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by Ken C.
Thu Jul 19, 2007 7:18 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bummed Out...
Replies: 4
Views: 984

Bummed Out...

:cry: :cry: I just found out today for sure that I will have to miss the Rally this year... :cry: :cry: Last Monday there was an abrupt turn of events at my new job and as a result I am now being sent to attend a training class in wonderful Wisconsin for the Cardiac Catheterization unit at my hospit...
by Ken C.
Thu Jul 19, 2007 6:55 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Were can I get some info on this Rally
Replies: 7
Views: 691

Re: Were can I get some info on this Rally

The info you need is available at the click of a mouse right here on this website as Gator pointed out. The Rally is an extremely fun event. Totally non-competitive except for bragging rights, and as many will tell you it's the most fun anyone can have with their clothes on! You get to fish with 3 d...
by Ken C.
Wed Jul 18, 2007 9:43 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Mistah Collins...kindly check yah Email...*NM*
Replies: 4
Views: 462

Re: Mistah Collins...kindly check yah Email...*NM*

gt5bass wrote:
I'll call ya once I git siteated at Clear Lake.
Dohncha no itz shpeeld "SITCHY-AYTID" ya numnut! :wink: :wink:

Wayre was yoo at on suhndee? Eye lookd n' lookd but dint findja anawhare!
by Ken C.
Wed Jul 18, 2007 7:59 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Daiwa Advantage Reels - Any opinions?
Replies: 15
Views: 1964

Re: Daiwa Advantage Reels - Any opinions?

Now before all the Daiwa fans and those sponsered by them wet yourselves... I almost blew milk outta my nose, Dan!!! I don't care who you are that's funny right there. :lol: :lol: :lol: I have a Diawa Viento that I really like (although I rarely ever use the "twitchin' bar" except as a fl...
by Ken C.
Thu Jul 12, 2007 9:13 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Electrical issues ...
Replies: 10
Views: 1804

Re: Electrical issues ...

It was caused by a bunch of corrosion on a fuseable link right at the battery. I found that really odd because I still metered voltage at dash?? The issue is more about current than voltage. You can read 12V through a corroded connector with a voltmeter that puts a minimal load on the circuit. Howe...
by Ken C.
Wed Jul 11, 2007 6:04 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ranger Boats vs Triton Boats...pros and cons
Replies: 12
Views: 10179

Re: Ranger Boats vs Triton Boats...pros and cons

Why limit yourself to just those two brands? Before spending that kind of money you really need to take off the advertising "blinders" and check the different makes. Nothing wrong with either of those two but you owe it to yourself to check out Skeeter, BassCat, Legend, Champion, Stratos, ...
by Ken C.
Tue Jul 10, 2007 7:37 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Johnson outboard ?
Replies: 3
Views: 608

Re: Johnson outboard ?

My thought would be that you would be taking a $5K (+ shipping) gamble on buying a used motor sight unseen from someone somewhere back east.
by Ken C.
Tue Jul 10, 2007 7:15 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Electrical issues ...
Replies: 10
Views: 1804

Re: Electrical issues ...

Ryan, you mentioned continuity but not voltage. Do you have 12V to your main fuse block (under or around your dash)? Find a good ground point and start checking for 12V coming up from the battery. Sometimes a test light is easier to use than a voltmeter (the kind with a sharp point that you can poke...
by Ken C.
Tue Jul 10, 2007 6:58 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Discarded fishing line.... (please read)
Replies: 22
Views: 3235

Yep...

Last year on Clear Lake Jason & I spent close to an hour untangling and unwinding a Greeb that had gotten itself wound up in a huge wad of what looked to be 50lb. test mono. It was around it's feet, abdomen and really tight around it's neck. The line was pulled into its skin so tight in areas it...
by Ken C.
Sat Jul 07, 2007 9:14 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Surge Breaks on Ranger Trailer question
Replies: 14
Views: 5487

Re: Surge Breaks on Ranger Trailer question

With the 5-plug connector you have a 12V signal going to a solenoid on the trailer so the brakes don't engage while backing. My recollection is that it is either the blue or the white wire that will have 12V on it when you are in reverse. The signal comes from the reverse lamps on the tow vehicle. N...
by Ken C.
Sat Jul 07, 2007 8:04 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: options on motels near Big Break???
Replies: 6
Views: 920

Re: options on motels near Big Break???

