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- Sat Jun 05, 2021 8:30 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Delta's emergency drought barrier on the West False River
- Replies: 20
- Views: 4435
Re: Delta's emergency drought barrier on the West False River
So if you are in Little Franks and you want to motor west to the Sam Joaquin you wont be able to. You have to motor north in Fisherman's Cut to the San Joaquin and then head back south. It is certaily going to affect the tidal flow in and out of Franks. I agree with another post that the goop in Fra...
- Fri Jun 04, 2021 5:25 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Delta's emergency drought barrier on the West False River
- Replies: 20
- Views: 4435
Re: Delta's emergency drought barrier on the West False River
Anyone got the location of this on a Map?
- Mon Apr 05, 2021 8:15 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: 36v LifePo4 100Ah battery
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1663
Re: 36v LifePo4 100Ah battery
FLYPOWER 36v 100Ah LifePo4 Battery 3000-7000 Deep Cycles with BMS Lithium Iron for RV Campers Solar Marine Energy Reserve Power Supply Emergency Lighting Run in Series or Parallel, black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08LVJJFB6...0N2ZJRY7KM6NDR That looks like a great battery especially with the 5 year...
- Sat Apr 03, 2021 9:23 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: 36v LifePo4 100Ah battery
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1663
Re: 36v LifePo4 100Ah battery
Would you actually be using a single battery that is 36V x 100Ah or would you be using 3 batteries at 12V x 100Ah each? If you go with a single 36V battery you will need a charger that puts out 36V to charge it. Your onboard charger wont do that. Just curious, what company offers the 36V x 100Ah bat...
- Mon Mar 29, 2021 8:06 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Trolling motor power
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1266
Re: Trolling motor power
When you turn the prop by hand does it make any grinding sound our scraping sound? If so I would wonder if one of the magnets got broken. This happened to me. My motor would actually work but it sounded like a freight train it was grinding and scraping so badly. I ended up buying a new one and plan ...
- Tue Mar 16, 2021 6:22 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: First time to Delta end April
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1923
Re: First time to Delta end April
Start watching Steve Cooper "In Deep On Tthe Delta" on Youtube. He posts a weekly report full of info and tips.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9eosz ... ZYNGTAAGPA
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9eosz ... ZYNGTAAGPA
- Wed Mar 03, 2021 3:50 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Ranger 488vs help
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1363
Re: Ranger 488vs help
I thought the empty position opens the connection to the outside and the livewells will fill to the same level as the water outside the boat. I agree with this - in the EMPTY position the valves are open so water can back fill into the livewells. If you dont want any (or very much water) to come in...
- Fri Jun 05, 2020 6:50 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Boat Insurance Question
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2632
Re: Boat Insurance Question
My boat insurance is through Safeco on my 2006 Ranger 519SV/200HP. I had a problem on the water in the Delta and had to be towed in. The bill was approx $500. I figured I would have eat that. But I was talking to my agent and she said "submit a claim" and it was covered - the entire bill. ...
- Fri May 08, 2020 9:49 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Starting battery
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1743
Re: Starting battery
Go big. Walmart EverStart Maxx Marine Battery 29DC. Excellent cranking power and deep cycle. 1 year warranty. I get 4 years easy out of these on my boat with a 200HP and 2 graphs. $100 out the door. If you dont have the room for the 29DC then get the 27DC. Its the best value for the price.
- Thu Dec 26, 2019 9:54 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Battery Monitor For Trolling Battery
- Replies: 1
- Views: 663
Re: Battery Monitor For Trolling Battery
Maybe this article will help. Personally, I don’t use one though.
https://www.discountmarinebatteries.com ... y-monitor/
https://www.discountmarinebatteries.com ... y-monitor/
- Wed Nov 13, 2019 9:42 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Trailer bunks repair needed
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1813
Re: Trailer bunks repair needed
Just wondering - should you use stainless steel staples?? If you use 3M spray glue that's waterproof, the staples only need to hold until the glue sets. I used Arrow T50 staples, and they worked just fine. I used pressure treated lumber both times, for two different boats, and they are still going ...
- Tue Nov 12, 2019 11:20 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Trailer bunks repair needed
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1813
Re: Trailer bunks repair needed
Just wondering - should you use stainless steel staples??
