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by JL
Fri Nov 11, 2022 4:59 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Marine Unlimited
Replies: 4
Views: 548

Re: Marine Unlimited

As it was called by a few on here, Marine Limited! LOL! NO boat dealers ever seem to make it in Sonoma County?
by JL
Tue Nov 08, 2022 2:55 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: When I fish in lakes in California, can I “chum”?
Replies: 1
Views: 1535

Re: When I fish in lakes in California, can I “chum”?

Not sure about lakes, but when I used to deep sea fish out of Montery there were always a few people that " Chummed" LMFAO! :D
by JL
Sat Nov 05, 2022 5:57 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 10.15lb Smallmouth caught!
Replies: 5
Views: 1175

Re: 10.15lb Smallmouth caught!

Damn near! That fishery is on my list to fish someday! :D
by JL
Sat Nov 05, 2022 3:35 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 10.15lb Smallmouth caught!
Replies: 5
Views: 1175

10.15lb Smallmouth caught!

Just read on another site that a 10.15lb PIG of a smallmouth was caught on Lake Erie! WOWSER! :D
by JL
Sun Oct 30, 2022 7:38 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Deep cycle batteries-
Replies: 8
Views: 1192

Re: Deep cycle batteries-

:D Me too!
monte300 wrote: Sun Oct 30, 2022 7:13 pm I like American brand batteries. They are made in Hayward and sold at Boatmasters in Livermore.
by JL
Fri Oct 28, 2022 5:39 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lakeport 5th street ramp
Replies: 3
Views: 663

Re: Lakeport 5th street ramp

Yes it is.
by JL
Fri Oct 28, 2022 5:38 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: ABA Team TOC Delta
Replies: 2
Views: 478

Re: ABA Team TOC Delta

Thank you! 😊
by JL
Fri Oct 28, 2022 3:27 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: ABA Team TOC Delta
Replies: 2
Views: 478

ABA Team TOC Delta

What ramp is the ABA TOC going out of ? Thanks!
by JL
Sun Oct 23, 2022 1:57 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyone else getting this info about Tackle Warehouse?
Replies: 12
Views: 5394

Re: Anyone else getting this info about Tackle Warehouse?

My Amex card was hacked twice after TW was breached! I will be closely watching THIS!
by JL
Sat Oct 22, 2022 8:09 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: WWBT Mohave TOC Info
Replies: 1
Views: 393

Re: WWBT Mohave TOC Info

Any results????
by JL
Sat Oct 22, 2022 5:51 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: 2023 Angler's Press Outdoors schedule!
Replies: 3
Views: 2437

Re: 2023 Angler's Press Outdoors schedule!

Just wait and see! All the people complaining about not getting paid will be the FIRST to sign up ! LMFAO! :lol:
by JL
Wed Oct 05, 2022 10:50 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Eastman on fire
Replies: 2
Views: 879

Re: Eastman on fire

I thought I saw a plume of smoke over the lake? Was it caused by your reels smoking? LOL! Nice fish!
by JL
Sat Oct 01, 2022 7:13 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: All my Accessories and Graphs had no power.
Replies: 7
Views: 839

Re: All my Accessories and Graphs had no power.

There may be an Auto Re-Set Breaker somewhere in the wire between the Main Cut Off and the power to the console. This would trip then re-set as the breaker cooled down. Sounds like this could be your problem. Trouble is you'll need to find what is causing it to trip. Hey Mitch! Have you ever seen s...
by JL
Sat Oct 01, 2022 6:49 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lost Rod on Delta
Replies: 3
Views: 1112

Re: Lost Rod on Delta

Wow! That sucks man! I hope someone finds it and you get it back. What area of the Delta do you think you lost it?
by JL
Fri Sep 30, 2022 3:42 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: All my Accessories and Graphs had no power.
Replies: 7
Views: 839

Re: All my Accessories and Graphs had no power.

Everything on the battery is tight. It could be the battery/acc shut off switch? Yes! Check for tightness of connections on the battery switch and for corrosion on the switch contacts as well as the wire lugs. If you have access to a voltmeter or someone that does it will make your life alot easier...
by JL
Thu Sep 29, 2022 4:04 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: All my Accessories and Graphs had no power.
Replies: 7
Views: 839

Re: All my Accessories and Graphs had no power.

Possible loose connection on your main breaker or a breaker that is weak. Check all your connections on your cranking battery and battery switch, if you have one.
by JL
Wed Sep 28, 2022 6:00 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Closing Clear Lake to Tournaments
Replies: 23
Views: 4102

Re: Closing Clear Lake to Tournaments

$7.00 a gallon of gas is back in the central valley now and 2035 will be here sooner than you think. Cars Trucks Simi trucks Ski boats Pontoon boats Bass boats Jet skies Motor homes will all be gone. Governor Nutsack will make sure of that And the funny thing is the Republicans can't do any thing a...
by JL
Tue Sep 20, 2022 1:06 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Closing Clear Lake to Tournaments
Replies: 23
Views: 4102

Re: Closing Clear Lake to Tournaments

I believe there is some truths spoken.
by JL
Sat Sep 10, 2022 6:20 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Open back seat for Friday morning on the Delta
Replies: 3
Views: 1003

