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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I’m loking to purchase a new or used outboard but need opinions on them. My cheap ass partner does not want to spring for the new 4 stroke models so were considering the alternatives. I understand that we should probably stay away from carbureators (Johnson) and that honda/merc/yamaha and others are all decent. I need to know about repair histories, and general levels of satisfaction from boaters and not dealers and sellers that might be biased. I’m in NYC and plan to use my 17 foot for inside fishing and waterskiing so I’m looking for a 90 hp or larger (i guess). Any useful feedback? –Eugene
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I’m loking to purchase a new or used outboard but need opinions on them. My cheap ass partner does not want to spring for the new 4 stroke models so were considering the alternatives. I understand that we should probably stay away from carbureators (Johnson) and that honda/merc/yamaha and others are all decent. I need to know about repair histories, and general levels of satisfaction from boaters and not dealers and sellers that might be biased. I’m in NYC and plan to use my 17 foot for inside fishing and waterskiing so I’m looking for a 90 hp or larger (i guess). Any useful feedback? –Eugene
Before you discount "carburated" engines, I have 2 old Johnsons and 3 old Evinrudes that run like Rolex watches. The new engines have their strong points, but I’ll take my old geezers. I’ve never had to paddle home. noah
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I’m loking to purchase a new or used outboard but need opinions on them. My cheap ass partner does not want to spring for the new 4 stroke models so were considering the alternatives. I understand that we should probably stay away from carbureators (Johnson) and that honda/merc/yamaha and others are all decent.
Unless you’re an outboard mechanic trying to make a living, what’s so bad about carbs? A little less fuel and power efficient, a LOT more reliable. Dan — Mustangs don’t count as sports cars. They’re pacifiers for NASCAR driver wannabes who couldn’t afford anything reasonable. — Ryan Micallef
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Yamaha 115hp FI 4 stroke. — Bill Kiene Kiene’s Fly Shop Sacramento, CA, USA www.kiene.com
– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I’m loking to purchase a new or used outboard but need opinions on them. My cheap ass partner does not want to spring for the new 4 stroke models so were considering the alternatives. I understand that we should probably stay away from carbureators (Johnson) and that honda/merc/yamaha and others are all decent. I need to know about repair histories, and general levels of satisfaction from boaters and not dealers and sellers that might be biased. I’m in NYC and plan to use my 17 foot for inside fishing and waterskiing so I’m looking for a 90 hp or larger (i guess). Any useful feedback? –Eugene
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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – @mcw.edu: Kill file nuff said Was it something I said? Wolfgang jeez, there’s just no pleasing some people. :( Dammit, Wolfgang, Larry said "nuff said". Wasn’t that good enough for you, or do you need to be "nuff saided" a second time. Scott
Damnit Scott! I just hate it when you forget a question mark. It’s the thingie that looks like this (?). Is there no end to this madness!
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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Dammit, Wolfgang, Larry said "nuff said". Wasn’t that good enough for you, or do you need to be "nuff saided" a second time. You guys better be careful. We could be dealing with a "nuff sadist" Tim now, *that’s* funny. i wish you’d cut this out. sure is difficult staying pissed at someone with a good sense of humor. wayno
For a third time, dang it. Nuff said! day in and day out . . . it just won’t STOP! George Gehrke "nuff said"
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Well, let’s hope he saved some of her hair for tying streamers? GG
– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I just buried my sister last week . Fishing is super I love it but Lets put things in perspective as to importance in this life. that is the single most maudlin post i have ever seen on usenet. i regret your sister’s passing. but it must be noted that you are too fucked up for words. awh
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I just buried my sister last week . Fishing is super I love it but Lets put things in perspective as to importance in this life.
