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by Mitch
Sun Apr 03, 2011 10:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Konocti Harbor Resort and Spa
Replies: 2
Views: 1433

Re: Konocti Harbor Resort and Spa

I was surprised and saddened to see it close. Prices were just to high for the current economy I guess. It was in need of some "Face Lifting" but I liked the location and the accomadations. Konocti Vista put a hurt to it for tournaments, but the concerts were a major draw. Here's hoping th...
by Mitch
Sun Jan 02, 2011 9:03 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Need a little advice
Replies: 14
Views: 1928

Re: Need a little advice

OK, I'm gonna let out a secrete of mine for storage of reels...........Get some reel covers, ( Bass Pro Shop) then get some fine mesh ( like vail material ) at a local fabric store and make or have your wife make small 2"x 2" bags out of them. Now, fill each bag with RICE. staple the end c...
by Mitch
Fri Dec 31, 2010 9:14 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Legend Boats Lake Fork tournament WOW!
Replies: 10
Views: 2345

Re: Legend Boats Lake Fork tournament WOW!

Mike you should do this !!! I just wish I could get away to go too. Keep me posted on your progress. Lucky SOB
by Mitch
Fri Dec 31, 2010 9:07 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: LOOKING FOR BASSBOAT INSURANCE ANY SUGGESTIONS ?
Replies: 13
Views: 1849

Re: LOOKING FOR BASSBOAT INSURANCE ANY SUGGESTIONS ?

I had State Farm for house and trucks, then added the boat. Had 2 claims in 10 years. No sweat, easy, and fast.
I would check with whoever your home and cars are with also.
by Mitch
Thu Dec 30, 2010 2:55 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Legend Boats Lake Fork tournament WOW!
Replies: 10
Views: 2345

Re: Legend Boats Lake Fork tournament WOW!

Too bad we can't get something like this out West. I'd love to be able to go back and fish that, but I'm not retiered just yet. LOL
by Mitch
Tue Nov 16, 2010 4:57 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 50 cents to cross the Antioch Bridge?...I found
Replies: 11
Views: 2534

Re: 50 cents to cross the Antioch Bridge?...I found

Ha !!! It cost me $ 11.25 to cross any bridge with the Pete and the trailer. ( 5 axles )
by Mitch
Sun Nov 14, 2010 8:55 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Battery charger ( ranger)
Replies: 6
Views: 2829

Re: Battery charger ( ranger)

sounds like a bad battery or a bad connection. Clean your connections, fill your batterys and try again. You may have to take them out and have them tested at Kragen or Nappa or some other battery place.
by Mitch
Sat Nov 13, 2010 9:12 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Buying into B.A.S.S. - about the new owners
Replies: 4
Views: 835

Re: Buying into B.A.S.S. - about the new owners

Hopefully the new owners will get BASS back to being about the ANGLERS. I like the part about getting the Elites fees paid by sponsership. THis should really get the turn out for Opens up. I would only hope they get a western circuit going again and make it affordable to draw enough anglers.
by Mitch
Sat Nov 13, 2010 8:48 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New Motor or New Boat
Replies: 14
Views: 1555

Re: New Motor or New Boat

You want to spend 16k. try this http://www.westernbass.com/_forum/ads_item.php?id=18155&sid=48f12e66fe33ed1615f5c06b3192baf0 WOW !!! There's the best deal I've seen in a long time. I'd sure think about it, plus you can sell what you have now and apply it to the price of the new boat. A BRAND NE...
by Mitch
Sat Nov 06, 2010 7:46 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Batteries in parallel
Replies: 16
Views: 2612

Re: Batteries in parallel

As I said " You can run your anyway you want". I know the law of least resistance and also understand that a weak batterey in the mix will cause a breakdown of the system either way you hook em up. However, I'm not understanding the part about needing more cables to connect them together. ...
by Mitch
Fri Nov 05, 2010 6:31 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Batteries in parallel
Replies: 16
Views: 2612

Re: Batteries in parallel

Sorry Leon, but I strongly disagree with you. I've worked with batterys on cars boats, ships, motorhomes, and Big Trucks for over 45 yrs. I also have a 1st phone license (electronics), and it DOES make a difference. I run 4-12v batts in my Peterbuilt and the best case senero is to come off the first...
by Mitch
Fri Nov 05, 2010 8:41 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: March Silver lake bass
Replies: 4
Views: 1777

Re: March Silver lake bass

Looks like you've got em dialed in !!! SO, where is Silver Lake ? I'm a trucker who carries a rod or 2 and thought maybe if it's close to my routes I'd drop a line .
by Mitch
Fri Nov 05, 2010 7:21 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Batteries in parallel
Replies: 16
Views: 2612