Re: Open back seat for Friday morning on the Delta

I heard it was 300 for 8 hrs, 200 for 5.
by JL
Wed Sep 07, 2022 6:26 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Binky bug
Replies: 19
Views: 1591

Re: Binky bug

I want some!!!!
by JL
Mon Sep 05, 2022 9:22 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Binky bug
Replies: 19
Views: 1591

Re: Binky bug

stickbait wrote: Mon Sep 05, 2022 8:08 am Long ago someone was marketing them and selling them.... I thought it was one of the regular old days Nor-Cal bass guys. I use to buy them at C&C marine till I starting buying Predator grubs and making my own.
Do they still make Predator grubs?
by JL
Mon Sep 05, 2022 7:30 am
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: 1987 Ranger 393v $3000
Replies: 4
Views: 1426

Re: 1987 Ranger 393v $3000

It's not for me, but a friend of mine is interested. I will pass this info on to him. Thanks!
by JL
Sun Sep 04, 2022 5:39 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Binky bug
Replies: 19
Views: 1591

Re: Binky bug

WRB wrote: Sun Sep 04, 2022 3:41 pm Don Iovino still makes a 3” & 4” paddle tail grub.
Tom
Thank you Tom!
by JL
Sun Sep 04, 2022 1:59 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Binky bug
Replies: 19
Views: 1591

Re: Binky bug

jiggin4bass wrote: Sun Sep 04, 2022 1:33 pm Pro worms might I have mine poured by one of my customers I do business with.
Thanks!
by JL
Sun Sep 04, 2022 1:17 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Binky bug
Replies: 19
Views: 1591

Re: Binky bug

Does Pro Worms still pour that beaver style bait? I used to make my own " Binky Bugs" back in the day. :D
by JL
Sun Sep 04, 2022 12:18 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Early bass fishing jigs in California 1960- 1970's
Replies: 17
Views: 1992

Re: Early bass fishing jigs in California 1960- 1970's

Binky Bug isn’t a jig it’s a finesse soft plastic usually a split shot presentation. The world of finesse jigs started in the mid 70’s with western bass pro’s like Dick Trask using darts, Don Iovino using Bill’s Chinelle body living rubber jigs and Skinny Bear jigs were popular in SoCal. Tom I used...
by JL
Sun Sep 04, 2022 5:49 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Early bass fishing jigs in California 1960- 1970's
Replies: 17
Views: 1992

Re: Early bass fishing jigs in California 1960- 1970's

hydro wrote: Sat Sep 03, 2022 7:03 pm Image OK here is my very bad rendition of a "Binky Bug " lure via Paint (photo is approximately actual size )
That is a "Binky Bug" Thanks Hydro!
by JL
Sat Sep 03, 2022 7:39 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Early bass fishing jigs in California 1960- 1970's
Replies: 17
Views: 1992

Re: Early bass fishing jigs in California 1960- 1970's

Who remembers the " Binky Bug" back in the 80's? I knew a guy who got a 10 lb bass at Don Pedro on a Binky bug around 1994-1995 I also knew a guy that got a 10 lb bass on a Brawley bass bug in 1977 at Lake Camanche. The " Binky Bug" was the S**t in the motherlode lakes back then.
by JL
Sat Sep 03, 2022 6:00 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Mercury and lithium starting batteries
Replies: 9
Views: 3412

Re: Mercury and lithium starting batteries

If it was me, I would stick with a AGM until Mercury puts out a statement otherwise. A new Merc motor is EXPENSIVE!
by JL
Fri Sep 02, 2022 6:44 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Early bass fishing jigs in California 1960- 1970's
Replies: 17
Views: 1992

Re: Early bass fishing jigs in California 1960- 1970's

Who remembers the " Binky Bug" back in the 80's?
by JL
Thu Sep 01, 2022 7:08 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: 1987 Ranger 393v $3000
Replies: 4
Views: 1426

Re: 1987 Ranger 393v $3000

Is this boat still available?
by JL
Thu Sep 01, 2022 4:10 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: A Final Fiasco for the last Windy Wednesday Nighter (long)
Replies: 4
Views: 1116

Re: A Final Fiasco for the last Windy Wednesday Nighter (long)

Fast Eddie! I really enjoy your stories and mishaps on WWN Tournaments! I have an idea for you and your partner. You two start doing what the bearded bassin guy used to do! If you two could capture all the drama you two had and may keep having? You guys would have a HELL of an audience! Think about ...
by JL
Sun Aug 28, 2022 5:36 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: It all started around here January 3rd 1998
Replies: 10
Views: 1789

Re: It all started around here January 3rd 1998

Yeah! He finally grew up! Was kinda nice to see to see a grown man mature before your own eyes on the internet!
by JL
Sat Aug 27, 2022 11:10 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: It all started around here January 3rd 1998
Replies: 10
Views: 1789