that is the single most maudlin post i have ever seen on usenet. i regret your sister’s passing. but it must be noted that you are too fucked up for words. awh
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If you dont agree with someone fine My whole point was you dont need to call someone fucked up, stupid , asshole or what ever if they dont agree with you. Its just that simple. I choose to ignore people who do Some people go through life doing this. Life is to short. Look for the good you wont find it by telling others they are fucked ,twit or what ever because they dont agree with you. I want other people opinions . A person cant live enough life times to gain the wisdom available from others. Im actually a very easy going laid back person — Fly Fisherman With a Fur less Naked Cat named Dub
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I guess Bill Gates is wrong. I used spell check to verify my signature. Is it possible for Microsoft to make a mistake? — Fly Fisherman With a Fur less Naked Cat named Dub
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Dont you just love the pissing contest? Its just fishing Everyone needs to get a life and enjoy the sport. Relax! Life is to short. As a newbie I appreciate all the information I can get. I will then make my decision on other opinions ignorant and un creditable My 2 cents worth — Fly Fisherman With a Fur less Naked Cat named Dub
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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Dont you just love the pissing contest? Its just fishing Everyone needs to get a life and enjoy the sport. Relax! Life is to short. As a newbie I appreciate all the information I can get. I will then make my decision on other opinions ignorant and un creditable My 2 cents worth — Fly Fisherman With a Fur less Naked Cat named Dub
Line forms on the left. No pushing, shoving, or cutting. Please have your ticket ready. Scott
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Dont you just love the pissing contest? Its just fishing Everyone needs to get a life and enjoy the sport. Relax! Life is to short. As a newbie I appreciate all the information I can get. I will then make my decision on other opinions ignorant and un creditable My 2 cents worth — Fly Fisherman With a Fur less Naked Cat named Dub
FURLESS IS ONE WORD YOU INSUFFERABLE TWIT! Wolfgang that enough information for ya?
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Dont you just love the pissing contest?
Actually, yes. I just don’t like it when it hits me. Its just fishing Everyone needs to get a life and enjoy the sport. Relax! Life is to short.
Screw off! Don’t tell ME what to do! (must relax, must relax. . . ) As a newbie I appreciate all the information I can get. I will then make my decision on other opinions ignorant and un creditable
Uh, ’scuse me, but I don’t think "un" is a word. I wouldn’t say anything normally, but, hey, we’re discussing ignorance here. My 2 cents worth
Tim here’s your change
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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Dont you just love the pissing contest? Its just fishing Everyone needs to get a life and enjoy the sport. Relax! Life is to short. As a newbie I appreciate all the information I can get. I will then make my decision on other opinions ignorant and un creditable My 2 cents worth — Fly Fisherman With a Fur less Naked Cat named Dub FURLESS IS ONE WORD YOU INSUFFERABLE TWIT!
WOLF GANG is TWO WORDS YOU DUMB FUCK! George Gehrke "or is that WolfPack?"
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FURLESS IS ONE WORD YOU INSUFFERABLE TWIT! WOLF GANG is TWO WORDS YOU DUMB FUCK! George Gehrke
Not usually one to condone scatology, but, in the meantime, SIC’EM, George! By the bye, what’s the diffference between ignorance & stupidity? Yours in the north Maine woods, Pete Hilton aka The Ent — A person is free only in the freedom of other persons. W. Berry
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FURLESS IS ONE WORD YOU INSUFFERABLE TWIT! WOLF GANG is TWO WORDS YOU DUMB FUCK! George Gehrke Not usually one to condone scatology, but, in the meantime, SIC’EM, George!
Well, let’s see now. I am reviled by the most despised and least literate buffoon on this news group, and from all reports on others as well, who is by now so drunk he probably can’t stand up (yep, look at the patterns), and who is, to put it as simply as possible, wrong as always, and he is cheered on by a guy who thinks he is a talking tree. Oh yeah, I’m all tore up. 
By the bye, what’s the diffference between ignorance & stupidity?
The ignorant have not yet encountered a particularly loathsome piece of offal named George. The stupid support him. Yours in the north Maine woods, Pete Hilton aka The Ent — A person is free only in the freedom of other persons. W. Berry
Wolfgang he can never be free who allows aphorisms to think for him.