- Sat Nov 09, 2019 6:37 pm
- Forum: Tournaments
- Topic: MLF Announces 2020 Sched... What do you think?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 3442
Re: MLF Announces 2020 Sched... What do you think?
Happy DINK Fishing to the Major League Dink Fishermen.
- Sun Sep 01, 2019 7:24 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: What's your favorite thing about the Delta?
- Replies: 22
- Views: 3751
Re: What's your favorite thing about the Delta?
The seals - they are so F***'n cute.
- Thu Aug 15, 2019 2:17 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Mahi Mahi Catch Breaks Record Set in 1984
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1344
Re: Mahi Mahi Catch Breaks Record Set in 1984
Its a beast !!!
- Wed May 29, 2019 10:07 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: There were originally no striped bass in California #WBW
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3523
Re: There were originally no striped bass in California #WBW
Cool history for sure. I think the BASS, FLW, MLF, etc should adopt new dress codes though and copy these gents in the photo.
- Fri May 24, 2019 10:30 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Lithium Battery in 36V system
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3600
Re: Lithium Battery in 36V system
Whether its $1100 or $2000 for Lithium batteries, either way, you can buy a lot of Lead Acid batteries for that. Yes the Lithium batteries are lighter and its cool technology, but does it really matter in your boat? Ok you get on plane a half of a second faster ... big deal. BTW, I worked on develop...
- Mon May 20, 2019 10:22 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Lithium Battery in 36V system
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3600
Re: Lithium Battery in 36V system
Not sure which Minn Kota battery charger you have but on their website the MK Precision charger says the following: Battery Type Selection: Each charging bank can be selected to your specific battery type (AGM, gel or flooded lead acid) to guarantee a safe, protected charge. So it doesnt say its com...
- Wed May 08, 2019 8:30 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: David Russo Prop Repair
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1618
David Russo Prop Repair
Just a good plug for David Russo and his prop repair shop. Took my stainless steel prop in for a tune-up and minor repair to remove some small dents and dings. He did a great job with very quick turnaround. Edges of the prop were nice and smooth afterwards. Was out this past week and the prop perfor...
- Wed Apr 17, 2019 8:12 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Delta Beavers
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1748
Re: Delta Beavers
I see them all the time at the Delta too, but I dont think they are beavers or otters. They are called Nutria. They are pretty destructive to the levees because they burrow. Not sure they eat LM or striped bass though. Between them and the GD seals in the Delta the entire Delta system is at risk fro...
- Sun Apr 14, 2019 7:12 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Another Delta sea lion
- Replies: 27
- Views: 8675
Re: Another Delta sea lion
Need to show this to our elected officials who claim the stripers are eating up all the salmons and other native species. :( :( :( Does anyone really think that Gov. Nuisance would care about a Bass losing its *** with a hook in its mouth? Im sure he thinks fishing is cruel and unusual punishment t...
- Tue Apr 02, 2019 2:52 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Braid to mono knot on a spinning reel
- Replies: 27
- Views: 8467
Re: Braid to mono knot on a spinning reel
What he said. The knot should never be in the spool. I use a double uni for the connection and a San Diego Jamb knot for my hook. Same set up I use for tuna only you need to upgrade everything and dump the spinning equipment. :wink: ..but everything else is the same. For long range fishing using co...
- Tue Apr 02, 2019 2:48 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Braid to mono knot on a spinning reel
- Replies: 27
- Views: 8467
Re: Braid to mono knot on a spinning reel
The RP Knot and the Albright Knot seem to be the same knot. Did Frank put his name on an existing knot?DanIsaac wrote:Yep, six-seven foot max will do the trick. I use an RP knot and never an issue.
- Mon Apr 01, 2019 6:37 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Sea lions flipping around giant bass in ca delta.
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3254
Re: Sea lions flipping around giant bass in ca delta.
I was out today. Launched from Orwood and went further south (BTW water was fairly clear, but fish had lockjaw). Saw 2 seals. I was shocked they were that far into the Delta system.
- Mon Apr 01, 2019 6:18 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Braid to mono knot on a spinning reel
- Replies: 27
- Views: 8467
Braid to mono knot on a spinning reel
Ok this subject has been around for ever, but this is different. I tie a really good Albright knot - smooth uniform 6 wrap barrel when it’s all sinched up and tag lines cut very close. The knot goes through the eyes perfectly. The problem is on a spinning reel the knot catches the line as the line c...