There are also three hotels on Sommersville Rd. in Antioch, right next to Hwy. 4. You can get from any of those to Big Break in about 10 to 15 mins. I can't remember the names but I think one is a Ramada, and the newest is a Microtel both of those are on the north side of the highway.
by Ken C.
Fri Jul 06, 2007 8:34 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Motorguide question
Replies: 3
Views: 662

Re: Motorguide question

What boat, exact motor, etc.? Have you checked all of your breakers and/or fuses? I've helped a few guys that said they had checked everything, only to find there was a tripped circuit breaker that nobody knew even existed on their boat. Start by checking voltages at the front plug. A 109 should be ...
by Ken C.
Fri Jul 06, 2007 8:20 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: repacking auto life jackets
Replies: 3
Views: 678

Re: repacking auto life jackets

Check out the Sospenders website. They have instructions for re-packing. I've repacked mine once so far. My best tip is to use the "manual inflation valve" to suck any remaining air out of the bladder after you have pushed out as much air as you can. The flatter you can get it the easier i...
by Ken C.
Tue Jul 03, 2007 8:49 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Big Motor Dilemna
Replies: 6
Views: 1407

Re: Big Motor Dilemna

I have heard tale about a guy in AZ that deals with newer used motors. I know nothing about him but I know a few of the guys around here have mentioned this guy before. I've heard good things about Lyle on the rebuilds but that is an old motor. Perhaps you could give Frank a call over at Inland Mari...
by Ken C.
Tue Jul 03, 2007 8:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anybody who see's some G-Loomis rods fer sale cheap???
Replies: 4
Views: 1334

Re: Anybody who see's some G-Loomis rods fer sale cheap???

Jason, Sorry to hear you never got them back. I have been kicking myself in the a$$ for not getting the dude's license number or something! I was hoping it would have been an honest individual but had my doubts since he obviously had turned off the road instead of chasing you guys down. (He would ha...
by Ken C.
Tue Jul 03, 2007 8:04 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Flappin Hogs help, please...
Replies: 16
Views: 2421

Re: Flappin Hogs Picture ????

Haven't heard of the F.H. II yet... I know they stopped selling the "original" F.H. last year. Check out "Hollywoods" website. He had a video on different rigging techniques for the original.
by Ken C.
Fri Jun 29, 2007 7:32 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I am jacked up!
Replies: 45
Views: 5560

Re: I am jacked up!

Mike, it don't matter what that thing weighs - - - WHAT A TOAD! Way to go man!!!! Congrats!
by Ken C.
Wed Jun 27, 2007 8:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Tommorow is our day !!
Replies: 16
Views: 2655

Re: Tommorow is our day !!

<Provided i don't get called in for stand-by tommorow morning or evening :twisted: > Dan, you know that's why they included an "OFF" button on the cell phones, right? Happy Birthday Luke! You know tomorrow's gonna be a great day on the water! http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a266/shred10...
by Ken C.
Wed Jun 27, 2007 7:49 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Little help
Replies: 5
Views: 954

OK,,, My Bad Mr. Nitro

OK, I shall here and now publicly appologize for my obvious stupidity. . . Thank you to Mr. 912Nitro for bringing this to my attention so eloquently via a P.M. (as Rush Limbaugh would say... For those of you in Rio Linda that means "nicely" :wink: ) he siad he got the baoat about 6 months ...
by Ken C.
Tue Jun 26, 2007 10:00 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Little help
Replies: 5
Views: 954

Re: Little help

Yep, sounds to me like there were some installation issues! First thing for you to do is to determine who's product it actually is. Is it a Keel Sheild or a Keel Guard? Or perhaps even a Hamby's Light? Let's see,,, six months ago would have been - - - January! The Keel Sheild instructions specify to...
by Ken C.
Sun Jun 24, 2007 9:27 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Thank You Mr. Jason C !
Replies: 7
Views: 1026

Re: Thank You Mr. Jason C !

Hey Dan, Jason had a blast today with Luke! It sounds like they had a great time today. Thank you for taking care of that bunk on his trailer! That's one of those things that I always remember about just as we're loading his boat :oops: :oops: I got to stay home today and re-hang the front door on m...
by Ken C.
Sat Jun 23, 2007 6:10 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Store For Dobyns Rod's in San Francisco Bay Area
Replies: 6
Views: 1040

Re: Store For Dobyns Rod's in San Francisco Bay Area

Hey Guy,

Go see Gene & the guys at the Oakley Hook. He had a great selection a week or two ago and I'm sure he'll be restocking regularly! :wink:
by Ken C.
Sat Jun 23, 2007 7:34 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: The Spirit of the Rally........
Replies: 40
Views: 5468

Re: See Cooch

Ha-Ha!! Interstingly enough, I was recently combing through some old PC files and stumbled across my original photos of "the dance" . http://www.girlpowerforum.com/forum/style_emoticons/default/poledance.gif Not quite "poster-size" quality but they're prolly worth something to so...
by Ken C.
Wed Jun 20, 2007 8:52 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: SNAG PROOF
Replies: 24
Views: 3636

Re: SNAG PROOF - OK then, , ,

Here are the Rules - Official Rules for the Snag Proof Open Aug 4 & 5, 2007 Snag Proof Pro Staff will not be allowed to fish this event e) WEIGHT can only be added to or used in conjunction with lures specifically made for bottom fishing: Deadly Worm, Leech, Soft Craw, Super Curly, Mini-Minnow,...
by Ken C.
Wed Jun 13, 2007 7:21 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Any help .... cooch...anyone with delta knowledge
Replies: 10
Views: 1317

Re: Your in a great area for big fish

Two things..