Re: Batteries in parallel

If you wire 2 12v in paralell be sure to use the + off one and the - off the other. Do not come off the same battery. You also could try 2 6v in series. Palalell connections will give you the same VOLTAGE, and DOULBE the AMPRAGE. Series connections will DOUBLE the VOLTAGE and the AMPRAGE will remai...
by Mitch
Wed Nov 03, 2010 6:15 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Batteries in parallel
Replies: 16
Views: 2612

Re: Batteries in parallel

If you wire 2 12v in paralell be sure to use the + off one and the - off the other. Do not come off the same battery. You also could try 2 6v in series. Palalell connections will give you the same VOLTAGE, and DOULBE the AMPRAGE. Series connections will DOUBLE the VOLTAGE and the AMPRAGE will remain...
by Mitch
Sat Oct 30, 2010 12:24 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fishing Poles On A Plane
Replies: 9
Views: 1308

Re: Fishing Poles On A Plane

I've been all over the country and Mexico with my gear. I carry on my reels and some plastics. NOTHING WITH HOOKS !!! They must be in checked luggage. Rods....I use a 7'4" x 4" black plastic pipe with a cap on one end and a screw in cap on the other. It's much harder for the airlines to da...
by Mitch
Mon Oct 25, 2010 6:49 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: "Rod Catching techniques"???
Replies: 14
Views: 2612

Re: "Rod Catching techniques"???

Has anybody ever tried using a large magnet ? Would the reel or the eyes be enough to attract it ?
by Mitch
Wed Oct 20, 2010 7:19 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bike seat stuck
Replies: 21
Views: 3187

Re: Bike seat stuck

Greg_Cornish wrote:Throw a pail of cold water on it. It worked on my dog.


LOL Classic, Greg !!!
by Mitch
Wed Oct 20, 2010 7:05 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Idiots on the Delta
Replies: 14
Views: 3312

Re: Idiots on the Delta

Damn !!! Where's the Sheriff when you need him ? Glad you're ok. Hope the Insu. Co comes thru for you. I've always had State Farm and they came thru when I needed it on 2 claims. ( $4200 and $8500) I would'nt use anyone else. Also, no one came by you on your trec back on the TM ? Man that's SAD !!!!...
by Mitch
Sun Oct 10, 2010 12:11 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Color C-Lector
Replies: 5
Views: 1206

Re: Color C-Lector

I still have mine and will still rely on it. It's mainly a sourch to find out what color is more VISABLE at each depth dependant on the clairity and depth of the water.
by Mitch
Sat Oct 02, 2010 1:09 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Vote
Replies: 4
Views: 1651

Re: Vote

Done and DONE !!! What is going on here ? It's time to take back this country and put it back to where it was intended by the forefathers and the people who fought to be here. It's needs to be LOVE IT, OR LEAVE IT again !!!!
by Mitch
Sun Sep 05, 2010 7:30 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bass Boat Seat Belts
Replies: 36
Views: 9720

Re: Bass Boat Seat Belts

I've posed this same question twice before and was thoughly beaten up about it. I have suffered numerous tail bone and lower back injuryes due to poor opperator control and have had some pretty scary rides from others. I've even suffered the surprise of an unlikly wave spike too during a trip or two...
by Mitch
Mon Aug 16, 2010 11:10 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Where to stay at Clear Lake ??
Replies: 13
Views: 2131

Re: Where to stay at Clear Lake ??

The Mallard House in Lakeport is great.......Clean, Safe, Dock, Ramp near by at the Skylark. PH 707 262-1601 Has been my favorite in the north for years. Second best is the Knocti Vista Casino/Hotel. Has everything above, just a little more "Traffic"
by Mitch
Sun Aug 15, 2010 11:38 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Skeets Response to AOY....
Replies: 15
Views: 4484

Re: Skeets Response to AOY....

This just shows what a JOKE the BASS playoff format is. It is rediculous that a guy leads the points start to finish and ends with in excess of a 100 point lead at the end. TOTAL DOMINATION. He was robbed of the AOY by a stupid playoff adjusted points system. Congrays to Skeet.....and Im not even a...
by Mitch
Sun Aug 15, 2010 11:33 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How to Remove a boat Seat??
Replies: 5
Views: 13712

Re: How to Remove a boat Seat??

Gator, I've had 3 Rangers and all were different. Basicly,there are 2 screws in the front and 2 screws on the seat back. On one, the front screws were obvious, but the other 2 there were plastic covers over them that pop off with a small straight blade screwdriver. The seat on the one boat then lift...
by Mitch
Sun Aug 15, 2010 11:15 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Reeds for 01 225 Optimax?
Replies: 9
Views: 2331

Re: Reeds for 01 225 Optimax?