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The humor eluded you, which is understandable because you cut out the signature punch line. oh well? George "understanding he’s misunderstood"
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I think everyone missed the main issue here . . . WADDA YA MEAN its JUST fishing???? Man, it’s FISHING we’re talking about here!! MikeS
– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Dont you just love the pissing contest? Its just fishing Everyone needs to get a life and enjoy the sport. Relax! Life is to short. As a newbie I appreciate all the information I can get. I will then make my decision on other opinions ignorant and un creditable My 2 cents worth — Fly Fisherman With a Fur less Naked Cat named Dub
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I just buried my sister last week . Fishing is super I love it but Lets put things in perspective as to importance in this life. — Fly Fisherman With a Fur less Naked Cat named Dub
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Kill file nuff said — Fly Fisherman With a Fur less Naked Cat named Dub
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I just buried my sister last week . Fishing is super I love it but Lets put things in perspective as to importance in this life.
Ow, Larry. That must have been horrible beyond words. My symathies. I hope there’ll be a quiet time this summer, maybe on a river with a line out, when thoughts of your sister come in and make the moment right. I buried my dad last year. The only thing I asked for from his estate was a casting rod. There are lots of such moments, and they’re good. riverman
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Kill file nuff said
I don’t get it. You make this thread’s original post scolding everyone for being petty, then when someone says something you don’t like, you post this petty reply. If you really want to "kill file" someone, just do it in a silent mode. It sounds to me like you don’t have much tolerance for others. Maybe you should just "kill file" all of us and be done with it. Then you can just read your own posts, the opinions of which I’m sure you’ll agree. Tim it’s lonely as a party of one
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Kill file nuff said
Was it something I said? Wolfgang jeez, there’s just no pleasing some people. :(
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@mcw.edu: Kill file nuff said Was it something I said? Wolfgang jeez, there’s just no pleasing some people. :(
Dammit, Wolfgang, Larry said "nuff said". Wasn’t that good enough for you, or do you need to be "nuff saided" a second time. Scott
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Scott Seidman wrote… Dammit, Wolfgang, Larry said "nuff said". Wasn’t that good enough for you, or do you need to be "nuff saided" a second time.
‘Nuff said. — Warren change addy to yahoo for email Henry’s Fork Clave info and Bozeman, MT fishing info http://www.geocities.com/troutbum_mt3/HFclave.html
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Dammit, Wolfgang, Larry said "nuff said". Wasn’t that good enough for you, or do you need to be "nuff saided" a second time. Scott
I think this is a "nuff sader." — Frank Reid Reverse email to reply.
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Dammit, Wolfgang, Larry said "nuff said". Wasn’t that good enough for you, or do you need to be "nuff saided" a second time.
You guys better be careful. We could be dealing with a "nuff sadist" Tim
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Dammit, Wolfgang, Larry said "nuff said". Wasn’t that good enough for you, or do you need to be "nuff saided" a second time. You guys better be careful. We could be dealing with a "nuff sadist" Tim
now, *that’s* funny. i wish you’d cut this out. sure is difficult staying pissed at someone with a good sense of humor. wayno – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text –
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I cannot find a serial number on this engine but need to know what the proper float setting is. It is a two cylinder engine with single carb. The carb has the plunger type choke set-up, maybe this will help identify it. Any help here will be greatly appreciated. Thanks
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I cannot find a serial number on this engine but need to know what the proper float setting is. It is a two cylinder engine with single carb. The carb has the plunger type choke set-up, maybe this will help identify it. Any help here will be greatly appreciated. Thanks
Without seeing the carb design, my vague, general answer for float settings would be: Float height – Hold carb upside down and make the float parallel with the bowl mounting surface. Float drop – Low… but not touching the bottom of the bowl. If it’s some other odd-ball design, or if you are unsure of how to do it, a service manual would come in very handy. Also remember, that if you do something wrong that causes a lean condition, a rebuilt powerhead costs a lot more than having a shop check the carb out. Mike Seiler
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I’m going to Roatan, Honduras on June 8 for a week or so and I hope to do some fishing and kayaking. I will be packing an 8wt Sage and a FeatherCraft and I will be able to paddle pretty far to hit a good fishig spot. I have never been to the island, Any ideas? Any help is appreciated. peace, Brent McMahan Sibley/Peteet Design
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Brent, I’ve been to Roatan but unfortunately didn’t take a fly rod. However Jack Samson in "Saltwater Fly Fishing" Stackpool Books, 1991 has several hints about numerous fish and fishing spots around the Bay Islands. Have fun. Herb
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We are planning to spent a week over the holidays on Roatan and would like info on fly fishing in that area from anyone who has been there.
