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  1. 1stSeaRay

    LED Bulb Retrofit - Part I: Cabin

    Yes, I did sell the 260...hoping to get into a 280 Bowrider soon! I was very pleased with the LED upgrade, and will do it on my next boat as well.
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    Installing Perko Fender Locks - Drilling Suggestions

    http://www.engineershandbook.com/Tables/woodscrewpilotholes.htm check out this link....plan on using the the size listed in the hardwood column, and possibly one bigger.
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    Trail-Rite Boat Trailer Brakes

    Call trailrite. They will be able to get you the parts. They were reasonably priced when I last dealt with them..as suggested, have your VIN handy.
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    Six Seconds:

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bwd3KRK13Gs&feature=player_embedded
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    Stern anchor

    All the praise of fortress anchors is well deserved, I used the FX-11 on my 260DA and was impressed how easy it set and how well it held, even in storm conditions. I also carried a guardian G-11 as a stern / back-up anchor. If you are looking to save a few dollars, this is a utility version of...
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    * Boat rot repair nightmare *

    Wow, Very impressive. That was a ton of work, and the results look great. Thanks for reminding me why I don't want to buy a project boat. Very cool that you took the time to document the process in detail. Not only are you helping a bunch of people with the tutorials, but I'm sure it will be...
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    My brand new towmasters = Dissapointing

    Been there and done that. I blew a carlise just like that the day I bought my 260DA. Since they were all 5-6 years old I replaced them with a set of E-range transmasters (made by Greenball, same as towmaster) and didn't have any issues for the two years I owned that boat. This was when I was...
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    Basement musty odor

    Yes, and you can purchase a $30 condensate pump from Home Depot or Lowes that will pump the water directly into the sink
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    Joke Thread.. post 'em if you got 'em

    A cowboy was overseeing his herd in a remote mountainous pasture when suddenly a brand-new BMW advanced out of a dust cloud towards him. The driver, a young man in a Brioni suit, Gucci shoes, Ray Ban sunglasses and YSL tie, leans out the window and asks the cowboy, "If I tell you exactly how...
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    Home security cameras

    First thing that popped in my head, is a couple guys on the night shift at the monitoring center, watching the cameras at your house for entertainment. Its not paranoia if they really are out to get you. In case its not clear, I vote for DIY. I saw an 8 camera system with DVR advertised at...
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    Oil and Gas prices big Drop!!

    Thanks Henry, I stand corrected. Those consumers whose business depends on the price of oil do buy oil futures, however these people are hedging, and actually take delivery....for this reason, they only hedge on what they are actually going to consume. The difference between this, and...
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    Oil and Gas prices big Drop!!

    So if I buy oil futures to protect myself from future gas price increases, where exactly do I pull up to have those futures pumped into my tank? Trading oil futures is vastly different from buying oil. If I pretend for a second that your example isn't completely ridiculous... In both cases A...
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    Oil and Gas prices big Drop!!

    Of course, everyone would rush out and fill up their massive underground gasoline storage tank.....wait.....everyone has one of those right? I also don't think the link you posted supports your statements. Its very clear in detailing the fact that speculation causes an increase in todays...
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    TSA At It Again.

    I have to fly on a regular basis for work, here is my 2 cents..... The pat downs are invasive and largely ineffective because the TSA refuses to use logic (AKA profiling) when selecting people for additional screening. This is just adding insult to injury. As bad as the pat downs are, I...
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    Opinions on a 2002 260DA with a 5.0L?

    I had a 2004 with the 5.0L MPI (260HP) Is this the same engine as the one you are considering? I had the props re-pitched from 20 to 18, and this made a big difference in my ability to get on plane fully loaded. We used the boat in a large lake, and the performance was acceptable. I think given...
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    280 Bow Rider / SLX

    Im also considering the following 270 sundeck Formula 280 BR Regal 2700 / 2900 Monterey 298ss So any input on these models would also be appreciated
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    Lake Lanier Surveyor recommendations

    Really? TWO 460's? Do you think he would be my friend too?
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    Stern Drive Cleaner?

    A diluted solution of muriatic acid works great. The water out here is more calcium than h20 so I know exactly what youbare talking about. I diluted the acid 3:1 in a garden sprayer, sprayed the drive and let it sit a few seconds, then hosed it off. Repeat this process until all the hard water...
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    280 Bow Rider / SLX

    You weren't kidding, that thing is freaking huge....unfortunately it also comes with a huge payment.
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    280 Bow Rider / SLX

    Yea, I should have qualified that we are moving BACK to Georgia after nearly 6 years in Las Vegas. Its a love/hate kind of relationship.
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