I had Bosesin (spelling ?) reeds put in mine when I had it rebuilt. Theyre made of fiber not metal. Theyre well worth the money !!! Much better throttle response and if you should ever suck a reed, they don't eat a piston when it happens.
by Mitch
Sat Jul 24, 2010 6:12 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Polygraphs
Replies: 12
Views: 2578

Re: Polygraphs

What about the "stress Test" ? Isn't it supposed to be more accurate.
by Mitch
Wed Jun 23, 2010 8:53 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Had 9 out of 10 bass miss my top water...
Replies: 10
Views: 1926

Re: Had 9 out of 10 bass miss my top water...

[quote="acm95301"]Alot of things may be going on here: 1. the fish may be hitting the bait in order to stun it and then it figures out somethings wrong, especially if the fish are smaller. Next time this happens, STOP the bait after being missed and LEAVE IT SET... this sometimes works for...
by Mitch
Wed Jun 23, 2010 8:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Best color/colors for Clearlake ?
Replies: 4
Views: 842

Re: Best color/colors for Clearlake ?

Black/blue......green pumpkin/brown......Brown/purple......for jigs

Margarita Mutalator........Red Craw..........Spanish Fly.........for worms

Junebug.......Green Pumpkin.......watermelon green/black flk..Senkos

GOOD LUCK !!!!
by Mitch
Sat Jun 19, 2010 1:30 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How Funky is CA 175 from H101 to Lakeport????
Replies: 13
Views: 2514

Re: How Funky is CA 175 from H101 to Lakeport????

175 is NOT the way to go when towing a boat. I've seen CHP turn guys around and make them go all the way back also. BUT the main reason is not that it isn't doable, but it's the OTHER guy comin the OTHER way that will get you. Twice I got put into the ditch by the IDIOT comin the other way. I'd avoi...
by Mitch
Thu Jun 10, 2010 7:23 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: USAC Announces Bass West Open
Replies: 58
Views: 7983

Re: USAC Announces Bass West Open

Hmmmm, kinda steep on the entry, IMHO
by Mitch
Thu Jun 10, 2010 7:20 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: EARLY TIMES WHISKY LAUNCHES “REEL IN A MILLIONâ€
Replies: 3
Views: 740

Re: EARLY TIMES WHISKY LAUNCHES “REEL IN A MILLIONâ€

It says "Offer Void in California".................*&^%$#@
by Mitch
Sun May 16, 2010 10:48 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Backing down....
Replies: 15
Views: 2726

Re: Backing down....

OK everyone, here's the "Secrete" to backing a trailer..............put your hand on the BOTTOM of the steering wheel, then which ever way you want the trailer to move.........move your hand in that direction. Everybody gets confused with your hand on the top of the wheel.....................
by Mitch
Tue Apr 20, 2010 8:06 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Get read to register you shotguns and rifles in California
Replies: 189
Views: 23628

Re: Get read to register you shotguns and rifles in Californ

Damn !! Look what all I been missin out on by not being on the web for over a week............

Just to clarify this for friends of JT's and mine, and for those others who also know us ..........I AM NOT MM. I've gotten 3 calls now to see if this was me.........LOL LOL
by Mitch
Sat Apr 10, 2010 4:50 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: best tow rig tire for wet ramps
Replies: 20
Views: 3320

Re: best tow rig tire for wet ramps

+1 on the Bridgestone Duelers. I never lost traction in my Tahoe and by rotating them every 5-7k miles I got 75-80k miles out of them. Great tire. I've been running them since 1980 on all my trucks and SUV's. I bought mine at Discount Tire and would always buy the lifetime Alignment, Balance and Rot...
by Mitch
Sat Apr 10, 2010 4:26 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: AM's Please read....................
Replies: 26
Views: 4239

Re: AM's Please read....................

WOW !! THis subject goes around evey year. I've fished both ends and fished as Pro for many years. I've had some great back seats that I would welcome on my boat in a second, and there have been some that I don't even want to see in the parking lot. I had a guy even tell me he had to go to the ATM t...
by Mitch
Sat Apr 03, 2010 8:37 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Getting organized
Replies: 8
Views: 1514

Re: Getting organized

Peg board deal is A+ , but those rods need to be stored in a vertical rack. Otherwise, is that all you got ? LOL LOL I carry more than that in my boat !!!!
by Mitch
Sat Apr 03, 2010 8:30 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Looking for advice on how to drive in rough water.
Replies: 13
Views: 2491

Re: Looking for advice on how to drive in rough water.

Youv'e GOT to be on plane. Timing is key, try to ride the wave, but not to "jump" it. Speed is control, but do not "go as fast as you can". This will NOT only tear up your equipment, but will hurt YOU as well. Above all the best advise is to get over toward the bank, stay just en...
by Mitch
Sun Mar 21, 2010 2:20 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 18.11 caught at Melones today!
Replies: 41
Views: 11547

Re: 18.11 caught at Melones today!

