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    helm station for deck of Billfisher

    I'm thinking of adding a helm behind the cabin to make single-handing easier. Can anyone tell me what is involved?
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    I measure 12 degrees on mine. What type of side...

    I measure 12 degrees on mine. What type of side scanner are you considering?
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    I replaced a leaking tank in my 20' skiff a few...

    I replaced a leaking tank in my 20' skiff a few years ago. I researched a bit and found that an epoxy coated aluminum tank is the way to go. I placed 3 butyl rubber strips on the floor of the tank...
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    I did a lot of research on sonar transducer...

    I did a lot of research on sonar transducer combos and it looks like the Simrad NSS evo2 is working very well with the Airmar B175HW. It's a 150-250 kHz chirp transducer with a 25 degree beam width...
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    Went with a Kodiak 32 gallon and BaitSentry 800...

    Went with a Kodiak 32 gallon and BaitSentry 800 gph pump. I mounted it on the swim step and I stayed put on a 3 day to San Clemente and Santa Catalina Islands. Took 3 scoops of sardines and mackerel...
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    I bought mine last summer and looked at 5 of...

    I bought mine last summer and looked at 5 of them. I recommend you go see this one:

    http://www.bdoutdoors.com/forums/threads/26-blackman-billfisher.545993/

    Very clean boat and well maintained....
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    Very good suggestions. Thanks a lot. I am...

    Very good suggestions. Thanks a lot.

    I am typically out 3 days on the long trips and we always run out of bait. Sometimes I can make more but not always.

    What size pump do you use for the bait...
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    I get 2 scoops in the main tank, but I run out...

    I get 2 scoops in the main tank, but I run out after a day and a half. I think I'll just put the extra tank on the deck instead.

    Thanks,
    Terry
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    bait tank on swim step of Billfisher

    I'm am going to mount a second bait tank on my swim step for multi day trips offshore. How much weight do you think I can put there? I'm thinking of either a 32 or 50 gallon tank in the center of the...
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    canvas/vinyl bridge enclosure repair

    Hello,

    I need to replace some vinyl panels in my bridge enclosure. Can someone recommend a good shop for this?

    Thanks,
    Terry
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    Just google Airmar B265LH I've got the Simrad...

    Just google Airmar B265LH

    I've got the Simrad NSS9 evo2. Currently, I've got an Airmar B258 with a Furuno 10 pin cable. I spliced in the Navico 7 pin blue pigtail and the sounder works but not the...
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    sonar transducer upgrade

    Hi Guys,

    I'm planning to replace an Airmar B258 with the B265LH model (or B265LM haven't decided that yet). It looks like I need to enlarge the thru hole in the hull by 3mm (from 30 to 33mm). Has...
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    Thanks Mike, I bet that's it. I do see some water...

    Thanks Mike, I bet that's it. I do see some water dripping from the raw water pump when I flush the motor. Must be just enough of a leak to prevent priming. Are the seals hard to replace? I remember...
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    overheating issues

    Hi Guys,

    I've had this trouble the last two times out:

    Launch the boat and head out of the harbor and everything seems fine. Once I get up to cruising speed, the water temperature quickly rises...
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    boat plug trouble

    I normally remove my boat plug after a trip. It appears to be a brass, pipe threaded plug. The plug threads into a square metal fitting that is attached to the hull with four small screws. Last time...
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    Extracting Engine Oil from AD41

    Tried to change my engine oil last weekend. Only was able to pull out 3 quarts pumping the little Jabsco for over an hour. I did warm up the engine first. Any advice would be appreciated.

    Terry
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    I just had a survey done by Admiralty Marine. I...

    I just had a survey done by Admiralty Marine. I was happy with the level of detail and cost. Shoot me a PM with your email and I'll send it to you.
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    Thanks, we are really enjoying the boat. By...

    Thanks, we are really enjoying the boat.

    By the way, I was cleaning it out the other day and found some "hidden" compartments under the dinette seats one of which contained a 12' Paratech sea...
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    I talked to the guys at Paratech. They told me...

    I talked to the guys at Paratech. They told me the 9' diameter chute was good enough. Interestingly, I found a manual for a Paratech 12' chute in my boat. It must have been the size the original...
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    Thanks for the info. Should I use primer or does...

    Thanks for the info. Should I use primer or does this stuff go on the bare metal ok?
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    green engine paint

    My engine has has a new turbo installed recently. It wasn't painted and has started to rust. Where can I find the right paint to match the rest of the engine? Is there a recommended primer to start...
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    Any idea on the diameter of that chute? Boats...

    Any idea on the diameter of that chute? Boats behave different in wind and current depending on hull shape and topside cross-section. A rating soley based on boat length is not that accurate.
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    got a trailer for rent?

    Does anyone have a trailer for a 26' Billfisher without a boat on it right now? I ordered a new trailer from Pacific and I need to get the boat to their yard in Chino for final fit up. Probably need...
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    Sea Anchor for 26' Billfisher

    Can anyone share some knowledge on what size sea anchor I should get for a Billfisher? I'll be overnighting offshore on the tuna grounds in mild weather.

    Thanks,
    Terry
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