake one day, told me I now had to register in sunny Ca. Welcome back Mr. Brown gets me for close to 400 a y...
by chf8500
Fri May 26, 2017 10:28 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Trolling motor transducer
Replies: 4
Views: 2175

Re: Trolling motor transducer

If you check on the Lowrance forum I think you will find the answer, good guys there that helped me with the same problem, I have a 7 touch and it may be about the same as your elite uses a 000-10976- 001 Xducer.
by chf8500
Fri May 26, 2017 10:23 am
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: HDI Transducer
Replies: 4
Views: 2545

Re: HDI Transducer

Thanks, I will get one comming
by chf8500
Thu May 25, 2017 2:50 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: HDI Transducer
Replies: 4
Views: 2545

Re: HDI Transducer

Found the tag, mod # 003-8766-00 all I can find on line at the stores is a mod # 000-10976-001 it looks like one and the same but not sure if it will work on my 7 touch
by chf8500
Thu May 25, 2017 7:49 am
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: HDI Transducer
Replies: 4
Views: 2545

HDI Transducer

I have a 7 gen 2 up front with a down scan puck on the T/M, I crashed it the other day and need to replace the Xducer, but I can't remember which model it is can you let me know what one I need and also what are your thoughts on the shield saver.Thanks Danny
by chf8500
Thu Oct 01, 2015 12:37 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Turning yourself in for an illegal fish, when it costs you a chance at $300,000
Replies: 6
Views: 1855

Re: Turning yourself in for an illegal fish, when it costs you a chance at $300,000

There are still classy folks fishing we don't hear enough about.
by chf8500
Mon Sep 28, 2015 1:49 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: This is Huge Guys !!!!!!
Replies: 28
Views: 17695

Re: This is Huge Guys !!!!!!

Don't get to the delta often but what a great place to fish, that being said, between the two tree huggers, boxer and foolstien, who else needs to feel our wrath, if they get away with this I can see a down hill slide on a bunch of pristine lakes where non "non native fish have been placed"...
by chf8500
Fri May 10, 2013 8:21 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Where to buy Lower Units cheap??
Replies: 8
Views: 1764

Re: Where to buy Lower Units cheap??

I don't know if Batrums out at lake naciemento still has it but I put a new motor on last sept. the old one had a fresh lower unit, maybe just a couple of hrs on it may be worth giving him a call 831 238 1573
by chf8500
Fri Mar 29, 2013 8:24 am
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: 1999 Ranger 519 VS hull with trailer/ no motor *SOLD*
Replies: 19
Views: 8027

Re: 1999 Ranger 519 VS hull with trailer

plastic 916 would you consider swapping your 25 fury for a almost new 24 fury and $$$$ ?
by chf8500
Wed Jan 30, 2013 12:06 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Mercury 175 efi driving me nuts help!
Replies: 13
Views: 16982

Re: Mercury 175 efi driving me nuts help!

I had a 98 EFI pretty much the same symptoms, changed out a bunch of components and each time thought the thing was fixed, run fine then bog down at WOT, this went on for about 6 months. wound up a piston had been siezing up and causing my problem, finally threw a rod through the block behind the ue...
by chf8500
Tue Jul 31, 2012 7:23 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Boat Trailer Axle Sheared Off Trailer
Replies: 13
Views: 3165

Re: Boat Trailer Axle Sheared Off Trailer

For sure there are a lot of torsion axles on the road, I have seen several fail for different reasons, just a suggestion but whether you opt for a new trailer or repair on yours, go with a multiple leaf spring set up that is rated at least 1000# heavier than your load. for most bass boats that would...
by chf8500
Mon Jul 30, 2012 8:21 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Boat Trailer Axle Sheared Off Trailer
Replies: 13
Views: 3165

Re: Boat Trailer Axle Sheared Off Trailer

I would sure think your insurance will cover all the expenses less deductible, as far as the repair on your trailer a decent welding shop should be able to put a new axle assy and repair any frame damage. shouldn't be too bad on cost, I repaired a tandem last year that the same thing happened to, ax...
by chf8500
Fri Jul 27, 2012 7:15 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Big Motor questions
Replies: 17
Views: 3502

Re: Big Motor questions

I had a 175 EFI was doing the same thing for about 3 months, did not think to much about it as it would always correct itself, untill about a quarter mile after blast off blew a piston, get it to a good mech and have him check it out lots of good advise on here but believe me that it can be very cos...
by chf8500
Mon Jan 16, 2012 4:35 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: What's up with Naci?
Replies: 7
Views: 1312

Re: What's up with Naci?