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<< We are planning to spent a week over the holidays on Roatan and would like info on fly fishing in that area from anyone who has been there. Lee, you have no idea how lucky you are. Roatan is really a wonderful island. The unspoiled beauty is amazing and the people are really friendly. Be prepared though, because Roatan is about as third world as you can get. There is one road that runs most of the way down the island. It has various deep potholes in it and it becomes dirt if you go far enough. Many of people live in homes without windows and I would suspect dirt floors. However, the standard of living seems to be increasing now that NCL has two ships that stop on the island. The NCL Sea arrives on Thursday morning so you can be sure to plan your outings around the addition of 800 people to the island. Avoid places like Tabyana beach and Fantasy Island as these are extremely popular destinations with cruise line passengers. I didn’t get a chance to fish while I was there. We only had one day and went dolphin swimming and snorkeling at Half Moon Bay. There was a charter boat by the pier though and he charged like $15 an hour for two people. He had all saltwater gear though but I would bet he would take into the flats for some fly fishing. One last thing. If you use a taxi, make sure you don’t pay them until they pick you up. Otherwise you will only be contributing to somebodys retirement fund and will be stranded, hehe. Email me if you have more questions . Mike
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It has been several years since I was there so things could be better. The good news, there are fair bones and lots of permit there. The bad news, when I was there, there was only one guide and he was trying to get started. The island is so dive oriented, no one worries about fishing. Sorry, I can’t remember the name of the guide.
– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – We are planning to spent a week over the holidays on Roatan and would like info on fly fishing in that area from anyone who has been there.
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I’ve been fishing in the Florida Keys. There is a boat called "Main Attraction" in Marathon. Capt. Morris is the owner/operator. Have always had good luck fishing with him. Good guy and productive fisherman.
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Strike Zone Charters in Big Pine Key is the only one I go with. 305-872-9863
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I have a listing of guides for Monroe County/the Keys that have web pages. The list is at < http://inshore.com/f-guides.html#Monroe . You might want to visit a few of the sites for more information on trips, rates, etc. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Hi I’m looking for a game fishing charter in the Florida Keys. Has anybody got any recomendations ?? Cheers Justin
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Hi I’m looking for a game fishing charter in the Florida Keys. Has anybody got any recomendations ?? Cheers Justin
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Hiya Justin, Check out www.met-fl.org This site has a page of links to guides in the Keys and around S. Fla. These guides are some, but not all of the best guides. Most on the list have or guided people who have IGFA records. Good luck, let us know when and how you do. Do you know Stu Cawker"Capt. Asparagus" Hi I’m looking for a game fishing charter in the Florida Keys. Has anybody got any recomendations ?? Cheers Justin
– Bragging may not bring happiness, but no man having caught a large fish, goes home through the alley. Anonymous http://fish-n-net.com/
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shouldn’t rely on high sounding principles of international/maritime law.