- Sun Mar 31, 2019 4:24 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Sea lions flipping around giant bass in ca delta.
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3254
Re: Sea lions flipping around giant bass in ca delta.
Is duck season still open?
- Fri Mar 29, 2019 12:49 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Delta Fishing?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1689
Delta Fishing?
What going on in the Delta these days? I don’t see a lot of reports.
- Mon Mar 11, 2019 11:38 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Ish Punchin' Veg VIDEO
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1517
Re: Ish Punchin' Veg VIDEO
Good video showing Ish catching fish. Was hoping for a little more info on technique and gear. It looks like he was punching right at the edge of the slop - it was hard to tell if he was back in there or not.
- Tue Mar 05, 2019 7:39 pm
- Forum: Rods & Reels
- Topic: WTB 6'6" Casting Rod
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1018
Re: WTB 6'6" Casting Rod
What model number?Brian L wrote:I have a GL3 6’8” med/heavy 10-17lb line 1/4-3/4oz text or call if your still looking 530-524-7525
- Tue Mar 05, 2019 7:39 pm
- Forum: Rods & Reels
- Topic: WTB 6'6" Casting Rod
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1018
Re: WTB 6'6" Casting Rod
What model number?Josh Hanna wrote:I have a GL2 for sale. Give me a call 925-963-1767
- Tue Mar 05, 2019 7:26 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Best Trolling motor batteries?
- Replies: 19
- Views: 10780
Re: Best Trolling motor batteries?
Walmart Marine Batteries. The 29DC batteries are $95. I just replaced one that was 5 years old. They work and they last if you take care of them.
- Mon Feb 18, 2019 8:50 am
- Forum: Rods & Reels
- Topic: WTB 6'6" Casting Rod
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1018
WTB 6'6" Casting Rod
Looking for a 6'6" MH 12-17 lb line weight 1/4-3/4 lure weight for worm and jig fishing.
Dobyns
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Dobyns
Loomis
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- Tue Feb 05, 2019 11:48 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Cranking Battery?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4561
Re: Cranking Battery?
I run the wal mart battery’s group 29 for both my cranking and TM battery’s they last 3/4 years and their 80 bucks and never left me stranded and hold a charge all day Agree 1000%. For this price you cant go wrong and Walmart backs the warranty. I've actually taken one battery back that failed befo...
- Tue Feb 05, 2019 11:45 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Bass Boat Carpet
- Replies: 17
- Views: 6162
Re: Bass Boat Carpet
The carpet iin my Ranger is still ok, but its getting older and in a year or two will need to be replaced. I'm going to consider this product over carpet. Just another idea. I have no idea the price comparison with carpet either - it may be way more expensive.
http://www.seadek.com/default.aspx
http://www.seadek.com/default.aspx
- Wed Jan 30, 2019 10:50 am
- Forum: Marine Accessories
- Topic: Batteries for sale.
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2243
Re: 4 bank 15 amp charger and batteries for sale.
The batteries are from Lithium Pro's. The setup I bought consist of 2 36v trolling motor batteries and 1 12v starting motor battery with 110 amp hour capacity. The weight savings was 200 lbs which included the weight of the charger. I installed it myself. It only requires 1 15 amp bank to charge th...
- Sun Jan 27, 2019 3:27 pm
- Forum: Marine Accessories
- Topic: Batteries for sale.
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2243
Re: 4 bank 15 amp charger and batteries for sale.
Congrats on the Lithium conversion. Just out of curiosity, how much did it cost do make the conversion? Who is the manufacturer of the batteries and the charger (website?). Did you do it yourself?
Thanks for the info.
Thanks for the info.
- Fri Jan 25, 2019 10:50 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Two More Lakes Have Confirmed Largemouth Bass Virus
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2965
Re: Two More Lakes Have Confirmed Largemouth Bass Virus
Seems like if you caught a fish with visible signs of the virus you would remove the fish from the lake and dispose of it, not release it back into the lake.
- Thu Dec 27, 2018 10:19 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: 12V Batteries Combined in SERIES - Different Size/Capacity OK?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2803
Re: 12V Batteries Combined in SERIES - Different Size/Capacity OK?