WOW !!! What a great catch. I knew there were biggins in that lake and now there's proof. How 'bout some info on how you caught her. Nice finish, and thanks for returning her to the same spot and keeping the strain going. What a great wall hanger that will make. Congratulations Kyle. Johnny C, now y...
by Mitch
Sat Mar 20, 2010 12:49 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: help please fishfinder question
Replies: 3
Views: 669

Re: help please fishfinder question

When hooking that unit up, you HAVE to run a wire directly to the battery for power. It MUST be done this way as if the voltage dropes below 12v consistantly, it will automaticly shut off. If you tap into a hot lead under the dash you will not maintain 12v. This is the main reason Lowrance discontin...
by Mitch
Sun Jan 31, 2010 10:46 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: FYI; FOOD, GAS & TACKLE AT LAKE DON PEDRO
Replies: 9
Views: 1602

Re: FYI; FOOD, GAS & TACKLE AT LAKE DON PEDRO

Has the ownership changed again. The last time I was there it SUCKED. We used to be welcomed there, then it seemed we were a bother. And the prices where sky high.
by Mitch
Sun Jan 31, 2010 10:43 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ouch!!!! - $20 to cross Bay Area Bridges Pulling Your Boat
Replies: 9
Views: 2063

Re: Ouch!!!! - $20 to cross Bay Area Bridges Pulling Your Bo

I'm an owner/opperator truck driver. It cost me $ 11.25 tro cross now, what's it gonna go to for me ? It's getting tougher and tougher to make a living as it is already.
by Mitch
Mon Jan 25, 2010 7:54 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Accidental line cutter discovery
Replies: 8
Views: 2157

Re: Accidental line cutter discovery

If she's like my wife, after 5 seconds she's thinking of something else as she wanders thru the garage just looking but not seeing. LOL LOL
by Mitch
Mon Jan 25, 2010 7:39 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Don Pedro Quagga Inspections??
Replies: 12
Views: 2093

Re: What is a Quagga Inspection?

[quote="jimmy87"]

really its nothing more than keeping your boat clean.

There ya go, a simple answer to a difficult question. Thanks jimmmy87, I couldn't have stated it any better. Come on guys, you're not going to beat the system, so learn to deal with it the easiest way.
by Mitch
Wed Jan 06, 2010 5:02 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Redding ice and Genmar sale
Replies: 4
Views: 1106

Re: Redding ice and Genmar sale

Don't worry about the road as much as be verrrrry careful on the docks........................and the water will be verrrry cold if you slip in !!!
by Mitch
Wed Jan 06, 2010 11:36 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: The latest edition of BassWest USA
Replies: 8
Views: 1826

Re: The latest edition of BassWest USA

biteme wrote:Is it on time now? I havent bought it yet because of all the stories you hear about not getting it.
Yeah, yeah, yeah. Mines never on time too, but well worth the wait !!
by Mitch
Wed Jan 06, 2010 11:34 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: BASS eliminates WBT
Replies: 9
Views: 1878

Re: BASS eliminates WBT

Sad to hear this. So, why can't they fish in the opens and qualify for the Elites then ? I don't see any reason to not let them. The fish don't know the difference and I'd love to see some lady angler right up there with the guys kickin' butt !!
by Mitch
Wed Jan 06, 2010 11:25 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: My Engine trims up but slowly sinks back down..
Replies: 13
Views: 2408

Re: My Engine trims up but slowly sinks back down..

Guess I'll have to figure out how to check the fluid level. Man, it seems it never ends. If it's not one thing, it's another. I also have to replace the wood slats on my tailor (not sure if slats are the right word) as I noticed one of them is smashed and broken at the very end. There is a filler n...
by Mitch
Wed Jan 06, 2010 11:13 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Feb. 15...
Replies: 5
Views: 1441

Re: Feb. 15...

LOL Hey, maybe I'll check that out. I'd really like that. Have to check with my dispatcher. Have to run a southern route tho, I don't want to dirty my 5 year old still "NEW" chains.
by Mitch
Wed Jan 06, 2010 11:06 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Shasta FLW- motorhome?
Replies: 5
Views: 1308

Re: Lake Shasta FLW- motorhome?

DANG, $ 25 a day now. They really have gone crazy up there !! Used to be 15 then went to 20 now 25. I haven't been there in a few years, but in these "financialy challanged" times, it looks like it will be a while longer too. I go over the bridge when I get a run north and almost cry when ...
by Mitch
Wed Jan 06, 2010 10:48 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: The latest edition of BassWest USA
Replies: 8
Views: 1826

Re: The latest edition of BassWest USA

DANG, mine hasn't come yet. BassWest Mag is by far the best one out there. I get BASS FLW and North American Fishing, but they've all gotten weak lately. BW is right on top of the list.