1) Re-Deeep...

2) I'd like to know those "proven big fish techniques" myself!!! :wink:
by Ken C.
Wed Jun 13, 2007 7:18 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New Hogan Reservoir drowning...A young girl...
Replies: 3
Views: 1006

Re: New Hogan Reservoir drowning...A young girl...

That is truly a tragic event and my heart goes out to the family. I can't imagine what the parents must be going through and I thank God that I have not had to experience their pain. Please use this as a wake-up call and tell anyone and everyone you know that has small children that any water is dan...
by Ken C.
Mon Jun 11, 2007 8:57 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ca bass junior championships any results pineflat
Replies: 5
Views: 625

Re: Ca bass junior championships any results pineflat

Thanks for posting the pics and the video Dan! I still haven't had a chance to get my pics onto my pc... maybe tomorrow :? But many a thanks to all the boaters who came down and volunteered their time for the anglers as well as to all the supporters who made the trip! And good luck to the two angler...
by Ken C.
Fri Jun 08, 2007 9:26 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: California Bass Federation Junior Championship Sunday!!!
Replies: 2
Views: 565

California Bass Federation Junior Championship Sunday!!!

The California Chapter of The Bass Federation will be hosting the California Junior State Championship Tournament this Sunday June 10 on Pine Flat Reservoir. Junior anglers from both ends of the state will be competing in two age groups (11 - 14 and 15 - 18 years old) to become the reigning Junior S...
by Ken C.
Tue Jun 05, 2007 6:23 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Posting an image?
Replies: 4
Views: 529

Re: Posting an image?

How ya doing, Mike? Did you forget about your Photobucket account? :wink: Two ways to do it - (easiest) upload it to your photobucket account then just copy and paste the "IMG" link on you album page to your post here; or upload it to the WesternBass.com photopage then copy/paste the link ...
by Ken C.
Sun Jun 03, 2007 8:15 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Weak springs on my trailer??
Replies: 10
Views: 1593

Re: Weak springs on my trailer??

You could have one or more broken leafs in the spring, or it could be that you have a broken fender mount(??). Better check it (or have it checked) before you end up with a problem on the road!
by Ken C.
Sun Jun 03, 2007 9:25 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Jr State Championships at Pine Flat June 10th Camping Info..
Replies: 3
Views: 617

Jr State Championships at Pine Flat June 10th ...

Word just came through Saturday morning that the 2007 California Bass Federation Chapter Junior State Championship event will be held out of Benson's Lakeside Resort, more commonly known as "Lombardo's" on Pine Flat Reservoir next Sunday June 10. For info on the facility, you can call 1-55...
by Ken C.
Fri May 25, 2007 6:45 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Perscription sunglasses?
Replies: 9
Views: 1785

Re: Perscription sunglasses?

I just got a pair of PanOptx Rx glasses that are amazing! With my insurance and such I got all the bells and whistles for $150. The thing to do is to seek out some retailers for the different brands and go try them on. Almost all of the "big name" glasses are available with Rx lenses. Some...
by Ken C.
Fri May 25, 2007 6:39 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Another life jacket rant.....
Replies: 16
Views: 2137

Re: Thank you all for your replies....

.... and if the state doesn't like it, they can leave my but sticking out of the ground. . . Be a great place to park my bicycle!!! :lol: :lol: :lol: Actually you are right about the tidal water thing - if anyone reading this thread has never done it I would highly recommend just jumping in on one ...
by Ken C.
Thu May 24, 2007 5:36 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Have you ever heard of this happening?
Replies: 8
Views: 1839

Re: Have you ever heard of this happening?

It's a well known and well documented issue with the new generation of Triton V8's. That is, the ones with the coil packs on top of the plugs. And of course Ford is not doing anything for engines out of warranty. Two modes of failure: your friends was that the plug loosened up over time and started ...
by Ken C.
Wed May 23, 2007 8:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Hey Gary Collins
Replies: 12
Views: 1143

Re: Hey Gary Collins

gt5bass wrote:Hey Bill,

I showed you plenty last year...but first you got to learn not to drive on the tule points :oops:
Tee-HeeImageImage :shock:
by Ken C.
Wed May 23, 2007 7:59 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Future Pro Anglers...Must Read
Replies: 8
Views: 2078

Re: Future Pro Anglers...Must Read

Awesome Deal!!! Thanks for supporting this site and the bass guys!
by Ken C.
Wed May 23, 2007 7:56 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Why can't I idle?
Replies: 3
Views: 530

Re: Why can't I idle?