Re: It all started around here January 3rd 1998

Who remembers " Dom the Hawg Hunter" ? This guy was quite the character to say the least! I sold my old 201 Champion to him on a payment plan. Mistake on my part for sure! Finally had MY BOAT repoed from him during a tournament at Clear Lake. LMFAO, that was 22 years ago and when thinking ...
by JL
Tue Aug 23, 2022 12:04 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clearlake Keys Devastated
Replies: 39
Views: 5997

Re: Clearlake Keys Devastated

jiggin4bass wrote: Tue Aug 23, 2022 10:29 am I bet kayak sale will be going up around there in the future. :lol:
You will get over it! :lol:
by JL
Sun Aug 21, 2022 9:05 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Loomis WARRANTY & XPEDITOR CLAIMS
Replies: 5
Views: 1068

Re: Loomis WARRANTY & XPEDITOR CLAIMS

A buddy of mine a couple years ago stepped on and broke a $450 rod. He offered to pay for it, but asked me if he should try to warranty it. I told him that I highly doubt they would do that considering he stepped on it by the reel seat. He contacted Gloomis and told him to send the rod and $150 and ...
by JL
Sun Aug 21, 2022 8:40 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 2011 mercury 150 OptiMaxx pro running hot at idle.
Replies: 2
Views: 482

Re: 2011 mercury 150 OptiMaxx pro running hot at idle.

Also, need more info. What temps do you have at idle, WOT, etc? What is your water pressure? Do you have a strong telltale stream? The MORE info the better.
by JL
Sun Aug 21, 2022 6:48 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 2011 mercury 150 OptiMaxx pro running hot at idle.
Replies: 2
Views: 482

Re: 2011 mercury 150 OptiMaxx pro running hot at idle.

Always START at the SOURCE. That would be the water pump. Check for torn gaskets and worn impeller first. Your thermostats are bypassed at higher rpms by the poppet valve.
by JL
Thu Aug 18, 2022 5:59 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: WWN and Fast Eddie's Report?
Replies: 0
Views: 425

WWN and Fast Eddie's Report?

I am missing reading your Windy Wed Night results and REPORT! Hope you WON!
by JL
Sat Aug 13, 2022 3:23 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Vessel property tax ?
Replies: 40
Views: 4410

Re: Vessel property tax ?

:evil: What happen to the thread " Damn crooks, only in Cali" ?????? I have not been on here in years Is this place like Twitter and fakebook where truth is removed? That was post. Don't know why westernbass.com took it down basshol! Most likely the answer to your question is, " becau...
by JL
Sat Aug 13, 2022 10:36 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Vessel property tax ?
Replies: 40
Views: 4410

Re: Vessel property tax ?

jiggin4bass wrote: Sat Aug 13, 2022 9:49 am Maybe Elon Musk will buy the site and clean it up :lol:
You'll get over it! LMFAO!
by JL
Sat Aug 13, 2022 6:23 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Vessel property tax ?
Replies: 40
Views: 4410

Re: Vessel property tax ?

JVGondal wrote: Fri Aug 12, 2022 8:12 pm What happen to the thread
" Damn crooks, only in Cali" ??????

I have not been on here in years

Is this place like Twitter and fakebook where truth is removed?
Sad stuff right here! Never thought WB would be censoring and REMOVING posts! Time to put a FORK in this site!!
by JL
Thu Aug 11, 2022 8:53 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: That Moon plays Havoc with me on Windy Wednesday Night
Replies: 3
Views: 1013

Re: That Moon plays Havoc with me on Windy Wednesday Night

Keep plugging away Fast Eddie! Your turn is coming !
by JL
Wed Aug 10, 2022 5:27 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Where To Stay On the Delta
Replies: 11
Views: 1445

Re: Where To Stay On the Delta

Call Russo's Marina (925 684-2024) and the Sugar Barge (925 684-9075). They are both on Bethel Island, right on the edge of Franks Tract. One or both should be able to help you. The Challenge with Russo's is its RV or Camping only, they don't have rentable RV's or Cabins. SugarBarge does According ...
by JL
Mon Aug 08, 2022 7:35 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Snag Proof Open saga (Lengthy indeed)
Replies: 4
Views: 988

Re: Snag Proof Open saga (Lengthy indeed)

Cool story! Congrats! Do you have backing on your Lews reel ? If not, that may be why your braid is free spooling like that.
by JL
Mon Aug 08, 2022 6:50 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Congrats Stickbait and partner!
Replies: 1
Views: 523

Congrats Stickbait and partner!

Good job this weekend in the Froggy tournament! Way to go! How about a story? :D
by JL
Mon Aug 08, 2022 6:17 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Vessel property tax ?
Replies: 40
Views: 4410

Re: Vessel property tax ?

Check out the post " Damn crooks, only in Cali"
by JL
Thu Jul 28, 2022 3:45 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: MLF Angler DQ'd
Replies: 1
Views: 1612

Re: MLF Angler DQ'd

This is the SECOND time !
by JL
Thu Jul 28, 2022 3:07 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Has anyone launched at Berryessa lately
Replies: 8
Views: 1632

Re: Has anyone launched at Berryessa lately

drdetroit3 wrote: Thu Jul 28, 2022 3:00 pm Putah is closed, has been for a while, Putah is open 1 launch lane left $30.
Good luck.
Is Putah closed or open???