| T O P I C R E V I E W |
| Robski97 |
Posted - Feb 17 2012 : 21:02:21
Yeppers it's that time again ! With the weather the way it is I'm pushing up my launch date to first week March! Spring is here lol
Rob |
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| walterv |
Posted - May 07 2012 : 09:43:38
John the hardtop and enclosure looks great!!!! |
| Robski97 |
Posted - May 07 2012 : 09:33:25
John,
CHECK THOSE BOLTS !!!!! oh and the hose doesnt look that big ..
Rob |
| JVM225 |
Posted - May 06 2012 : 19:58:57
The motors are fantastic. I ran the boat around for a pretty long time at different speeds yesterday and was very happy. Two brand new motors with everything new (fuel, electric, and ignition)on them was the way to go. I could have never bought another boat that runs this good for the money it cost to re-power.
So far the cr drive is great. The boat seems to track a little better. It turns much better at cruising speed.
I haven't had a chance to spend any time backing in to a slip with it, I dock alongside the bulkhead in my own slip, but I'm hoping that backing up will be better than it was with the two standard rotation drives. |
| BoatCrazy |
Posted - May 06 2012 : 13:42:24
John, let us know what you think about the upgrade in outdrive. Also, how are the new motors running????
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| ALKA2710 |
Posted - May 06 2012 : 08:23:08
I am going in today. Only used the new boat 4 times last year and am looking forward to a good year.
Al |
| littlebookworm |
Posted - May 05 2012 : 23:40:03
Monday's going to be the day for me. The forecast is great and the boat is ready. Hopefully, the buoys from GSB east are in. I'm going to be doing the trip from Bluepoint to Eastport alone, using the chart (plotted), GPS (plotted), and the depth sounder. This is going to be my longest solo trip, with quite a few course changes to stay in deeper water. I admit I'm a little nervous. I'll post after I return home on Monday evening. Hy |
| JohnC |
Posted - May 05 2012 : 22:51:00
Finally went in Friday!
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| JVM225 |
Posted - May 05 2012 : 16:41:23
Now I have them both in, but there was another really low tide when I went in at Tanner earlier today.
But I did get to spend some time just cruising around and it was flat as glass out there. I can count on one hand the number of boats I saw running around. Had the Bay to myself. It sure was nice. |
| JVM225 |
Posted - May 01 2012 : 13:26:18
I got the smaller boat I share with my Uncle in yesterday afternoon. The tide was super low. Not a problem for the little boat, but with no buoys it can be a little unsettling for anything that draws more than a foot or two of water.
My boat is ready to go. I just need to align my schedule, the tides, and the boat hauler to arrange for a day and time. |
| Perry |
Posted - Apr 30 2012 : 05:32:17
Finally got out for a bit yesterday. Beautiful day albeit a breezy one. Boat ran great. Not too many out so I had the bay and ocean to myself. Good luck with the splashing if you haven't already. |
| Dani-Lu |
Posted - Apr 29 2012 : 21:28:01
quote:
Originally posted by JohnC
I've now had to postpone 3 times. Once due to the paving work at the Anchorage, now 2 days in a row (Friday/Saturday) due to the extreme low tides. Trying again Friday...
I was at boat today, and the tide was as low as I have seen it. This north wind has blown all the water out of our sand pit! Hope this weather improves for next weekend. |
| JohnC |
Posted - Apr 29 2012 : 20:59:26
I've now had to postpone 3 times. Once due to the paving work at the Anchorage, now 2 days in a row (Friday/Saturday) due to the extreme low tides. Trying again Friday... |
| JimPend |
Posted - Apr 29 2012 : 17:49:41
In on the 26th cold weekend Lake Erie. Boat is up and running. |
| Robski97 |
Posted - Apr 29 2012 : 17:44:23
Good deal ! |
| CaptCrunch |
Posted - Apr 29 2012 : 16:18:29
Just picked up the boat today, felt good to be back on the water. Not just have to clean top sides cockpit and cabin |
| mintregila |
Posted - Apr 18 2012 : 08:21:12
I'm flexible and can go Thurs night or early Friday.
BTW Moving my boat to Freeport this afternoon. :)
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| Robski97 |
Posted - Apr 17 2012 : 21:50:20
I'd rather sleep on board ! Walter chime in . I don't care what time at nite that we go
Rob |
| BoatCrazy |
Posted - Apr 17 2012 : 19:58:59
Dave, how I dont miss those days. Late night, super early mornings.
Look at the bright side, you get to go for a nice boat ride..Seems worth it to me
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| CurrentSea |
Posted - Apr 17 2012 : 19:33:25
We have to stop for fuel at Atlantic Highlands, so figure that in the equation.