Combining multiple batteries that are different sizes in series is a very bad idea. Could even be dangerous. The problem will be when you are using the batteries on your trolling motor. The smaller battery will completely discharge before the bigger battery does and could go into reverse voltage. Th...
- Sat Nov 03, 2018 9:25 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Fall Fishing on Lake CDA
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1069
Re: Fall Fishing on Lake CDA
In 1970, the summer I turned 16, I spent a month in CDA with my grandfather. He retired there and lived on the lake not too far from the sawmill (wish I had that house). We fished for his favorite fish - he called them Bluebacks. I think they are a kokanee salmon species. We caught them trolling lit...
- Thu Nov 01, 2018 1:31 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Who uses Lithium Pro batteries?
- Replies: 17
- Views: 11191
Re: Who uses Lithium Pro batteries?
I run a RELION 100amp for cranking with no issues. I made a custom 36v 60amp for my trolling bank that is performing really well. On my 2nd year with no issues. The real beauty of these is they charge really fast. I don't use a onboard charger anymore. I have separate 36 volt lithium charger and a ...
- Fri Sep 14, 2018 10:21 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Ulrtex problem - need advise
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4605
Re: Ulrtex problem - need advise
My Fortrex did the same thing. Ran fine all day long and quit working at the end of the day. Figured for sure it was low charge on the battery. Next time out with full batteries it wouldnt run. After a lot of troubleshooting on the battery connections and the Control Board I loosened one of the scre...
- Fri Sep 14, 2018 10:02 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Rebuild Minn Kota Fortrex Motor?
- Replies: 0
- Views: 536
Rebuild Minn Kota Fortrex Motor?
Has anyone rebuilt a Minn Kota Fortrex 101# 36V motor. Mine filled with water. Plan on replacing the seals, brushes and bearings.
Does anyone have any tips or hints to make it go easier? Any video links?
Thanks!!
Does anyone have any tips or hints to make it go easier? Any video links?
Thanks!!
- Tue Aug 14, 2018 3:20 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Targeting sea lions is a shrewd and responsible step for saving salmon runs
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1776
Re: Targeting sea lions is a shrewd and responsible step for saving salmon runs
Imagine how these people would react at killing poor little innocent seals ...
- Wed Aug 01, 2018 11:08 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Breaking down the Delta..
- Replies: 16
- Views: 4121
Re: Breaking down the Delta..
Great tip. Thanks.
Are you doing that with the Navionics App or online or using Navionics on your depth finder?
Are you doing that with the Navionics App or online or using Navionics on your depth finder?
- Mon Jul 30, 2018 11:45 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Woman sues Bass Pro Shops ... unable to enjoy life
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2992
Re: Woman sues Bass Pro Shops ... unable to enjoy life
I thought it was going to say that her husband goes fishing all the time and that's why her life is miserable.
- Fri Jul 06, 2018 7:35 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Jell coating on my ranger trailer fenders ?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2440
Re: Jell coating on my ranger trailer fenders ?
They aren't in the Bay Area, but it's worth the drive to take it to Bragg's Marine in Anderson. 530-244-2545 I agree with Bragg's. The cleaned up some nicks in my Ranger boat and did a perfect job. They will do the same on a trailer. They are a certified Ranger repair shop. They have all the colors...
- Thu Jun 14, 2018 3:25 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Free Seminar Tonight at Fishermans Warehouse
- Replies: 2
- Views: 997
Re: Free Seminar Tonight at Fishermans Warehouse
Is it going to be video recorded and posted somewhere??
- Wed Jun 13, 2018 9:46 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Opinions on delta tides...
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2618
Re: Opinions on delta tides...
Ive always had more confidence fishing the high tide. I really like an early morning high tide best. I have the least confidence with a mid day low tide.
- Sat May 26, 2018 8:43 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Fiberglass repair
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1346
Re: Fiberglass repair
Braggs Marine - DEFINATELY !!! They did great work on my boat fixing some dings. The color match was perfect on my Ranger.
- Sat May 26, 2018 8:35 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Can solar panels charge marine batteries?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 14676
Re: Can solar panels charge marine batteries?
You would need a pretty large area solar array to charge your batteries after a full day of fishing in order to get the current (amps) you need. You would also need a 12V solar panel for each battery or an electronic system to switch the current between batteries. Ive thought about using a solar arr...
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