If you can get to San Antonio prior to the weekend rain they wiil tag your boat and that is also good at Naci. If not the inspections are fairly eazy if you have been on any of the local lakes for last launch, plug out clean and dry live wells and I would think the inspector would take any wet trail...
by chf8500
Mon Sep 19, 2011 2:46 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Need some help! Aerator pump!
Replies: 4
Views: 942

Re: Need some help! Aerator pump!

Most likley you have a cartridge style pump and could be as simple as a plugged impellor. twist out the top of the unit generally a quarter turn lift out the cartridge and check for some obstruction. If thats not it check the 2 wire connector going into the pump, sometimes they manage to come apart....
by chf8500
Tue Sep 13, 2011 3:30 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Recommended rpm
Replies: 12
Views: 2248

Re: Recommended rpm

Need to know a bit more info, 7K should scatter your 200 bad, sounds like maybe a wrong setting on your tach. 65mph on most 200 hp motor/boat combos comes around 5800 rpm with a 24/25p prop. check the little rotary screw on the back of your tach, probably on the wrong pulse
by chf8500
Mon Jun 13, 2011 12:45 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Cleaning Boat Carpet?
Replies: 13
Views: 13194

Re: Cleaning Boat Carpet?

You probably won't ever get it to fluff again, but I have used several automotive carpet cleaners from any of the parts stores, that, a good stiff brush, and a shop vac and it comes out looking super clean, If you have access to some 150 psi air if you blow it against the weave it will perk it up fo...
by chf8500
Mon Jun 13, 2011 12:36 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: snakes on the delta
Replies: 24
Views: 7496

Re: snakes on the delta

Good friend I fish with at San Antonio had a 2.5 rattler join him in his boat a couple years ago. Lucky the critter laid out on the center seat so Will saw him in time to pick up a Loomis with a 1/2 oz jig tied on, took a bit but he finally got it anchored and a good toss put the beast back in the w...
by chf8500
Fri May 20, 2011 7:19 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: MUSSLE INSPECTIONS AT NACI AND SAN ANTONE
Replies: 9
Views: 1348

Re: MUSSLE INSPECTIONS AT NACI AND SAN ANTONE

well its becoming a fact of life around here! Now if the state would get there act together and have one inspection program for all of the lakes it would make things easier, but go figure the State of California use common sense; thats a laugh!!! walt She it, you think california has any common sen...
by chf8500
Wed Apr 20, 2011 7:23 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clear lake motels
Replies: 4
Views: 928

Re: Clear lake motels

The Mallard, Nice little spot, reasonable, and the folks that ran it last time I was there are super,
by chf8500
Wed Dec 22, 2010 8:03 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: new boat have prop question...
Replies: 10
Views: 1793

Re: new boat have prop question...

You won't go wrong with a 25P tempest, great out of the hole and with the right height on the motor you can expect to see 65+ top end Don't be afraid to set that motor up about the 2nd or 3rd hole but that is something you will have to toy with a bit as your load is a major factor in how it preforms...
by chf8500
Thu Nov 04, 2010 11:15 am
Forum: Political
Topic: letterman quote last night
Replies: 2
Views: 470

Re: letterman quote last night

Why bother to wash em off, hopefully they slip on thier own slime and trample themselves to death getting to the unemployment line HARDYHARHAR
by chf8500
Mon Nov 01, 2010 1:04 pm
Forum: Political
Topic: SD who is voting for Carly?
Replies: 8
Views: 744

Re: SD who is voting for Carly?