Rely instead on the law of gross tonnage… Andy La Varre **** Join the fight against spam! details at http://www.cauce.org
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but they never requested permission to board…
In this case they just wanted to see the boat It was a very pretty little boat, at 31 feet in St. Katherine’s Yacht Haven a very long way from home, so they were curious… Andy La Varre **** Join the fight against spam! details at http://www.cauce.org
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Snip – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – In reality, the combination of the fact that you are in their country and they are (heavily) armed usually infers automatic permission. Officials, by marine law, have the right to board a vessel "for just cause" -they usually decide what that means. A "warship" just has an advantage over pleasure boats in that it is heavily armed and carries its own "army" with it to enforce their rights. The bottom line is that, as others have stated, when in someone else’s country we should all behave as good guests, not as obnoxious tourists. Mel Haylock Mel is correct. Any flagged(documented) pleasure vessel has territoral status. However, there are so many loopholes in Martime Law as to almost render that status moot when in foreign territoral waters. Add to that treaties with other countries that transfer authority to the foreign power for ships in the others waters. You best just be cool and not try to invoke Miranda, ie. be a hard ass. If you are on the high seas, that is another story. Flagged vessels have the obligatory protection of all US armed forces. Or if they under protective escort by a warship in foreign territoral waters. Like Mel say, a warship has the where-with-all to make a hard ass point that skews the rules a bit. — Mark Fay Home OS/2 Merlin User ISDN & BitSurfer Pro S/V Enough Morgan 44 CC No. 1051223 If you’re right, Mark, how comes customs in any country will come on board a merchant ship or pleasure yacht, search the boat for contraband, seal the "spirits locker", etc. John
Read the above John in particular the phrase ‘Just Cause’ which is open to the host nations interpritation. Peter
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Well, yes and no. First of all I assume, that you are an US citizen and you are sailing under the US flag (not the other way round, i.e. visiting the US). Actual procedures will vary from state to state. But as a general rule you can import whatever is allowed by the law of your home state. Once you are checking in at the imigration harbor local authorities will seal any equipment or supply, that does not comply with local laws. You are not allowed to break the seal until you are checking out again. Doing so will get you into serious trouble! So, sorry, no alcohol in moslem states. Also note, that most states have a very particular view about weapons. The most friendly custom or imigration officer may become all business and decide to search you boat for hours. And hiding a gun is a save way to inspect local prisons. Even for a flare gun you will need an allowance in e.g. Germany. How sovereign? You are under full jurisdiction of local authorities once you crossed the border between the open sea and coastal waters. jue — J
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Does anyone know any books published on the topic of flyfishing and/ or tying for the trout of New England? Bill W
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Does anyone know any books published on the topic of flyfishing and/ or tying for the trout of New England?
Bill, Vermont Trout Streams by Farrow Allen is an excellent resource. It is published by Northern Cartographic in Burlington Vermont. Fly Tiers Heaven website is a local fly shop that stocks many regional books. Hope this helps. James Ehlers Underhill, Vermont Uncle Jammer’s Guide Service Vermont Fly Fishing, Hunting, River and Woodland Outings http://pobox.com/~uncle
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Does anyone know any books published on the topic of flyfishing and/ or tying for the trout of New England? Bill W
Hi, A really good book, but just for Vermont is : Fishing Vermont’s Streams and Lakes by Peter Cammann, published by Backcountry Press. I assume there are similar books for other N.E. states, but my sister lives in vermont, so there you go. Bill
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At least for Maine there are some books by a guy named Al Raychard, "Allagash" by Dean Bennett, and "Complete Guide to Fly Fishing Maine" by Bob Newman. Chris
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I have sold my tools and materials, now I am offering my books and magazines. $35.00 + shipping takes all. "Expert Fly-Tying," Paul Fling & Donald Puturbaugh, 1986 "Favorite Flies and Their Histories," Mary Orvis Marbury, 1892 (1995 reprint) "Fly-Tyer Pattern Bible," 1985 "Creative Fly-Tying & Fly Fishing," Rex Gerlach, 1974 "Practical Flies & Their Construction," Lacey Gee & Erwin Sias, 1966 My homemade note book with appx. 675 patterns, most with color pictures "Fly Tyer" Aug ‘84, Nov ‘84, Spring ‘85, Fall ‘85 "American Fly Tyer:" Spring ‘86-Winter ‘87, most issues "American Angler & Fly Tyer" Spring ‘88-Fall ‘90, most issues "American Angler" jan’91-June ‘91 If interested, email Jim at the above email address
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Thanks to all of you who responded. I sold the books to the first e-mail response I received. Jim – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I have sold my tools and materials, now I am offering my books and magazines. $35.00 + shipping takes all.
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