I am game to sleep onboard night before but I don't get home until around 11 thursday night!
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| Radiowaves |
Posted - Apr 17 2012 : 10:54:48
quote:
Originally posted by mintregila
If we are under way by 7:30, the timing should be good.
You mean "Perfect Timing" ;-) |
| mintregila |
Posted - Apr 17 2012 : 09:03:09
If we are under way by 7:30, the timing should be good.
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| abalmuth |
Posted - Apr 17 2012 : 07:26:13
quote:
Originally posted by BoatCrazy
breaking the boat in would consist of some paid entertainment. I have a whole bunch of numbers if you are interested..
ask for the secret service discount |
| BoatCrazy |
Posted - Apr 17 2012 : 07:15:55
breaking the boat in would consist of some paid entertainment. I have a whole bunch of numbers if you are interested..
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| Robski97 |
Posted - Apr 17 2012 : 06:47:19
6:30 am ? Where am i sleeping thursday nite ? Can we sleep on the boat ? Might as well break it in...lol
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| Double D |
Posted - Apr 17 2012 : 06:41:03
Walter....Good luck bringing her home.....have a safe trip guys......Hope she fits in your slip.  |
| Perry |
Posted - Apr 17 2012 : 06:37:33
Walter,
Great luck with the new boat...did you pick out a name yet? Post some pics when you have a chance...
and I'm sure you don't need to be reminded to check you nuts before leaving SI...
Best,
Perry |
| abalmuth |
Posted - Apr 16 2012 : 23:20:32
quote:
Originally posted by Dani-Lu
Walter,
Cant wait to see thks big monster coimg ut of theanchorage!
Good luck witht the boa the ride from SI!
Enjoy!
I bet it's the first time anything of Walters has been called a big monster! ;-)
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| Dani-Lu |
Posted - Apr 16 2012 : 22:53:34
Walter,
Cant wait to see thks big monster coimg ut of theanchorage!
Good luck witht the boa the ride from SI!
Enjoy!
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| JohnC |
Posted - Apr 16 2012 : 22:46:36
Walter, thanks for the invite, I would have liked to go with you guys but mine is supposed to be launched at 10am and I need to be there to take it home. Actually need to get there early to load the safety gear on, re-install my electronics, etc. I took the day off so once you're in your slip give me a call and I'll come by and hang out with you guys a bit. Good luck with everything, looking forward to seeing the new boat!
I think if you get to Staten Island around 6:30 and leave within an hour or so you'll be good for FI inlet assuming sea conditions are okay. If I remember correctly it takes me 2 hours from FI inlet to NY harbor so shouldn't be much longer than that.
John |
| walterv |
Posted - Apr 16 2012 : 18:01:52
John,
Mark, Rob and Dave are coming, do you want to come as well?
I figured we would be in Staten Island by 6:30 am, does that sound right? |
| JohnC |
Posted - Apr 16 2012 : 14:37:19
Walter, what time are you supposed to leave Friday? Personally I'd rather go outside then be dealing with the inside route, new boat, new electronics, etc. If the weather is good if you get off to an early start you can be to FI inlet by 10am or so and arrive for slack water after high tide and have high tide for the ride through the bay.
John |
| Robski97 |
Posted - Apr 16 2012 : 13:19:18
Steve,
I dont know if u know the Babylon cut. Its maybe 40' wide. This PUTZ in ISLAND GAL is anchored almost dead center in the channel. Its dead low tide and He's giving me the stink eye .... Not the way to start the season.
Ill leave the Wantagh Draw bridge out . Everyone knows the story there .
Rob |
| mintregila |
Posted - Apr 16 2012 : 13:01:03
quote:
Originally posted by CurrentSea
Tides not looking good for that day.
May want to do the inside and avoid fi inlet.
Six bridges from East Rockaway inlet.
Atlantic Beach - shouldn't need an opening with antennas down.
Long Beach Leeds RR - Everyone but a kayak needs an opening.
Long Beach Rd Br - I think always tended - on demand.
Issue as you know is the Loop, Meadowbrook and Wantagh. One tender drives between them.
Best to call.
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| KiDa |
Posted - Apr 16 2012 : 12:40:47
Splash date? Actually there will be several. A splash is how much go juice will be hitting the tanks when I pull up to the fuel dock! |
| CurrentSea |
Posted - Apr 16 2012 : 11:59:11
www.saltwatertides.com is my fav.
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| Mantle107 |
Posted - Apr 16 2012 : 11:55:00
Anyone have a preference as to which tide tables they like for around here. This is my first full season on LI and it seems the tides play a tremendous factor at some of the shallow spots.