When you are at the end of your run, do you just shut it down or do you let it idle for a few seconds before you kill it? Hopefully Frank from Inland Marine will cruise through soon and give you some top-notch info. If he speaks - - you should listen! He is one of the best and if you are anywhere ne...
by Ken C.
Sun May 13, 2007 6:33 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lamiglas warranty question
Replies: 5
Views: 687

Re: Lamiglas warranty question

Scott, maybe talk to your local dealer or call Lamiglass to see what they will do for you. If they won't help you then you can do one of a couple of things... Pitch it or donate it to someone Pay to have it repaired (probably more than it's worth to replace the reel seat) Try wrapping the threads wi...
by Ken C.
Sun May 13, 2007 7:33 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: VanDam and G-ville shad....
Replies: 3
Views: 922

Re: VanDam and G-ville shad....

Thanks for the info Mr. Wizard, and it's great to have you back again!!
by Ken C.
Thu May 10, 2007 9:19 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Need a prop or advice
Replies: 5
Views: 993

Re: Need a prop or advice

Look in the WB classifieds. I have seen a couple of props for sale there recently. Also call Phil's (WesternBass.Com Site Sponsor :wink: ) as I hear they have used props for sale from time to time. Then ask them how much to repair yours. Might be about the same as a replacement or even less???
by Ken C.
Thu May 10, 2007 9:15 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: LMS 480 Show tides ?
Replies: 3
Views: 675

Re: LMS 480 Show tides ?

Brent, it's all in the mapping chip that you buy extra.
by Ken C.
Thu May 10, 2007 6:10 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: GATOR - You Gots a PM . . .*NM*
Replies: 0
Views: 171

GATOR - You Gots a PM . . .*NM*

*NM*
by Ken C.
Tue May 08, 2007 5:06 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Question on engine maintenance
Replies: 5
Views: 823

Re: Question on engine maintenance

I would recommend - as I'm sure the mfr. does - that you change the top and bottom end oils once each year regardless of hours. The problem is moisture contaminating the oil. Isn't the $50 bucks a year (if you do it yourself) worth it? I think the four strokes have a timing belt that needs to be ins...
by Ken C.
Tue May 08, 2007 5:02 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Boat trailer light question
Replies: 9
Views: 1345

Re: Boat trailer light question

You should have a ground wire connecting from the trailer harness to the vehicle harness. Expecting the hitch ball to provide a good ground is trouble waiting to happen!
by Ken C.
Tue May 08, 2007 4:59 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Live well coolers
Replies: 10
Views: 2071

Re: Live well coolers

Novel idea, unfortunately the electronic refrigeration elements ("peltier" devices) consume a large amount of current... wait for the technology to improve then it'll probably work. In the mean time, try filling your livewll as soon as you put your boat in the water. That's probably the co...
by Ken C.
Mon May 07, 2007 6:06 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: What happened at Clear Lake yesterday ??
Replies: 40
Views: 5996

Re: What happened at Clear Lake yesterday ??

Wow, this is a tragic event. It is yet another wake-up call to be safe on the water and to always have your PFD on! I got new kits for my SOSpenders recently and have re-armed them. The kits aren't cheap at $22 each for the kit, but what is you life worth? The pills on the auto-inflators need to be ...
by Ken C.
Mon May 07, 2007 5:55 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Where to take the wife on the coast?
Replies: 9
Views: 1032

Re: Fearther Bed Railroad Bed & Breakfast at Clear Lake

Thanks Guys! I think the first two are the ones I had heard about the first time and I have now written them down!
by Ken C.
Sun May 06, 2007 12:57 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Where to take the wife on the coast?
Replies: 9
Views: 1032

Re: Where to take the wife on the coast?

H-m-m-m-m . . .

Fer some reason I don't think that was the coast she was thinking about!



Why no fishing today Tobe?
by Ken C.
Sun May 06, 2007 12:17 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Where to take the wife on the coast?
Replies: 9
Views: 1032

Where to take the wife on the coast?

I had asked this question awhile ago and a couple of folks posted some links to some very nice accomodations on the coast up around Mendocino. Unfortunately I lost the names of the places, so I'm asking again. I'll be starting a new job on the 14th and got myself a couple of days off between gigs so...
by Ken C.
Sun May 06, 2007 8:05 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How to replace....
Replies: 5
Views: 1277

Thanks Mike!

Update - Mike responded and provided replacement tails very quickly. 8) 8)

That's customer service right there!