I'm calling into question your need for a boat Greg. Many people don't have one, why should you Yes on 19 and let me tell you why. When the irony of the most liberal state in the US becoming the first to use nullification to stop federal rule over all of the land just because they want their right ...
by chf8500
Tue Oct 05, 2010 6:35 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clear Lake Inspection
Replies: 7
Views: 1349

Re: Clear Lake Inspection

Thanks, will stop by Thurs AM when I get there
by chf8500
Tue Oct 05, 2010 6:29 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clear Lake Inspection
Replies: 7
Views: 1349

Re: Clear Lake Inspection

Short question, comming from central coast for ABA TOC in a couple weeks my boat is tagged at Margerita, will I still need a Clear Lake inspection, Thanks Danny
by chf8500
Wed Sep 15, 2010 2:56 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: INFO on lake san antonio
Replies: 1
Views: 530

Re: INFO on lake san antonio

Should be pretty quiet out there now, summer campers mostly pulled out and not too many weekenders. far as crooks haven't heard any bad stories this year Johnny law was on em like flies on turds, pretty well kept them in line or out, short side note Roger from the Tackle Box has a hundred dollar ben...
by chf8500
Thu Sep 09, 2010 2:39 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: This is not directly fishing related but PISSES me off!
Replies: 102
Views: 15327

Re: This is not directly fishing related but PISSES me off!

I could not agree with you more on this issue, there are, a few sane people left in California. Anyone in their right mind would certainly have reservations about letting the already over educated, over paid, over perked, underworked and for the last few years it seems highly corrupted, politicians ...
by chf8500
Fri Jul 16, 2010 6:52 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Truck to trailer lights issue
Replies: 13
Views: 1827

Re: Truck to trailer lights issue

you probably have blown fuses look in the engine compartment fuse box quite sure you will find bad fuses, if not that check your wiring into plug on vehicle corrosion on pegs or wires loose on back side of plug most likley fuses tho since it works on a different truck
by chf8500
Mon Mar 29, 2010 7:54 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Need suggestions on where to go?
Replies: 3
Views: 647

Re: Need suggestions on where to go?

If you just want to bend your rod Naci is on a fantastic white and spot bite. some decent fish being caught in the evening. if ya go don't forget no live whites in your box, big fine if checked kill the mothers then box em. good eating also
by chf8500
Fri Mar 26, 2010 6:39 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: NADA boat values vs fair offer?
Replies: 9
Views: 2419

Re: NADA boat values vs fair offer?

Having run an 86 373 for 10 years it is a pretty nice boat, price in NADA is about right for that rig, but be fore warned tho, the 150 on the back could be in line for some major $$$$$$ if it has a bunch of hrs on it, you could be driving a 1000 dollar ranger with a 10,000 $ motor on it next year. H...
by chf8500
Fri Jan 15, 2010 2:36 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: COUPLES TOURNAMENTS
Replies: 4
Views: 913

Re: COUPLES TOURNAMENTS

Not necessary a couples event, but there are several of us that fish with our wives once a month at san antonio, or naci, fun time and cheap usually get 10/15 boats and go from 7 to 3 all good people
by chf8500
Tue Aug 18, 2009 6:08 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Trailer light problem Part 2
Replies: 7
Views: 1513

Re: Trailer light problem Part 2

Do you have a factory installed plug on your truck or is it an aftermarket that was put on, makes a differerance since the aftermarket needs some special considerations with the pickup connection
by chf8500
Thu Jul 09, 2009 6:50 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: when to replace leaf springs
Replies: 9
Views: 9339

Re: when to replace leaf springs

We work on and build quite a few trailers in my shop, per say there is no given time limit on how long springs will last, best advice I can give is to check them periodicly for bushing wear, u-bolt tightness, and any type of cracking. one more thing, if they show heavy pitting or deep rusting time t...
by chf8500
Wed Jul 08, 2009 6:22 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Naci fishing report??
Replies: 1
Views: 611

Re: Naci fishing report??

still spots to be had, easy to to catch now as the pond is about the size of a big swimming pool same way at san antone bite is tougher tho and the gates are open looks like they are trying to empty that sucker too, margerita is a better bet and there are no ski idiots on it
by chf8500
Tue Jun 30, 2009 6:16 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyone buy an out of state boat and register it in Cali
Replies: 12
Views: 2364

Re: Anyone buy an out of state boat and register it in Cali

Did my last one that way, kept it registered in Az put Ca tags on trailer got checked one time, told the ranger I fished the southern cal/ az lakes why it has Az sticker, no sweat, none of this Ca luxury tax rip off that way
by chf8500
Tue Jun 16, 2009 9:20 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: If you could
Replies: 3
Views: 698

Re: If you could

Los Banos creek lake, nice small lake, trout bass crappie, 5 mph speed limit, very few boats, big bass 10+ not uncommon, quiet and a bit off the beaten track
by chf8500
Wed Jun 10, 2009 6:34 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: merc rebuild?
Replies: 20
Views: 2976

Re: merc rebuild?

