Anyone missing some braid?

Riplip · Post by **Riplip** » Wed Apr 06, 2011 10:59 am

Just noticed some spots on the driveway under my lower unit. Hmm...pulled the prop and removed about 30yards of some nice looking braid, maybe 80lb test.

Into the shop, and $180 and two seals later and I'm good to go. Oh yeah, the shop gave me another 30yards worth!

Discarded line sucks!

bayscotter · Post by **bayscotter** » Wed Apr 06, 2011 11:46 am

Just think. It could have been YOUR line you threw overboard last week. I'm sure it wasn't, but another reason not to litter. Especially used plastic worms, hooks, ect..

Brian · Post by **Brian** » Wed Apr 06, 2011 12:35 pm

Post of the year Nipples

I'm going to go respool right now as a matter of fact........

Riplip · Post by **Riplip** » Wed Apr 06, 2011 1:04 pm

I'm feeling much better now, thanks for that!

Seriously, I was hoping to remind everyone of the impact of discarded fishing line. My work here is done. Thanks to all...

nipples · Post by **nipples** » Wed Apr 06, 2011 1:41 pm

Glad you enjoyed it Riplip...

Do you want to find out about why I recycle plastic bottles???

LOL!!!

Greg_Cornish · Post by **Greg_Cornish** » Wed Apr 06, 2011 1:45 pm

I'm having trouble reeling it in.

brambo0311 · Post by **brambo0311** » Wed Apr 06, 2011 2:22 pm

Can I see her in recycled plastic wrap. Thank you.

swordfish · Post by **swordfish** » Wed Apr 06, 2011 2:59 pm

Always good to pull the prop every 5 trips or so, just to check for line and debris that can lead to seal damage. Easy and quick prev. maint. that can save alot of bucks and breakdowns, check the troll prop too !!

Andy Giannini · Post by **Andy Giannini** » Wed Apr 06, 2011 3:46 pm

I would add while it that may stink, you did not toast your lower unit.

In that regard, a couple seals is lucky.

We have had guys pick up braid and lose the lower unit. Bammo! (And did not finish the event.)

.02 A.G.