Thanks - and sorry for the typo's yesterday. iPad fingers! |
| littlebookworm |
Posted - Apr 16 2012 : 09:07:04
My plan was to splash this Friday and run the boat east to its new berth, in Eastport. Unfortunately, it looks like low tide in Moriches Bay is going to be mid-day evry day this week, just when I planned on crossing the bay on the way to Eastport. I may delay until next week just to give myself more "water." My timing's also going to depend on getting a friend or relative to come with me during the week to be my first mate. I've got some phone calls to make this evening to get a volunteer! Hy |
| Stolat |
Posted - Apr 16 2012 : 05:44:08
quote:
originally posted by Robski97:
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Fishing jerks are in and being jerks
Another year has begun
Another year of entertainment, where'd I put that popcorn, LOL
Have a great season everyone.
--Steve |
| CurrentSea |
Posted - Apr 16 2012 : 04:39:43
Tides not looking good for that day.
May want to do the inside and avoid fi inlet.
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| JohnC |
Posted - Apr 15 2012 : 21:53:17
Walter, FI inlet on 4/20 -
04/20/2012
01:38 am Low 0.1
07:23 am High 2.7
01:40 pm Low 0.1
07:39 pm High 3
Babylon -
04/20/2012
04:46 am Low 0
10:13 am High 0.6
04:48 pm Low 0
10:29 pm High 0.7
That's why I'm launching at 10am :)
John |
| Mantle107 |
Posted - Apr 15 2012 : 21:19:58
quote:
Originally posted by Mantle107
Soy new pretty awesome. After a full weekend of work we should be in by this weekend. Looking forward to getting in there! Glad to see how the season is shaping up.
Sounds pretty awesome* |
| Mantle107 |
Posted - Apr 15 2012 : 21:18:21
Soy new pretty awesome. After a full weekend of work we should be in by this weekend. Looking forward to getting in there! Glad to see how the season is shaping up. |
| JVM225 |
Posted - Apr 15 2012 : 20:29:20
quote:
Originally posted by Double D
John......Gregs been a busy man on my canal ....splashin boats. Whens he on your canal ?
I saw him on my canal Thursday putting boats in.
I'm going to use the boat hauler and his trailer to go back in this year. I changed the fence around on my property so that I can take it apart. The boat hauler put it up for me in the fall.
I set it up that way to make the re-power easier. It's also a lot more convenient being able to go in and out by appointment, and a little cheaper too.
Not sure if I'll go back to using the crane again or not. Gregg was good, but the way he puts it up, if anything happens to him I'm screwed. |
| Robski97 |
Posted - Apr 15 2012 : 14:50:10
Spent day in Tobay Saturday then ran down Babylon cut then west to ss3 for dinner . No buoys in lindenhurst cut ! Fishing jerks are in and being jerks
Another year has begun |
| abalmuth |
Posted - Apr 15 2012 : 11:04:09
Went to the boat this AM, open seacocks for the Mains & Gen, went to the helm to start em up
Gen & Starboard started on first crank, Port batteries wasted- moved one of the new Starboard batteries and Port started on first crank as well.
After having diesels for about 10 Years it still amazes me how they can be instant on after sitting for 4 months
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| Dani-Lu |
Posted - Apr 14 2012 : 21:56:06
I'm in. Ran her today and unfortunately had to put a bunch of diesel in her - ouch. But worth it! It was great to be back on the water. Sleeping on her tonight. Doesnt get better! A great season to all. |
| Double D |
Posted - Apr 14 2012 : 19:52:57
John......Gregs been a busy man on my canal ....splashin boats. Whens he on your canal ? |
| JVM225 |
Posted - Apr 14 2012 : 19:40:20
Mine is waxed, gassed, and ready to go. Just waiting to get a little bit of fiberglass work done, then I'll paint the bottom and call the boat hauler. |
| Double D |
Posted - Apr 14 2012 : 19:16:08
Walter.....Looks like....
For E Rockaway Inlet on 4/20/12
H ....7:55am
L ....1:53pm
H ....8:11pm
For Jones Inlet on 4/20/12
H ...7:42am
L ...1:42pm
H ...7:58pm
Sorry I cant make the trip with you guys.....I'll be in Florida....starting 4/18 for a week....shopping for more property.
Have a safe trip...see you when you get her home.
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| walterv |
Posted - Apr 14 2012 : 19:05:45
Bringing my new (to me ) 45C home Friday
Can anyone tell me the tides at FI, Jones and Rockaway inlet? Friday 4-20-12
Thanks |
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