That sucks big time, almost looks like you will be better off going with a remanufactued pwr head stright from Merc. new parts warranty and all that goes with it, Nelson down in salinas is a good bet for treating ya right
by chf8500
Wed Apr 29, 2009 7:15 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: THANK YOU GARY WATTS!!!!!!!!!!
Replies: 12
Views: 2176

Re: THANK YOU GARY WATTS!!!!!!!!!!

Gary did mine last year SUPER job also, anyone needing a recarpet won't go wrong with his work, reasonable cost to boot
by chf8500
Fri Apr 24, 2009 11:11 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Nacimiento water level?
Replies: 5
Views: 1916

Re: Nacimiento water level?

still plenty of lake but north end buoyd off at cemetary cove and along the shore to the north of south shore ramp wildflower festival next week, be a major mess that weekend. fishing has been a bit off/on some good bigmouth caught and decent smallies. tri valley is there tomorrow so we see how we do.
by chf8500
Tue Apr 21, 2009 6:31 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fury Prop "Demo Program"
Replies: 17
Views: 3760

Re: Jaco hasa bad reputation

Bass, I also have the same boat /motor as you, run a 25p tempest right now that Phil's tuned up when I bought it, this boat does haul the mail but have been wanting to try the fury in 25p. Did you try a 25 or is a 24 what the prop guys say to turn when changing, at present there is no trouble gettin...
by chf8500
Wed Mar 11, 2009 6:30 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Need Prop Help/Advice
Replies: 7
Views: 909

Re: Need Prop Help/Advice

Todd Martin on the BBC boards is really great at on line diagnostics, if you go there. Also I have a 24p trophy if you want to borrow, a bit away from you tho in King City, but only half hr. to lake Naci or San Antonio. Danny
by chf8500
Mon Feb 23, 2009 3:29 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: kim bain? 1st woman in classic.
Replies: 32
Views: 5338

Re: kim bain? 1st woman in classic.

I for one don't see a big deal out of which circuit one qualifies on ya got to be good to get there, and you got to be outstanding to stay there. Wouldn't be a something if she comes back next year and makes day 3, times are changing and whether we agree or not after this year I think the girls are ...
by chf8500
Wed Jan 21, 2009 7:57 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Merc. mechanic in south bay?
Replies: 8
Views: 1225

Re: Merc. mechanic in south bay?

Nelson in salinas is really good on these Mercs, once in awhile he is on this board,
by chf8500
Wed Jan 21, 2009 7:57 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Merc. mechanic in south bay?
Replies: 8
Views: 1225

Re: Merc. mechanic in south bay?

Nelson in salinas is really good on these Mercs, once in awhile he is on this board,
by chf8500
Mon Dec 22, 2008 8:36 am
Forum: Hunting General
Topic: Pig Hunting?
Replies: 5
Views: 4972

Re: Pig Hunting?

Paul, If you want to pay for a guided hunt I have several friends that can put one a wild hog at a decent price, Monterey county area. If ya want to hunt on your own, Fort Hunter Liggett in the the same area has a good populatin of pigs also, there are a few restrictions copper slugs are all that ar...
by chf8500
Wed Nov 05, 2008 8:33 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lowrance Question
Replies: 3
Views: 720

Re: Lowrance Question

Tunaman Thanks for the help, soft reset did the trick, much appreciated, more for gas money now
by chf8500
Tue Nov 04, 2008 8:17 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lowrance Question
Replies: 3
Views: 720

Lowrance Question

334c Lowrance with puc mount on T/M, was working fine last trip, turned it on Sunday and all I can get is the gps screen, no pages, no second click menu, so the sonar part will not come up, any thing simple to look for before sending unit back to Lowrance, thanks danny
by chf8500
Tue Oct 14, 2008 2:34 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How do you charge your boat
Replies: 13
Views: 1902

Re: How do you charge your boat

24/7 delco voyagers, 3 years old and still like the bunny, going strong
by chf8500
Thu Oct 09, 2008 2:24 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Quick Silver Oil
Replies: 7
Views: 1444

Re: Quick Silver Oil

2nd wally world, Paso store around 19 a gal. blew a 150 carb merc a few years ago, tried to save a buck on oil and cost me a bundle. suggest stay with quick silver, thats all that has been in my 175 and not a bit of grief in 500+ hrs.